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(90 min)
Venue: Hall 406CX
Congress Session: Enhancing Lifestyles within Transport across Singapore
This session will provide a comprehensive understanding of the efforts and strategies employed to enhance transit lifestyles, in turn fostering a more sustainable and efficient urban mobility ecosystem. The discussion will cover innovative initiatives that prioritise convenience, accessibility, and the fostering of a more vibrant and connected Singapore.
Moderator
Mark Tan
Deputy Chief Executive, Corporate Development Cluster and Chief Sustainability Officer
Land Transport Authority
Singapore
Venue: Hall 406D
Congress Session: Sustainability Reporting, Taxonomy & Green Finance
Taxonomy is the cornerstone of sustainable finance framework and an important classification system that defines criteria for economic activities aligned with environmental goals. It enables the targeting of investments where they are most needed, including in public transport.
Moderator
Lauren Streifer
Chief Executive
Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ)
Australia
Speaker
Chua Jia Sheng
Deputy Manager, Tunnel Ventilation & Mechanical Services
Land Transport Authority
Singapore
(30 min)
Venue: Hall 401 - 405
AM Coffee Break
(90 min)
Venue: Hall 406D
Congress Session: Digitalisation of Rail & Bus Operation & Maintenance
Digital technologies govern rail and bus maintenance and are key to maintaining industry competitiveness. This session aims to provide insights on the advanced innovative technologies that are transforming the operation and maintenance of rail and bus systems, such as AI, IoT, and big data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and predictive maintenance.
Moderator
Yee Boon Cheow
Deputy Chief Executive (Infrastructure & Development)
Land Transport Authority
Singapore
Speaker
lr Chang Che Son
Executive Chairman
Key Direction Limited & Key Direction (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd
Hong Kong SAR
Venue: Hall 406CX
Congress Session: Empowering Growth: Equipping the Workforce with Skills and Opportunities
This session focuses on the importance of equipping the workforce with essential skills and opportunities to thrive in the ever-evolving transport industry. It will highlight the need for continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth, and providing access to training and developmental programmes. By growing skills within the workforce, organisations can empower their staff to adapt to new challenges, drive innovation, and contribute to long-term success.
Moderator
Christel Goossens
Manager, Knowledge and Innovation
International Association of Public Transport (UITP)
Belgium
Speaker
Madeleine McManus OAM
Chief Executive Officer
Centre for Professional Engineering Education
Australia
Speaker
Natasha Zulifiki
Founder Director at Women in Rail Malaysia and Director (Stakeholder & Business Development)
YTL Construction
Malaysia
Speaker
Yasu Kojima
Manager, Global Talent and Knowledge
East Japan Railway Company(JRE), International Headquarters
Japan
(90 min)
Venue: Nicoll 1 - 3
Lunch
(30 min)
Venue: Hall 406CX
Power Session: Revitalising Public Transport in Asia & Europe: The Climate Card & the Deutschland Ticket
initiative like the "Climate Card" and the "Deutschland Ticket" are leading the charge. Climate Card aims to make public transport more affordable and accessible, encouraging a shift away from private vehicles to reduce carbon emissions. Germany's Deutschland Ticket is a nationwide public transport pass, offering a simple and cost-effective solution to access public transport. The experts in this power session will discuss further on these two innovative approaches.nnovpproaches.
Speaker
Lee Jin-Gu
Director of Transportation Policy Division
Seoul Metropolitan Government
Republic of Korea
Venue: Hall 406D
Power Session: Shared Mobility in Laos
This session will explore how integrating shared mobility solutions with traditional public transport can address the unique transportation challenges in Laos. As the country continues to develop its public transport infrastructure, enhancing urban mobility through innovative approaches such as shared mobility is crucial for transportation challenges in Laos. The experts will discuss the potential for shared mobility to reduce congestion, and promote accessible, efficient, and environmentally friendly urban transport systems.
Speaker
Souliyo Vongdala
Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer
LOCA Company Limited
Lao People's Democratic Republic
Speaker
Souphany Heuangkeo
Deputy Director
Division of Road Passenger Transport, Department of Transport Ministry of Public Works and Transport
Lao People's Democratic Republic
(60 min)
Venue: Hall 406D
Congress Session: Access for All: Closing Inclusivity Gaps in Public Transport
Public Transport is at the forefront of tackling inequalities and ensuring accessibility for all. This session will discuss the importance of inclusivity in public transport by hearing from experts from across the regions on their perspectives on how to bridge remaining inclusivity gaps.
Venue: Hall 406CX
Congress Session: Net Zero Cities: Infrastructure & Technology for Electric Vehicles
Electrification is a pivotal step in achieving sustainable mobility and smooth transition towards Net Zero cities. The discussion will explore the latest innovations in charging technology, grid integration, and urban planning strategies. Industry experts and authority members will share insights on overcoming challenges and driving the transition towards Net Zero cities.
Speaker
Er Melvyn Thong
2 Deputy Group Director Rail, Electrical & Mechanical
Land Transport Authority
Singapore
(30 min)
Venue: Hall 401 - 405
PM Coffee Break
(60 min)
Venue: Hall 406CX
Plenary Session: A Sustainable Future: Preparing Public Transport Markets with the latest Technological Innovations
The closing plenary session will delve into the cutting-edge technologies shaping transport around the world. It will explore market driven solutions supporting a sustainable urban model. Key stakeholders from Asia, Americas and Europe will discuss how structural changes are driving responsive public transport networks.
Moderator
Renée Amilcar
President of UITP and General Manager of Transit Services, City of Ottawa
International Association of Public Transport (UITP)
Canada
Speaker
Adi Lau Tin-shing
President of Global Operations Standards Institute
Operations Standards Institute (GOSI), MTR Corporation
Hong Kong SAR
(30 min)