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Access rail projects in the Middle East

Learn how to build futuristic, world class railway lines from global experts.

Discover how to run a customer centric, efficient metro and get the public to move from road to rail.

Find out how the region’s biggest decision makers plan to design and operate the GCC network.

Become the partner of choice for upcoming tenders by meeting all the region's operators with our unparalleled networking opportunities.

Debate how regional freight operators will optimise their lines and attract top tier clients.

Discover how to run an efficient and safe railway network using the latest signalling and telecommunications technology.

Hear from international experts on how the Middle East can maximise the potential for high speed rail.

Learn how to build an intermodal business model which spearheads economic growth

Find out how to plan and operate a successful high speed rail line

Join over 1500 visitors and enjoy 3 conference days, 5 free seminar theatres and a product showcase. Whatever your role, we have the solutions to match your needs.

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With over $156bn being invested into Middle East rail projects over the next decade attending Middle East Rail will give you access to the world’s fastest developing rail industry.

Whether you are a contractor, rail operator, transport authority or stock provider, you cannot afford to miss this opportunity to learn how the Middle East intends to change the face of its transport industry. Covering everything from connecting the GCC, building a revolutionary metro and creating a competitive regional freight network, this is your opportunity to influence and learn from those driving the industry forward.

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H.E. Abdullah Al KatheeriExecutive Director Land

TransportNational Transport Authority

Adnan Al HammadiCEO, Rail AgencyRoads and Transport Authority, Dubai

Azmi Abdul AzizChief Development OfficerLand Public Transport Commission, Malaysia (SPAD)

Silvester PrakasamDirector of Fare SystemsLand Transport Authority, Singapore

Federico BortoliCEORoma Metropolitane

Lance Hockridge CEOQR National

Mike StubbsDirector of Operations, London Overground and CrossrailTransport for London

Mohammad MontazeriDeputy Managing DirectorTehran Urban and Suburban Railway Company

Hamad Al BishriDeputy CEOQatar Rail

Rachel JohnsonDeputy Director General Freight and Regional DevelopmentTransport for New South Wales, Australia

Graeme OverallBusiness Development DirectorEtihad Rail

David Pak Nin YamHead of International BusinessMTR Corporation Limited

Alan JamesCEOUK Ultraspeed

Saad Ahmed Al MuhannadiCEO

Qatar Rail

Gassim Al-GassimDeputy CEO

Saudi Railway Company

Middle East Rail Leading operators

Intermodal

Signalling

High Speed Rail

John ChenAssistant VP & Headof OperationsTaiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

John InglishCEOUtah Transit Authority

Rütger FenkesProject Director TAP TSIDB AG

Jean Bruno DelrueInternational BusinessDevelopment DirectorSNCF Infra

Bader Al AtniOperations DirectorSaudi Railway Company

Ankala SaibabaChief EngineerIndian Railways

Mohamed Mahmoud Ould CheikhProject Manager – Phase 2 – Haramain High Speed Rail ProjectSaudi Railways Organization

Emmanuel BrutinSenior Public Affairs ManagerUNIFE - The European Rail Industry

Ralph Schweinsberg Vice PresidentEisenbahn Bundesamt, Germany

Jan RichardInformation andTechnology DirectorSwiss Federal Railways

Marta FontechaTransport Area ManagerTeltronic

Alain PolonskyVP, Director of DevelopmentRATP Development

Syed Shahid AhmedGeneral ManagerPakistan Railways

Andrea NardinocchiDirector of TechnicalItalferr Spa

Niu YingmingDirector of Rolling Stock and SignallingBeijing Mass Transit Railway

Nicola FurnessPrincipal Project EngineerNetwork Rail

Selim BouriDirector Middle East, Africa & Turkey, Railways Sales Kapsch CarrierCom

Surjit MadanHead of Rail SystemsMumbai Metro

Bassam MansourExpert Trains & Railway SystemsNational Transport Authority, UAE

G R MadanDirector, MRTS, Transport and Communications DivisionMumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority

Sebastian DodererHead of Project DevelopmentPort of Hamburg

John Lesniewski Director of Commercial AgreementsEtihad Rail

Mohamed MuallemSenior VP and Managing DirectorDP World UAE Region

Shahid KhanProject Director – North South RailwaySaudi Binladin Group

Peter FordCEOPort of Salalah, Oman

Anthony PearceHonorary Director GeneralInternational Road Federation

Joubet FloresDirector & Head of HRMetro Rio

Sergey Stolyarov Director of International CooperationRussian Railways

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Reducing maintenance costs and increasing safety by implementing ERTMS

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Increasing performance using the technology of the future

Jan RichardInformation and Technology DirectorSwiss Federal Railways

Keynote: Maglev as the technology of choice for high speed rail

Alan JamesCEOUK Ultraspeed

How to achieve sustainable railway projects by selecting next generation wireless technologies

Marta FontechaTransport Area ManagerTeltronic

How can operators generate maximum profit from developing property?

