Business Chief APAC+ANZ Magazine June 2015 | Page 99

SUPPLY CHAIN
Rail suppliers , manufacturers and contractors need support from the Federal Government through programs that help to foster innovation and job creation in our local rail sector and assist with forming alliances , partnerships , joint ventures and the like .
United for the future . The ARA is seeking to further strengthen rail ’ s position as a leading passenger and freight transport mode of choice and convey to government and key stakeholders the critical role rail plays in the regions transport infrastructure .
Rail is crucial to Australia ’ s economy , and its whole productivity . Over the years , rail has united to pursue common agendas , identify areas of mutual interest , develop trust and collaborate to increase productivity , efficiency , safety and most importantly reduce costs .
The key to achieving greater government involvement and investment in rail relies on this industry unity ; coming together as one voice .
This collaboration will be highlighted at the ARA ’ s national conference AusRAIL PLUS , being held in Melbourne 24-26 November 2015 . AusRAIL PLUS is the largest rail conference held in the southern hemisphere , with thousands of delegates and hundreds of exhibitors coming together to hear from key leaders in rail from across Australia and the globe .
The theme this year is ‘ Doing it smarter : People . Power . Performance .” This exciting event provides a unique opportunity for people to come together to learn from each other , network and convey to government the industry ’ s key priorities . The exhibition showcases new technologies , new ways to be doing things and innovative ideas , which again draws back on the core theme of ‘ Doing it Smarter ’ through greater productivity , better operations and increased efficiencies .
To become part of this united effort and gain access to the ARA ’ s network , knowledge and influence join the ARA membership . Full details and contact information can be found at www . ara . net . au . If your company works in rail you really should be part of the conversation .
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