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WA _Technical Presentation - 5 August 2010

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Presentation on “Development of a Container Terminal from Concept to Reality” by Raymond Marks

Time: 12 noon for 12.30 PM start

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WA Site Visit - 1 July 2010 (Note date change)

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Site Visit - Speno Rail Maintenance Pty Ltd Rail Grinding Equipment  

A site visit has been arranged to inspect the Speno Rail Maintenance Pty Ltd newly constructed Mini Rail Grinder and another unit currently being refurbished. The inspection will display the latest in technology for rail grinding equipment and will provide a short video presentation relative to grinding and rail fault detection. The visit will be conducted at the Belmont facilities of Speno Rail Maintenance Pty Ltd and numbers of attendees will be limited. Registration for attendance will be essential.   Light refreshments and drinks will be provided during the visit.  All attendees are requested to wear fully covered shoes. Other safety apparel will be provided.   

WA Technical Presentation - 27 May 2010

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Presentation on “Protection of Innovation in Technology associated with the Railway Industry”  by Mark Pullen – Patent & Trade Attorney, Watermark

Time: 12 noon for 12.30 PM start

WA -Technical Presentation - 15 Apr 2010

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Presentation on “Oakajee Project - Update” by Eric Englund

Time: 12 noon for 12.30 PM start

WA - 2010 Annual Dinner 15 April 2010

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The Western Australian Chapter of the RTSA cordially invites you and your partner to our 2010 Annual Dinner - An Evening of Fine Food and Wine.

Guest speaker for the evening will be Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi.

Register Online early to avoid disappointment. Follow this link to book your place Dinner Registration.

WA Technical Presentation - 8 October 2009

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The Deltic Locomotive

Dr John Wager  Hon.FIEAust, CPEng.

In 1955 the English Electric Company designed and built the prototype of a new and powerful diesel-electric locomotive, using the Napier Deltic opposed-piston engine. The Deltic subsequently became Class 55 of British Rail, 22 such Deltics serving well for over 20 years.

WA Chapter Technical Presentation - 30th July 2009

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Project Alliances in the Rail Industry - Lessons Learnt, Benefits and Difficulties

Richard Morwood, Alliances & Sustainable Infrastructure Director, AECOM - Australia and New Zealand

The presentation includes lessons learnt, benefits and difficulties from project and program alliances currently being completed in Brisbane and Sydney including:

WA Chapter Technical Presentation - 28th May 2009

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Rottnest Island - Its Infrastructure and the Challenges

Paolo Amaranti, CEO, Rottnest Island Authority

Mr Paolo Amaranti is the Chief Executive Officer of the Rottnest Island Authority and is heavily involved in the planning and workings of the holiday resort.  His presentation will focus on the management of the Island with particular reference to its infrastructure by demonstrating a seamless delivery to the public.

A look towards the future from Peter Newman

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Over 70 RTSA members and guests were treated to an insightful presentation at the Western Australian  Engineers Australia Offices on Wednesday 22nd April 2009 from Peter Newman, Professor of Sustainability, Curtin University.Peter highlighted some emerging trends and realities regarding the growth of our economy, our cities and also our transport systems. He showed that rail has a growing market share and also a large role in the future of our cities.

Eminent Speaker Tour

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The 2008 RTSA Eminent Speaker Tour has begun!

The RTSA 2008 Eminent Speaker Andrew McCusker is the Operational Director of MTR Corporation Hong Kong, Chairman of NP360 Cable Car, Chairman of Telecoms provider TraxComm HK and a Board member of Octopus Ltd, HK . The topic of the presentation will be Delivering Sustainable City Transport.