David Pak Nin YamHead of International BusinessMTR Corporation Limited

Implementing an enhanced integrated fare system

Silvester PrakasamDirector of Fare SystemsLand Transport Authority, Singapore

Keynote: Creating a freight rail network to support the commodities boom

Lance HockridgeCEOQR National

Keynote: Building a state of the art freight network for the UAE

Graeme OverallBusiness Development DirectorEtihad Rail

Keynote: Creating a multimodal freight network to connect transport terminals

Rachel JohnsonDeputy Director General Freight and Regional DevelopmentTransport for New South Wales, Australia

Optimising a freight line with integrated signalling, communications and operations

Thales

Using freight networks to boost growth in regional production sectors

Bader Al AtniOperations DirectorSaudi Railway Company

JSC Russian Railways: Developmentthrough cooperation

Sergey StolyarovDirector of International CooperationRussian Railways

How to find, train and retain a talented workforce

Joubet FloresDirectorMetro Rio

Panel: Attracting clients by offering competitive transport services

Graeme Overall, Business Director, Etihad RailSyed Shahid Ahmed, GM, Pakistan RailwaysXu Zongxiang, President, CSRBader Al Atni, Operations Director, SAR

Transforming urban networks with mission critical telecommunications

Selim BouriDirector Middle East, Africa & Turkey, Railways Sales Kapsch CarrierCom

Q & A interview: Creating the foundations for Qatar’s rail master plan

Hamad Al BishriDeputy CEOQatar Rail

Alstom: Offering entire transport systems for the Middle East

Alstom

Project showcase: How to build a world class rail network in the Middle East

Shahid KhanProject Director – North South RailwaySaudi Binladin Group

Trialing alternative ways to fund railway projects

Ankala SaibabaChief EngineerIndian Railways

How to develop sustainable rail networks

John InglishCEOUtah Transit Authority

Keynote: Future proofing Middle East railways with next generation technology

Xu Zongxiang PresidentCSR

Metro brainstorm: How can Middle East operators increase ridershipFederico Bortoli, CEO, Roma MetropolitaneMohammad Montazeri, Deputy Managing Director, Tehran Urban and Suburban Railway CompanyAlain Polonsky, Vice President, RATP DevelopmentG R Madan, Director, MRTS, Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development AuthorityXu Zongxiang, President, CSR Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Co. Ltd

Keynote: Qatar’s 2020 rail vision

Saad Ahmed Al MuhannadiCEOQatar Rail

Keynote: Saudi Arabia’s railway master plans

Gassim Al-GassimDeputy CEOSaudi Railway Company

Keynote: Creating revolutionary rail networks in the Middle East

Frederic MillietRegional Director, Middle EastVossloh Ag

Project showcase: Transforming public transport in Malaysia

Azmi Abdul AzizChief Development OfficerLand Public Transport Commission, Malaysia (SPAD)

Project showcase: How to revolutionise urban transport for the world’s biggest cities

Mike StubbsDirector of Operations, Overground and CrossrailTransport for London

VIP brainstorm: Prioritising rail in the GCC transport vision

H.E. Abdullah Al Katheeri, Executive Director Land Transport, National Transport AuthoritySaad Ahmed Al Muhannadi, CEO, Qatar Rail Adnan Al Hammadi, CEO, Rail Agency, Roads and Transport Authority, DubaiGassim Al-Gassim, Deputy CEO, Saudi Railway Company

17:10 Establishing cross-border interoperability in rail ticket distribution

Rütger FenkesProject Director TAP TSIDeutsche Bagn AG

Middle East Rail 2013 - Tuesday 5 February 2013 Middle East Rail 2013 - Wednesday 6 February 2013Day One Day Two

GCC STRATEGIC PLAN REALISING THE FREIGHT RAIL VISION

CONTRACTOR – CONSULTANT – CLIENT

REVOLUTIONISING COMMUTER TRAVEL

SUSTAINABLE URBAN RAIL

RUNNING A RAILWAY

PIONEERING REVENUE MANAGEMENT

FUTURE PROOF RAIL DESIGN

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Chairman’s opening remarksAnthony Pearce, Honorary Director General, International Road Federation

