Agenda

TIME AGENDA
09.00-09.05 Welcoming Speech, Opening Remarks by Conference Producer
09.05-09.15 Highlights on Forum Day 1 Key Sessions
09.15-10.15 Revitalizing Existing Rail Assets with Architecture Framework Modeling and Improving Long Term Asset Management
 Andrew McCusker
  • Recent developments in AF modeling tools to improve asset management
  • How AF modeling can maximize asset value and enhance asset worth to the business
  • Making the business case for upgrading

Speaker: Andrew McCusker, Director/Senior Advisor, Rail Logistics Lab at University of Wollongong/Government of NSW

Andrew McCusker is Director of the Rail Logistics Lab at the University of Wollongong (UoW). Andrew regularly acts as senior advisor to the Government of NSW on the restructuring of its rail industry and has been appointed to a number of key committees concerned with the future of rail in NSW. Before joining UoW in 2012, Andrew had worked at MTR Corporation for 24 years. Over his last five years there, Andrew was responsible, as Operations Director, for bringing the rail company into sustainable profit through innovative programmes delivering high services levels while reducing costs and improving safety and customer satisfaction.

 William Scott Speaker: Dr. William Scott, Researcher, University of Wollongong

Dr William Scott has been engaged in Systems Engineering since the 1990’s where he undertook his PhD research at the University of South Australia into enhancing SE tool capabilities using artificial intelligence techniques. He is a research fellow at the University of Wollongong and is currently engaged in examining the application of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to assist in the acquisition and modelling of heavy rail and other public transport system for Transport for NSW. This multi-phase project is utilizing tools such as SysML and UPDM to better understand the future needs of TfNSW in the acquisition and operation of heavy rail and other transport infrastructure.

 Peter Campbell Speaker: Peter Campbell, Honorary Professor, SMART Infrastructure Facility, University of Wollongong

Peter Campbell is a world authority on System-of-System (SoS) modelling frameworks. He currently is an Honorary Professor at the SMART Infrastructure Facility, after stepping down from his inaugural Professorial Chair in Infrastructure Systems in 2014. Peter is the former Director of the Advanced Computer Applications Centre at the Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago (US). Peter has a robust experience in coordinating SoS projects applied to Defence, Energy or Transport sectors. His latest project aims at developing a SoS solution for the Asset Standards Authority (ASA) at Transport for NSW.

10.15-10.45 Morning Refreshments
10.45-11.45 Incorporating Remote Monitoring with Diagnostic Technology For Enhanced Safety and Reliability
 Christopher Whiteside
  • Integration of relevant and high quality data for rail safety assessment and reliability checks
  • Ensuring operation reliability through risk diagnostic results analysis and planning of preventive measures
  • Cost and return on investment of implementation of remote monitoring systems

Speaker: Christopher Whiteside, Senior Manager – Service Operations and Consulting, Siemens Rail Automation

Christopher provides the Rail Industry with local rail experience, coupled with industry leading technology and access to the Siemens Worldwide knowledge base. Christopher leads an agile team to deliver efficient and cost effective enhancements to existing Siemens related infrastructure and value additions such as innovative diagnostic and maintenance platforms. Christopher also supports the Signalling Control Centre and Communications based service contracts which offer 1st, 2nd and 3rd line technical support and Helpdesk, Asset Management, Configuration Management for various ARO’s around Australia.

 11.45-12.45 eMaintenance – Getting Smart With Maintenance Operation Through Remote Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance
 Nicolas-Hubert
  • Technical understanding of the condition based monitoring tools
  • Use of remote condition monitoring and predictive maintenance as a way to increase fleet reliability, availability and safety whilst reducing life cycle cost

Speaker: Nicolas Hubert, Project Manager, Alstom

Nicolas started his career in the automotive industry with Montupet in Northern Ireland where he respectively took the positions of Quality engineer and Project Manager. Nicolas was involved with the production quality in the manufacture of cast aluminium cylinder heads for Ford, Peugeot & Citroen engines, before becoming the project manager for the design, development and manufacture of a new cylinder head for General Motors. In 2012, Nicolas started his rolling stock career as a project manager working for ALSTOM on the 4GT-Millennium fleet. Over the last 3 years, Nicolas took different positions within Alstom and the 4GT project from the management of highly technical quality/reliability issues, to the management and tendering of all overhaul activities on mechanical traction equipment as well as power modules. Over a year ago he became project manager for the whole 4GT scope under ALSTOM’s responsibility.

