Responding to the national urban transport challenge  Urban Transport World Australia 2009 will profile both the plans to date and challenges ahead for the transport sector and Government in implementing the delivery of a long-term strategic plan for passenger transport and the need for ‘better connectivity’.  This prestigious national Conference and Exhibition will bring together 200 senior decision-makers from across the public, private and third sectors – featuring representatives from transport operators and authorities, relevant government agencies, industry specialists and suppliers.             The conference aims to provide solutions to some of the most challenging transport problems, including: Translating plans & policies into high quality outcomes – State by State overview Modal roles – rail, bus, tram, taxi, ferry Patronage trends and impact Funding and investment models Infrastructure design, operational and maintenance issues Comfort, safety, security – what passengers want Integrated transit services Role of passenger information/ terminal design Objectives and performance benchmarks for Integrated Transit Passenger information systems Fleet management transit security and surveillance Role of urban design The role of integrated ticketing Network approach to delivering frequency & regional coverage .......and much more Urban Transport World 2009 provides a unique forum for debate on the core issues central to achieving progress on this agenda, outlining the essential prerequisites for effective service delivery and the priorities moving forward, with a detailed overview of both the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Urban Transport Word 2009 brings public and private sector infrastructure policy makers, financiers and urban planning experts together with providers of transport services and solutions to shape Australia's urban transport future.   » Find out more about the conference

For delegates Who should attend and why: Government Departments: Get the latest updates regarding policy and strategy aimed at fostering regional growth and business competitiveness through transport reform and better collaboration between departments and tiers of government. Transport Operators: Insights into patronage trends across modes, strategies for dealing with additional passenger loads and achieving better intermodal integration, as well as better understanding government policy and expectations and reinforcing relationships with key government officials. Developers: With billions in Government funds earmarked for transport infrastructure, there are  massive opportunities for developers to tender for and win lucrative government contracts. This event provides the ideal environment to learn more about these plans and meet with potential partners. Investors: PPP structures and the bidding process for these major transport projects need to be revised to promote greater interest from consortiums and fast track infrastructure projects. Hear the thoughts of government, civil construction and legal experts on how this can be achieved.    Suppliers: More rolling stock, more infrastructure, better transport technology, better legal and tax advice, more efficient ticketing systems, better urban planning, project finance – all of these things are needed for the development of the optimal urban transport solution within Australia. Your customers will attend this event to determine what they need, who has the capability and who to partner with.      » What hot topics will be discussed   Meet and network with your target audience

The world’s largest and most respected forum for mass transit directors comes to Australia. London, New York, Vienna, Oslo, Dubai, Hong Kong, Beijing, Tokyo, Chennai, Seoul, Singapore, Taipei...SYDNEY. The recently announced $12 Billion dollar Sydney MetroRail project marks a real and significant entry point for Australia to join the global MetroRail community and construct a fully integrated, cost effective & efficient mass rapid transport network. This is the first dedicated MetroRail event in the Southern Hemisphere to bring together leading global MetroRail executives with Australian MetroRail visionaries and project stakeholders.   MetroRail Australia 2009 will form part of the Urban Transport World Australia 2009 event. This one day separately bookable conference will examine the latest innovations in construction, operations and service, line extensions and improvements as well as methods for financing metro investment.   » Visit the MetroRail website

Event highlights   An unparalleled agenda and speaker faculty Over 40 leading global and domestic urban transport experts, including 10 transport operators >> See who's speaking Congestion & urban transport policies in context Understand the role of demand management, congestion charging and active traffic management >> more about the programme Project finance, PPPs and beyond Design new structures to finance, deliver and operate urban transport infrastructure >> download the brochure

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