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HSR Asia 2024 is a comprehensive 2-day programme that aims to explore the transformative benefits of high-speed rail, focusing on its impact on the environment, economies and societies. The conference will provide a holistic view of the high-speed rail in the Asia Pacific region covering policy, innovative technology, infrastructure, economic impacts, future trends. It encourages collaboration among stakeholders, fosters discussions on innovation and explores the broader social and environmental aspects of high-speed rail development. The inclusion of innovative technology sessions emphasizes the role of cutting-edge solutions in driving these transformative changes.
Participants will gain insights into various funding models, the role of private investment, and real-world case studies showcasing successful financing strategies in high-speed rail projects.
Opening Keynote Address
YB Anthony Loke
Minister of Transport, Ministry of Transport, Malaysia
Panel of Industry Specialists and Government
- Dato’ Mohd Nur Ismal Bin Mohamed Kamal, CEO, MyHSR Corp, Malaysia
- T C Chew, Director, Global Rail Solutions, ARUP, UK
- Senior Representative, California HSR Authority
- Jean-Pierre Loubinoux, Honorary CEO, UIC
- Président du Cercle des Nouveaux Mondes, France
- Adj. Prof Andrea Giuricin, Transport Economist at CESISP,
- University Milan Bicocca, CEO, TRA Consulting
- Senior Transport Consultant, World Bank, Asia and Africa
- Natasha Zulkifli, Stakeholder Director, YTL Malaysia
- Founder Director, Women in Rail Malaysia Group
- Andrew Went, Director, Arup, UK
- Rod Diridon, Sr., Co-chair, US High Speed Rail Coalition
- Past President, American Public Transportation Association, USA
- Manmohan Parkash, Former Senior Advisor, Office of the President, Asian Development Bank
- Tonny Yeap, Associate Partner, Business Consulting, EY, Malaysia
- Ir. Ts. Sri Viknesh Permalu
- Rail Project Lead, Nippon Koei Mobility
- Director, IRSE Malaysia Section, Malaysia
- Jeff Tan, Director, Supply Chain & Logistics Practice, Frost & Sullivan, APAC
- Senior Representative, KLIA Ekspres, Malaysia
- Dr Axel Sondermann, Executive Director, Global Consulting, DB E.C.O. Group, Germany
- Charlotte Stanfield, Executive Director, Australia, New Zealand, DB E.C.O, Group
- Farizul Hazli, CEO, Berjaya Rail, Malaysia
Programme At a Glance
Day 1, 3rd September 2024
The first day of the conference will bring together industry leaders to discuss how to deliver cost-effective rail projects in the current market conditions, featuring a range of panel discussions and presentations focusing on current challenges looking at value for money project development, affordability and commercial options, financing models and funding, drawing on experience from recent and current projects in Malaysia and the Asia Pacific region.
3rd September 2024
Exclusive Networking Evening Reception Hosted by DB Engineering.
Day 2, 4th September 2024
The second day will move to focus on how new technology and innovation can help ensure projects are delivered in the most cost effective manner both in during construction and future operations and maintenance. The day will look at the latest developments in the use of AI and innovation in the delivery of high-speed rail and other projects around the world, including an expert panel discussing their applicability and benefits for projects in the region such as the KL-Singapore HSR project.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the future of high-speed rail in the Asia Pacific region. Join us at HSR Asia 2024 and be at the forefront of innovation, collaboration, and progress. Attend the 2-day international conference to meet, network and listen to benchmarking case studies, updates and opportunities available. This is where you will meet your peers and the movers and shakers in the high-speed rail industry.
Registration Details:
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