12.45-14.15 Lunch
14.15-15.15 Extension of Asset Infrastructure Life Cycle With Improved Maintenance Technology Using Beam Track Systems
 Paul Sweeney
  • Implementing and integrating beam track system to extend asset life cycle
  • Reducing maintenance cost of up to 65%
  • Environmental benefits and more

Speaker: Paul Sweeney, Director, DU-EL Rail Services

With over 20 years experience in Rail Operations within Australia and the UK, Paul has a proven track record of success in generating positive outcomes for rail business. Paul is the former Director of Rail Operations for Watco WA Rail, Looking after 125 qualified freight train drivers, 8 Operation Zone Managers, 22 standard and narrow gauge locomotives, and 580 standard and narrow gauge rail wagons/cars. From Geraldton to Esperance in Western Australia covering 4000km of rail track and 198 load out sites. Moving record tonnes of grain to port for our customer CBH. Before that, Paul was the Assistant National Operations Manager – Rail at SCT Logistics where he look after and maintain all SCT rail assets and infrastructure in Melbourne and Perth.

15.15-16.15 Afternoon Refreshments
16.15-17.00 Panel Discussion – Securing The Future of Rail Asset Management with New Technology
 Andrew McCusker
  • How will rail asset management evolve with the application of new technology in the next 5 to 10 years time
  • What are the implications to infrastructure and maintenance process with smart maintenance technology

Speaker: Andrew McCusker, Director/Senior Advisor, Rail Logistics Lab at University of Wollongong/Government of NSW

Andrew McCusker is Director of the Rail Logistics Lab at the University of Wollongong (UoW). Andrew regularly acts as senior advisor to the Government of NSW on the restructuring of its rail industry and has been appointed to a number of key committees concerned with the future of rail in NSW. Before joining UoW in 2012, Andrew had worked at MTR Corporation for 24 years. Over his last five years there, Andrew was responsible, as Operations Director, for bringing the rail company into sustainable profit through innovative programmes delivering high services levels while reducing costs and improving safety and customer satisfaction.

 Paul Sweeney Speaker: Paul Sweeney, Director, DU-EL Rail Services

With over 20 years experience in Rail Operations within Australia and the UK, Paul has a proven track record of success in generating positive outcomes for rail business. Paul is the former Director of Rail Operations for Watco WA Rail, Looking after 125 qualified freight train drivers, 8 Operation Zone Managers, 22 standard and narrow gauge locomotives, and 580 standard and narrow gauge rail wagons/cars. From Geraldton to Esperance in Western Australia covering 4000km of rail track and 198 load out sites. Moving record tonnes of grain to port for our customer CBH. Before that, Paul was the Assistant National Operations Manager – Rail at SCT Logistics where he look after and maintain all SCT rail assets and infrastructure in Melbourne and Perth.

 William Scott
Speaker: Dr. William Scott, Researcher, University of Wollongong

Dr William Scott has been engaged in Systems Engineering since the 1990’s where he undertook his PhD research at the University of South Australia into enhancing SE tool capabilities using artificial intelligence techniques. He is a research fellow at the University of Wollongong and is currently engaged in examining the application of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to assist in the acquisition and modelling of heavy rail and other public transport system for Transport for NSW. This multi-phase project is utilizing tools such as SysML and UPDM to better understand the future needs of TfNSW in the acquisition and operation of heavy rail and other transport infrastructure.

