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Conference:
Day 1
24 June 8am - 5:30pm
Day 2
25 June 8am - 5:30pm
Day 3
26 June 8am - 5:30pm
 
Workshops:
Masterclass One
22 June 2008 8am - 5pm
Masterclass Two
23 June 2008 8am - 5pm
 
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Exhibition details:
Day 1
24th June 10am - 5pm
Day 2
25th June 10am - 4pm
 
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highlights from Africa Rail 2008
 
 
 
 
  • African operators discussed their main focus areas as being Operations and IT, Human Resources, Infrastructure development , Equipment and Marketing  
  • Our keynote speakers including Howard Rosen, Chairman, Rail Working Group, Switzerland and Mike Karakadzai, General Manager of National Railways of Zimbabwe who both gave insightful presentations
  • Lucky Montana, CEO of SARCC.Metrorail hosted an on the floor question and answer session for suppliers in industry. 
  • His Excellency Mr Navdeep Suri Consular General of India opened the exhibition with Siyabonga Gama, CEO of Transnet. The ambassador highlighted India’s interest and investment into Africa, with an expanding presence for 2009
  • The 1st annual Africa Rail Awards was a fantastic success where top performers in Africa were recongnised. 
  • Complimentary seminars held in the exhibition area were well attended, with exciting product launches. Transnet Freight Rail hosted a dedicated session on "how to do business with them”

 


Africa Rail 2009 - the conference
The Africa Rail 2009 conference is the definitive CEO level strategic conference where ideas, intelligence and relationships really make a difference. A difference to your business. 

It is an interactive experience with exciting panels and war-story case studies. And top-level delegates pre-qualified by premium fees. Presenters and panellists will be industry leaders from all key stakeholders from across the industry.

Keynote already confirmed:

 

 

Clem Sunter
Author of 13 books, some bestsellers
Scenario Planner

Wondering what he will be discussing? The World and Africa in the 2010s.

  • The impact of China and India on the global economy and China’s relationship with Africa
  • Latest China Scenarios and prospects for the rest of the world 
  • How Africa can retain its competitive edge and remain economically efficient
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Why Africa Rail?
Well, Africa is a continent rich in commodities and opportunity! More importantly though it is a continent where rail, transport, and infrastructure are an imperative in connecting the continent to it’s greater economic success.
 
The good news is that big money is being invested! Upgrades are happening continent wide! Meetings held at Africa Rail 2008 have transpired into the implementation of such extensive projects. Africa Rail 2008 has contributed as a platform to advancing and supporting some of the recent key developments in infrastructure and rolling stock.
 
 
Conference  
The conference will showcase strategic case studies and best practice. There are a limited number of opportunities for sponsors to participate in the conference presentations. These are available on a “first come” basis.
 
FIRST CALL FOR SPEAKERS!  If you are a senior level director with a relevant case study, and would like to participate in the conference programme as a speaker, then call Yeukai Manyakara NOW to discuss your potential participation. Tel +27 (0) 11 516 4045 or email her
 
We have started the groundwork for 2009, with the conference programme under production. From all our research so far, we have been able to put together an outline of what the conference will cover.
 

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sponsorship opportunities
A sales solution that generates leads and new business Africa Rail 2009 is Africa’s only railway forum where all key industry suppliers, consultants and financiers can showcase their products.
 
Why your company needs to be there:
  • It's extremely cost-effective
  • Attended by real decision makers
  • Offers sponsorship packages that create year-round advantage
  • Supported by an extremely targeted marketing campaign
  • That works with all industry role-players to create the industry meeting point
Call Alwyn Peacock now to take advantage of this year-round marketing campaign. Tel: +27 (0) 11 516 4053 or email him
 
 
Target your market!
 
For details contact
Alwyn Peacock

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Africa Rail Awards categories
 
Nominations deadline

Submit all nominations by 30/01/2009
 
 
 
 
  • Best Technology Provider
  • Best Concessionaire
  • Special Merit for Operational Excellence
  • Best Mining Railway
  • Best Railway Operator
  • Africa Rail Personality of the Year
  • Africa Rail Lifetime Achievement Award
  • Best Passenger Rail Operator
  • Organisation that has Contributed Successfully to Skills Development
  • Best Service Provider to the Railway Industry

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