Chairman’s opening remarks Chairman’s opening remarks

Keynote: How to build an intermodal business model which spearheads economic growthMohamed Muallem, Senior VP and Managing Director, DP World UAE Region

Keynote: Assessing the feasibility of HSR lines in the Middle EastJean Bruno Delrue, International Business Development Director, SNCF Infra

Keynote: How to employ a region wide signalling system for the Middle EastNicola Furness, Principal Project Engineer, Network Rail

Keynote: How to deploy rail infrastructure to reduce reliance on traditional road freight transportJohn Lesniewski, Director of Commercial Agreements, Etihad Rail

Keynote: Revolutionising passenger travel in the Middle East Mohamed Mahmoud Ould Cheikh, Project Manager – Phase 2 – Haramain High Speed Rail Project, Saudi Railways Organization

Keynote: Creating and regulating regional standards for train control Ralph Schweinsberg, Vice President, Eisenbahn Bundesamt (Federal Railway Authority), Germany

Keynote: Creating and upgrading terminals to cope with freight rail servicesSebastian Doderer, Head of Project Development, Port of Hamburg

Keynote: THSR – How to plan and operate a successful high speed rail lineJohn Chen, Assistant VP &Head of Operations, Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

Keynote: How to ensure interoperability between signalling systems Emmanuel Brutin, Senior Public Affairs Manager, UNIFE - The European Rail Industry

Keynote Q & A: How to consolidate key transport services for a seamless freight journeySebastian Doderer, Head of Project Development, Port of Hamburg John Lesniewski, Director of Commercial Agreements, Etihad RailMohamed Muallem, Senior VP and Managing Director, DP World UAE RegionPeter Ford, CEO, Port of Salalah, Oman

Keynote Q&A: Evaluating business and financial considerations for building high speed rail linesJean Bruno Delrue, International Business Development Director, SNCF InfraMohamed Mahmoud Ould Cheikh, Project Manager – Phase 2 – Haramain High Speed Rail Project, Saudi Railways OrganizationJohn Chen, Assistant VP &Head of Operations, Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

Keynote Q &A: Choosing and implementing cost-effective systems for the Middle EastEmmanuel Brutin, Senior Public Affairs Manager, UNIFE - The European Rail IndustryRalph Schweinsberg, Vice President, Eisenbahn Bundesamt (Federal Railway Authority), GermanyNicola Furness, Principal Project Engineer, Network Rail

Intermodalism evolution in the Middle East – Case study of Oman’s Salalah HubPeter Ford, CEO, Port of Salalah, Oman

Creating sustainable high speed mobility Project Showcase : Etihad RailHow to install, test and maintain signalling solutionsSimon D’Cruz, Signalling Manager, Etihad Rail

Panel debate: The conventional vs maglev debateAlan James, CEO, UK Ultraspeed Project Showcase : Mumbai

Ensuring compatibility for rolling stock and signalling systemsSurjit Madan, Head of Rail Systems, Mumbai MetroHow to integrate next generation security technology to build smooth

multimodal freight servicesDP World

How to grow the intermodal model with the end-user in mindBrian Barriskill, Supply Chain Director, Al Dahra Agriculture Company

Chairman’s closing remarksAnthony Pearce, Honorary Director General, International Road Federation

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Networking lunch

Networking lunch

Networking lunch

Refreshments and exhibition viewing

Refreshments and exhibition viewing

Refreshments and exhibition viewing

Making HSR lines compatible with different power supplies, signalling and safety systems Andrea Nardinocchi, Director of Technical, Italferr Spa

Reducing maintenance costs and increasing safety with next generation technologyXu Zongxiang, President, CSR Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Co. Ltd

Chairman’s closing remarks

Efficient implementation of large scale communications networks

Running a comprehensive communications-based control systemNiu Yingming, Director of Rolling Stock and Signalling, Beijing Mass Transit Railway

Chairman’s closing remarks

How to make modern security common practice and speed up the processing procedure

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INTERMODALITY AS A ROUTE TO ECONOMIC GROWTH TRANSFORMING THE REGION WITH HSR CO-ORDINATION AND COLLABORATION

