SMART Rail Depots and Maintenance, University of Huddersfield

Hear about opportunities for SMEs from the Institute of Railway Research, The Smart Rolling Stock Maintenance Research Facility.

There will also be a tour of the Institute’s facilities included in the day where we will hear from SMEs that are already engaged with the Rail Sector. Our event sponsor, Arcadis will be speaking about depot design for the 21st Century and will be joined by two other members of the RBD Community.

Agenda:

10.30 – Welcome and Introductions – Richard Carr, University of Huddersfield

10:35 – The Institute of Railway Research (IRR) – Professor Paul Allen

11:05 – The SMART Rolling Stock Maintenance Research Facility (SRSMRF) – Professor Gareth Tucker

11:30 – Tours of the IRR & SRSMRF

12:30 – Lunch and Networking

13:15 – Depot Design for the 21st Century – Arcadis

14:15 – RBD Community Showcase including member presentations

14:55 – University of Huddersfield Business Support – Steve Gregory

15:10 – Finish and networking

This event is open to everyone and FREE to attend.

Please note: On campus parking is not available for this event however, there is train to Huddersfield Station which is a 10 minute walk to the venue. Directions and further information can be found

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