 Nicolas-Hubert
Speaker: Nicolas Hubert, Project Manager, Alstom

Nicolas started his career in the automotive industry with Montupet in Northern Ireland where he respectively took the positions of Quality engineer and Project Manager. Nicolas was involved with the production quality in the manufacture of cast aluminium cylinder heads for Ford, Peugeot & Citroen engines, before becoming the project manager for the design, development and manufacture of a new cylinder head for General Motors. In 2012, Nicolas started his rolling stock career as a project manager working for ALSTOM on the 4GT-Millennium fleet. Over the last 3 years, Nicolas took different positions within Alstom and the 4GT project from the management of highly technical quality/reliability issues, to the management and tendering of all overhaul activities on mechanical traction equipment as well as power modules. Over a year ago he became project manager for the whole 4GT scope under ALSTOM’s responsibility.

 Peter Campbell Speaker: Peter Campbell, Honorary Professor, SMART Infrastructure Facility, University of Wollongong

Peter Campbell is a world authority on System-of-System (SoS) modelling frameworks. He currently is an Honorary Professor at the SMART Infrastructure Facility, after stepping down from his inaugural Professorial Chair in Infrastructure Systems in 2014. Peter is the former Director of the Advanced Computer Applications Centre at the Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago (US). Peter has a robust experience in coordinating SoS projects applied to Defence, Energy or Transport sectors. His latest project aims at developing a SoS solution for the Asset Standards Authority (ASA) at Transport for NSW.

17.00 End of Day 1
TIME AGENDA
09.00-09.15 Opening Address by Forum Chairman
09.15-10.15 Improving Track Maintenance and Infrastructure Management using Continuously Measured Performance Data
 Paul Reichl
  • Prioritizing area for improvement with insights from data
  • Effective data analysis for critical risk management
  • Embracing a data-driven culture for improved decision-making

Speaker: Paul Reichl, Senior Research Engineer and Data Scientist, Institute of Railway Technology, Monash University

As a data scientist, Paul uses data science techniques to produce actionable intelligence from the data collected by semi autonomous instrumentation systems. Paul also leads the use of predictive analytics for continuously measured performance data from rail vehicles. He develops and implement models for predictive maintenance regimes and speed profile optimization. Paul also oversee the implementation of key business intelligence / geospatial data visualization major projects.

10.15-10.45 Morning Refreshments
10.45-11.45 Infrastructure Planning Objectives: Balancing Investment, Risk, Cost and Asset Management
 Michael Kileen
  • Determining the optimum balance between investment, risk, cost and asset management
  • Aligning asset planning with business objectives
  • Reviewing the feasibility and challenges of implementation and execution of the infrastructure plan

Speaker: Michael Killeen, Asset Manager , NSW Trains

Michael has over 20 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, asset optimization and ICT gained in a range of leading blue chip companies and top tier consulting organisations. He has led teams of up to 250, P&Ls of over $50 million and multiple high-profile projects of over $180 million. In 2004, Michael received the IBM Leadership Award and in 2005 was a ‘top performer’ in the Asia Pacific region. Michael has also lead international projects in asset management as a voluntary member of the Asset Management Council of Australia.

11.45-12.45 Energy and Fuel Efficiency – Harnessing technology for optimizing sustainable energy efficiency in rolling stock
Guy-Collishaw
  • Energy management solutions for sustainability
  • Utilizing technology for improved rail energy efficiency
  • Monitoring and managing energy to ensure maximum efficiency

Speaker: Guy Collishaw, Technical Director, Transport for NSW

Guy has worked in the rail industry for over 20 years. Initially working in the UK with Bombardier where he delivered over 1,000 vehicles to various Clients. Guy’s last UK role was as head of Engineering for the UK responsible for leading a team of over 400 engineers. During 2008, Guy was brought into Transport for NSW’s (TfNSW) Waratah project as Engineering & Technical Director, and led all engineering and technical areas of the design, delivery and service introduction phase. Now as Technical Director, Guy is responsible for ensuring Transport Projects deliver suitable value for money technical solutions for TfNSW.