DEPLOYING MASTER SYSTEMS

NEXT GENERATION COMMUNICATIONS

APPLYING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

CONNECTING THE TRADE ROUTE

CUSTOMS AND BORDER CONTROL

CREATING END-USER CONFIDENCE

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Heads of Transport

Economic Analysts

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Heads of Tunnelling

Civil Engineers

Heads of Rail

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Port / Terminal Managers

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Al Fajer Aboud Railways ................ K50Alkan CIT ........................................ H30Alstom ............................................ H10Amberg Engineering....................... F40Astra Rail........................................ M10BBM - IRMIE................................. J36CSR Corporation ............................. J10Delta Manufacturing ...................... H40DP World ........................................ G20Ducab ............................................ D36edilon)(sedra................................... C44

Eltek Valere .................................... H34Elektro-Thermit ............................ B22General Electric .............................. K10Greenwood Eng. ............................. D33Harsco Rail ..................................... J43Henschel......................................... K20Herrenknecht .................................. G44Hogan Lovells ................................. H44India Thermit .................................. D30ITA-AITES UAE Chapter ................. Shared with E42Kapsch ............................................ E10

Linsinger ......................................... F42MAFEX............................................ H32Mipro .............................................. K22Moravia Steel a.s. .......................... B10MSA .............................................. L20MSD Dresden ................................. E36Nencki AG ...................................... F47Network Rail Consulting ................ L34RusExpo - RPM Group .................... J32RusExpo - Russian Railways .......... H20Schorling Kommunal (SRT)............. F43

Teltronic .......................................... J30Thales ............................................ E38T-Track ............................................ B32Transport System Solutions .......... D32UAE Society of Engineers .............. E42Voestalpine .................................... C10Vossloh ........................................... D10Whitmore - QHi Rail ....................... B40

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Fixed stockTicketing and fare collection

Rolling stockSignalling &

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Engineering & construction

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How to use new site investigation techniques

How to plan heavy and light maintenance

How to evaluate the mechanical condition of rolling stock

How to choose technology for vibration isolation

How to work safely on a functioning track

How to use the latest mechanised tunnelling techniques

How to design emergency exits for road tunnel safety

How to increase ticket sales on a metro

How to use ancillary revenue streams at stations

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Find out about upcoming tenders

Form joint ventures and partnerships

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Rail Infrastructure Theatre Tunnelling Theatre Tunnelling Theatre

Rail Revenue Management

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Rail Technology Theatre

Rail Services Theatre

Rail Services Theatre

Rail Business Theatre

Railway master planning

Site surveying techniques

Improving the strategies for managing earthwork assets

Designing and manufacturing optimum sleepers

Using the correct range of switches for each traffic situation

How to develop current and proposed tunnelling projects

How to integrate the latest technology for safe and secure tunnels

Choosing a surveying system which produces accurate planning tunnel models

How to reduce fire risks by maintaining standards for rolling stock and its payloads

How to apply solid-state lighting

How to design emergency exits for deep tunnels

Operational evaluation and life-cycle costing

Improving in-tunnel communications for passengers

Choosing analytical or computer-based tools for risk assessment

Utilising GSM-R systems for rapid and efficient high volume services

How to choose secure ticketing technology

Integrating Middle East Rail into global distribution systems

How to promote customer loyalty using integrated card apps

Using price elasticity as a tool for increasing ridership

Capitalising on 3rd party products and services

How to select the optimum freight wagons for the Middle East

High speed rail security considerations

Increasing security with onboard CCTV networks

How to evaluate the mechanical condition of rolling stock

Installing cost-effective in-carriage wifi

Using on-board control systems to increase fuel efficiency, asset tracking and passenger information

Testing and certification policies for intermodal transit

How to train and develop top class engineers

Implementing a strong legal framework for worker safety

Increasing employee retention in the Middle East

The role of ‘moonlighters’ in operational project structures

How to control border security from a centralized location

Intermodal supply chain solutions

RAIL AS A CAREER: A 2 ½ hour interactive workshop designed for people considering working in the rail industry in the Middle East. Includes a 30 minute exhibition tour.

• Rail as a career

• Sector specific opportunities

• Company policies

• Learning and development

LEGAL SERVICES :A 2 ½ hour interactive workshop designed to help companies understand the legalities of rail projects in the Middle East.

• Railway Projects

• Project finance

• PPP/PFI

• Concession structures

• Partnering

GERMAN – UAE BUSINESSES: A 2 ½ hour interactive workshop designed to help German companies learn how they can set up and run businesses in the UAE rail sector.

