Dr Alan James | Chief Executive Officer
UK Ultraspeed | United Kingdom

Dr Alan James, Chief Executive Officer, UK Ultraspeed

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Appearances at this years' conference:

PRE-CONFERENCE BRIEFING DAY Monday 30 January 2012


@ 09.10
Keynote address: UK Ultraspeed maglev: "faster, better, cheaper and greener than high speed rail for Britain"

  • Main differences between the two UK high speed contenders, traditional wheel-on-rail systems and maglev
  • Key competitive advantages of maglev, compared to the "High Speed 2"
  • Economic, environmental and performance advantages of maglev compared to traditional wheel-on-rail systems
  • Innovative finance options with zero requirement for new upfront capital investment
  • Where else in the world could maglev be faster, better, cheaper and greener than wheel-on-rail?

  • › Dr Alan James, Chief Executive Officer, UK Ultraspeed
@ 09.40
Panel discussion: Is HSR viable in the Middle East? Debating business and financial considerations

  • Will the Middle East’s international competitiveness be enhanced by linking various parts of the region with HSR?
  • Given the high cost of HSR, is it a viable option for the region?
  • Under what circumstances would the private sector invest in HSR development in the Middle East?
  • Are there any learnings it can take from Europe and UK?

 

  • › Dr Alan James, Chief Executive Officer, UK Ultraspeed

Incorporating:

  • Middle East Rail Awards
  • Tunnelling World Middle East

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