The presentation will illustrate how engineers can contribute to a successful railway industry of the future. This will include addressing challenges arising from:
· Continued passenger and freight growth in UK;
· Sustainability considerations including fuel choice, emissions;
· Train control options to improve capacity;
· Opportunities provided by enhanced communications; and
· Transport modal shift.

· The presentation will also provide examples of how the industry should become more system orientated and use experience gained in Europe and other parts of the world. The presentation will also review how the industry should take advantage of imminent changes resulting from Crossrail and High Speed Rail.”

“Benefits in attending:
· Opportunity to understand the future challenges facing the railway industry;
· Understand how technology can be harnessed to develop the industry;
· See how sustainability considerations will affect the railways; and
· Celebrate the success of the railway engineering profession.”