• Legal services

• Business support

• Training

• Tender consultation

Implementing risk management strategies

Constructing the correct sub-structure formation

Complex track design procedures

Choosing the right fastening for your railway

Installing innovative track systems

How to choose the most innovative technology for tunnel boring

Central control communication systems for emergency management

How can Middle Eastern operators employ the newest advances in concrete lining technology

How to use fixed fire fighting systems

Utilising the latest ventilation and air-conditioning products

Controlling highly automated control systems through a tunnel control centre

Financial and contractual risk management

Comprehensive communication systems for voice and data

Occupational safety plans for heavy machinery

Using Polycom digital radio systems for fire fighting

Installing future proof smart card systems

How to increase ticket sales through mobile distribution channels

Offering convenient rail value adds such as park and ride

How to utilise onboard advertising space to generate revenue

How to benefit from ancillary station revenue

Choosing the right shunting vehicles for each rail line

Limiting the effects of wheel/rail interference

Choosing the correct on-board communications systems

How to cut operation costs by implementing ETCS systems

Installing the latest terminal equipment

How to develop an interoperable regional control system

Scheduling light/heavy maintenance

Assessing the challenges of GSM-Rs limited lifespan

Understanding the components of intermodal terminal interaction

How to recruit the best talent for your rail project

Complex project planning services

ENGLISH – UAE BUSINESSES A 2 ½ hour interactive workshop designed to help English companies learn how they can set up and run businesses in the UAE rail sector.

• How to grow your business internationally

• Market intelligence

• Utilising trade fairs

• Regulation guidence

Nurturing the local workforce

Utilising bank advisory services for the full project cycle

Progressive employee protection

Understanding the options available for project finance

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Seminar Day Two Wednesday 6 February 2013

Choosing the right technology for vibration reduction to decrease maintenance costs

Implementing preventative maintenance to reduce unnecessary delays

Building maintenance facilities which will ensure seamless procedures

Using electrification solutions to gain dependable traction power supply

Installing catenary-less power lines

Ensuring passenger and worker safety during track maintenance

Enhancing safety and performance using railway monitoring systems

Advanced technologies to enhance energy efficiency

New generation power surge protection technology

Reducing energy consumption with advanced traction technologies

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Implementing a CBTC system to increase safety and manage traffic control

Positive train control systems

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Rail Infrastructure Theatre

Rail Technology Theatre

Complex track design and construction

Noise and vibration isolation technologies

Avoiding maintenance delays by using advanced monitoring technologies

How to choose the most innovative technology for tunnel boring

How can Middle Eastern operators employ the newest advances in concrete lining technology

Choosing the top wagons for passenger lines

Generating extra revenue by installing on-board entertainment

Utlising testing and certification technology across all processes

Installing future proof smart card systems

How to increase ticket sales through mobile distribution channels

Efficient track maintenance techniques

Choosing catenary-less power lines

How to develop current and proposed tunnelling projects

Choosing a surveying system which produces accurate planning tunnel models

Implementing GSM-R in Middle East systems

Installing the optimum depot equipment

How to choose secure ticketing technology

Integrating Middle East Rail into global distribution systems

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Introducing you to regional rail operatorsThe world’s rail executives not only attend Middle East Rail for its world class content, but also to network and build relationships that lead to the consortia of the future.

That’s why we have over 8 hours of dedicated networking time built into our agenda.

Hosted VIP Program 2013 will see the second year of Middle East Rail’s Hosted VIP Program. We are bringing 20 of the biggest names in the regional rail industry to the event to evaluate solutions, identify project partners and share strategic plans. This unique networking feature will connect you with buyers through pre-arranged private meetings offering you genuine business leads and insight.

A superior networking experienceWe have a dedicated networking manager who will assist you with all your networking needs. This includes facilitating meetings, assisting with our networking app and running speed networking sessions – all so that you can take away genuine business leads.

Middle East Rail Gala DinnerAfter an extraordinary first day of high-level content and networking you are invited to join us for an evening of music, food and networking. Our gala dinner creates the backdrop where idea’s develop, connections are made and inspiration grows.

Experience Middle East Rail in a whole new wayWith our new event app and portal you can plan yoursessions, identify exhibitors you want to see and networkwith other attendees

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3 days packed full of so much content you can’t possibly cover it alone

Over 160 speaker sessions giving you the latest solutions and technology

Countless networking opportunities so you can set up key meetings with industry leaders

5 FREE seminar theatres on the exhibition floor.

3 specialised briefing days.

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