For visitors A few reasons why you cannot afford to miss the Africa Rail expo: You can visit the FREE interactive learning seminars, refresh and advance your understanding of what is driving technical standards, and learn about some of the innovations occurring in the railways sector With over a decade of successfully uniting Africa’s railway stakeholders, you can be sure that you will meet with key players from Africa and the rest of the world Investment means development so come and get your share of the development pie as you meet, network and source solutions from some of the key players in the market » Reserve your seat in the FREE learning seminars » Pre-register for fast track entry into the expo EXPO DATES & TIMES: 24 June, 10:00 - 17:00 25 June, 10:00 - 17:00   Africa Rail offers delegates:   The opportunity to network with key investors, developers and operators The knowledge to transform the way they do business through in depth case studies and discussions  A chance to secure meetings with players who make a difference to your bottom line The agenda is available - Get it now!   » Register NOW! » Download the agenda   "Africa Rail helps us in a big way, it's an opportunity to network with decision-makers, financiers and companies who are suppliers of railway technology.  " Tshepo Lucky Montana / GCEO / PRASA

» Pre-register now!   Make the most of your Africa Rail experience! To help you get the most out of your visit to the event, we've developed Contact as your online event networking partner to use before, during and after the show.   Use it to find attendees searching by products and services or by industry. Send and receive emails to those contacts you want to meet and even set up meetings.   » Start making contact now! » Pre-register NOW!   Our speaker line-up   The Intermodal Guru Facilitator of Change Siyabonga   Gama, CEO, Transnet Freight Rail  >> View Presentation Irene Chigbue, Director General, Bureau of Public Enterprises, Nigeria     >> View Presentation The Railway Developer International Investor   Eric Peiffer, CEO, Transrail, Senegal >> View Presentation    Richard Bouma,  CEO, PME Infrastructure, Managers Limited, Switzerland.   >> View Presentation

What to expect: Meet the players in Africa’s rail market   Identify opportunities and competition in this market and discover areas of growth and development.   60 speakers, 26 countries, 9 panel sessions  This year's focus is on "Investment and development opportunities for operators, developers, government and investors" 7 reasons why you can’t miss out on Africa Rail 2009: Seniority & diversity of speakers Boasting 60 senior-level speakers from 21 African countries    Strategic content From investment in Mozambique to developments in Kenya, Tanzania, Tunisia, Senegal and Gabon, find out where and how your strategy fits in.   Industry trends We gather the leaders and pioneers in the industry as they investigate current trends shaping Africa’s rail sector    Investment opportunities Offering you the opportunity to meet with key rail stakeholders and explore new and profi table business models.   Solutions-based strategies Take part in discussions and ask questions   Value for money Comprehensive and action-oriented conference offering you tools, tips, techniques and key industry contacts to help ensure you maximise revenue in your sector.   Proven track record This event is part of a global series of rail events with events hosted in Turkey, Vietnam, Russia, Australia, India, London and Dubai. » Book your seat now » Suggest a speaker topic

For sponsors   The Africa Rail exhibition is where the buyers meet the sellers. The Africa Rail exhibition is seen as a focused attendance of visitors networking over two days with attendees from all over Africa and the globe. Get involved early, as the exhibition country pavilions and product pavilions are already 60% booked!   » Find out how you can benefit » Become a sponsor                    Developing Talent The Africa Rail Awards are proud to be investing in the future of the railway sector on the African continent.    At a night of glitz and glamour the Africa Rail Bursary was awarded to Kenneth Mojanga. In his 2nd year at the University of Witwatersrand, Kenneth is surely going to be a bright light in the future.      Africa Rail Awards The awards are designed to celebrate the continued growth and success of the African railway marketplace and focus on some of the exceptional performers within the industry this year.         Do you feel that you, or your company, has excelled in the industry? Then make your voice heard, and get the recognition you deserve.    » Find out more about the awards » Book your seat at the awards   » Make your nomination today

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Africa Rail Awards Date: 24 June 2009 Time: 19:30 Venue: Sandton Sun > Book Now > More information       event sponsors   Diamond Sponsor:   Gold:  Silver:     Bronze: Session Sponsor         Seating Plan Sponsor: Endorsers:       › See the full sponsors list › More information on 2010 sponsorship!   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   Africa Rail Awards categories   Nominations deadline Submit all nominations by 26/05/2009         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 › how to enter › make your nomination