The world is increasingly changing. The beginning of a new decade represents an ideal opportunity to challenge the norm and make a positive step-change to
exceed future expectations. Unprecedented levels of new railway development are on the horizon, both in Britain and overseas. One of the biggest challenges the railway industry now faces is the ability to deliver these schemes effciently. Effective project control and technical competency are key factors to this, as are the identifcation of innovative new methods and the management of change.
This seminar explores the current strategies, projects and innovation that aim to transform our railways today, in order to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Many aspects of the railways will be considered, from rolling stock to operations and management, delivered by industry professionals working directly within these areas.
Feedback from the 2009 Annual Railway Seminar organised by Young Engineers:
“The seminar allowed me to pick up numerous ideas to translate into my work projects” John Doughty, Angel Trains
"The technical visit to the Siemens depot was great for depot ideas, and the Engineering challenge highlighted the value of good teamwork." Triston Lister, East Midlands Trains
“The event offered valuable networking opportunities via the speakers and fellow delegates” Adam Stead, Atkins
“Although part of an academic group my job in research is very independent, thus it was a good experience working in a team with a single common short term goal during the Engineering Challenge exercise” Dr. Christopher Ward, Loughborough University
Extra Items:
1 day
Other
Wednesday 8 September 2010
Pre-seminar social 'A Virtual Night at the Dogs'
This light-hearted game with a competitive edge will be the first opportunity to get to know the other attendees of the seminar. Players will be allocated a starting amount of virtual money and the aim of the game will be to win the most money by the end of the night! Top prizes will be up for grabs and a buffet dinner will be provided. Accommodation will be provided on the Univesity's campus.
1 day
Other
Wednesday 8 September 2010
Commencing 10.00am on 8 September 2010
The visit will cover the history and background of the Class 185 Fleet and includes an introduction to the Ardwick Traincare facility. There will be a tour of the facility explaining the operations and train movements and planning through a typical 24 hour period. The main capabilities of the facility will be shown including the vehicle lifting jacks, bogie drops and wheel lathe. There will be a chance to look at some of the major vehicle equipment “off-vehicle” and have a walk-through a unit.
1 day
Other
Wednesday 8 September 2010
Commencing at 13.00pm, on 8 September 2010
The visit will include a tour of the business units that include Wheelsets, Bogies, Components, Passenger Vehicles & Freight/Infrastructure Vehicles. The wheelset facility alone will give the opportunity to observe many specialised engineering processes and machining operations, whilst the tour of the vehicle facility will allow visibility of vehicles being stripped to levels as low as the vehicle shell and the subsequent rebuild.
1 day
Other
Wednesday 8 September 2010
Commencing at 13.30pm, on 8 September 2010
This visit will commence with an introduction to the Pendolino. There will be a demonstration of Traintracer and other monitoring tools. In addition, there will be a visit to the workshops, the Bogie facility and the War Room (which includes the Digital Pen visit). Throughout there will be a tour of the relevant facilities and the visit will conclude with a short presentation on Fleet Planning.
Delegates
- Exposure to the latest thinking, tools and best practice techniques
- Learn from those in top leadership positions
- Find collaborators for future projects
- Build on your network of industry contacts
- Excellent opportunity for professional development
Employers
- Bring new ideas into your company
- Provide your staff with the tools to succeed in the railway industry
- Motivate staff to achieve their full potential
- Encourage your engineers to take ownership of projects and lead teams
- Improve your business performance with inspired, innovative and informed employees
Engineers at all levels – from new entrants to industry leaders