12.45- 14.15 Lunch
14.15-15.15 Managing Stakeholders in Delivering Effective Asset Management Projects
 Sudath Amaratunga
  • Life cycle costing and asset management planning
  • Managing communication and relationship with stakeholders
  • Rail asset value chain assessment and review of identified opportunity and risk

Speaker: Sudath Amaratunga, Technical Manager Alliances, Transport for NSW

Sudath is a Professional Civil Engineer /Business Operations Manager with over 25 years’ experience in project management, design management and cost management of building and rail projects. Besides engineering he has gained experience in disciplines of finance, marketing and operations management in construction and fast food industries. His experience has been gained in public and private sector positions in Australia and overseas.

15.15-16.15 Afternoon Refreshments
16.15-17.00 Panel Discussion – Building the Business Case for Sustainability of Rail Assets Management
  • Strategic roadmap to whole life cycle quality maintenance
  • Research and development of innovative green technology
  • Cost, funding and investment re-structuring
 Paul Reichl Speaker: Paul Reichl, Senior Research Engineer and Data Scientist, Institute of Railway Technology, Monash University

As a data scientist, Paul uses data science techniques to produce actionable intelligence from the data collected by semi autonomous instrumentation systems. Paul also leads the use of predictive analytics for continuously measured performance data from rail vehicles. He develops and implement models for predictive maintenance regimes and speed profile optimization. Paul also oversee the implementation of key business intelligence / geospatial data visualization major projects.

 Guy-Collishaw  Speaker: Guy Collishaw, Technical Director, Transport for NSW

Guy has worked in the rail industry for over 20 years. Initially working in the UK with Bombardier where he delivered over 1,000 vehicles to various Clients. Guy’s last UK role was as head of Engineering for the UK responsible for leading a team of over 400 engineers. During 2008, Guy was brought into Transport for NSW’s (TfNSW) Waratah project as Engineering & Technical Director, and led all engineering and technical areas of the design, delivery and service introduction phase. Now as Technical Director, Guy is responsible for ensuring Transport Projects deliver suitable value for money technical solutions for TfNSW.

 Michael Kileen Speaker: Michael Killeen, Asset Manager , NSW Trains

Michael has over 20 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, asset optimization and ICT gained in a range of leading blue chip companies and top tier consulting organisations. He has led teams of up to 250, P&Ls of over $50 million and multiple high-profile projects of over $180 million. In 2004, Michael received the IBM Leadership Award and in 2005 was a ‘top performer’ in the Asia Pacific region. Michael has also lead international projects in asset management as a voluntary member of the Asset Management Council of Australia.

 Sudath Amaratunga
Speaker: Sudath Amaratunga, Technical Manager Alliances, Transport for NSW

Sudath is a Professional Civil Engineer /Business Operations Manager with over 25 years’ experience in project management, design management and cost management of building and rail projects. Besides engineering he has gained experience in disciplines of finance, marketing and operations management in construction and fast food industries. His experience has been gained in public and private sector positions in Australia and overseas.

17.00 End of Day 2

 

 

 

TIME AGENDA
Workshop A
09.00-13.00
The Digital Railway – Proactive and Preventive Smart Maintenance of Existing Rail Infrastructure
  • Recognize the importance of incorporating new technology to simplify, enhance and empower rail maintenance process and operation
  • Specify and select the right tools and technology to suit existing asset condition needs
  • Implementing and strategizing end-to-end roadmap to integrate existing and new system of smart maintenance technology
  • Prioritize initial project and identify “quick wins” to establish credibility & win stakeholder buy-in
Led by Dragan Marijan, Principal Maintenance Reliability and Asset Management Consultant, DM Services
Workshop B
14.00-17.00
Predictive Analytics Intelligence To Optimize Asset Life Cycle Management
  • Identify, review and rectify high risk stages in rail asset life cycle from data and analytics
  • Ensuring continuous quality, safety and reliability with insights from predictive analytics
  • Reducing deterioration and extending asset life cycle through advance degradation modelling and preventive digital monitoring
Led by Dragan Marijan, Principal Maintenance Reliability and Asset Management Consultant, DM Services