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Keynote Speakers:
Camila Drover
Deputy Secretary Infrastructure Projects and Engineering | TfNSW
Camilla Drover leads Infrastructure Projects and Engineering Division which delivers public transport, road, rail fleet, active transport, property development and urban development projects for NSW.
Harnessing the expertise of our people, the division drives excellence in commercial and property management while providing technical and engineering capabilities to deliver more integrated and reliable passenger journeys.
The Division works with industry partners to deliver a dynamic project pipeline while supporting the priorities of the NSW Government including housing, local manufacturing and procurement objectives.
KEYNOTE SUBJECT: FUTURE INSIGHTS ON TECH LIFE
Speakers:
Robin Abou Haidar
Lead ITS Engineer | Transurban
Robin Abou Haidar is a Lead ITS Engineer with extensive experience in intelligent transport systems and infrastructure delivery. With a strong background in systems engineering and traffic management, Robin has led complex projects that integrate advanced control systems and resilience strategies to enhance network performance. Known for a collaborative approach and technical expertise, Robin has contributed to initiatives that prioritize safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency across major transport corridors. Robin’s work spans system architecture, deployment planning, and stakeholder engagement, providing practical insights into the challenges and innovations shaping next-generation mobility solutions.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Project North: Driving Efficiency Through Connected Road Technologies
Neil Barker
Principal Domain Lead ITS | Transurban
Neil is Principal Domain Lead at Transurban, for ITS and Operational Technology on WestConnex. With over 20 years of international experience in infrastructure, maintenance, and technology, Neil has led national businesses and delivered large-scale projects that drive operational transformation and sustainable growth. In his current role, Neil oversees both tolling systems and OMCS, ensuring reliability, safety, and innovation. He brings extensive experience in ITS strategy and integrating technology solutions to improve performance and customer experience.
Neil is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance journeys and strengthen resilience, cybersecurity, and collaboration across the transport ecosystem. His leadership style focuses on building capability, aligning operations to evolving market needs, and shaping the future of mobility through strategic foresight and stakeholder engagement. He is committed to advancing smart mobility and driving innovation that transforms transport networks for the future and actively contributes to industry knowledge sharing and innovation in ITS and tolling.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Bridging the Gap: Understanding Digital Transformation and IT/OT Convergence | Tolling Operations: Keeping the Lights on
Lance Brand
Senior Solutions Manager | Q-Free
ABSTRACT TITLE: Driving Sustainable Mobility Through Distance-Based Road User Charging
Jeff Dusting
Partner | CBS Group
Jeff Dusting is the partner of the CBS Group Technical Advisory team at CBS Group with over two decades of experience advising on the strategic development and commercial delivery of major transport infrastructure projects across Australia. Specialising in transport pricing, tolling strategy, and asset management, Jeff has played a pivotal role in shaping the commercial frameworks for some of Sydney’s most complex road and tunnel projects.
Most recently, Jeff has been instrumental in guiding the strategic direction of the NSW Motorways Tolling Strategy and providing senior advisory for the innovative procurement of the Western Harbour Tunnel's Tolling-as-a-Service model. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between transport policy, operational reality, and commercial innovation, helping clients navigate the complexities of market-led proposals and performance-based contracts. Jeff’s work focuses on developing future-proofed, commercially sustainable solutions that deliver value for both government and the public. He is a key advisor to Transport for NSW on matters relating to collaborative contracting, major project governance, and the transition to next-generation road user charging systems.
ABSTRACT TITLE: From Capex to Opex: A Case Study in Procuring Tolling-as-a-Service for Sydney's Western Harbour Tunnel
Hon. Paul Fletcher
Advisor | Compass Lot
Hon Paul Fletcher is the Former Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities & the Arts, and former MP. Before politics Paul’s extensive private sector experience included eight years on the Senior Management Team at Optus, Australia’s second largest telco. Paul has dual first-class honours degrees in law and economics from Sydney University and an MBA from Columbia University in New York where he was a Fulbright Scholar
ABSTRACT TITLE: From Policy to Practice: Seamless Road Pricing Through Connected Vehicles
Inger Gartner
Director Of Business Development | Aldridge Traffic Controllers (ATC)
Inger Gartner has been providing innovative transportation solutions to her customers for the past 9 years, leveraging emerging technologies to address the many challenges road and public transportation users face in today's transportation ecosystem.
As Director of Business Development at Aldridge Traffic Controllers (ATC), Inger uses a holistic approach, fostering stakeholder collaboration to create safer and more inclusive urban environments. Her passion for easing traffic congestion and enhancing safety for vulnerable road users, while enabling ease of access to public transport, has had a measurable impact on the global region she serves.
ABSTRACT TITLE: ITS Roadmaps - Making the Dream a Reality
Mark Griffiths
Commercial Manager | Neuweb Pty Ltd
Mark Griffiths is Director and Commercial Manager of Neuweb, an innovative AI video analytics company dedicated to creating smart, actionable solutions. With extensive expertise in project management and business process improvement, Mark leads Neuweb’s strategy development ensuring activities are prioritised towards high-return activities.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Detection to Decision: Leveraging AI Video Analytics in South Australia
Emma Huang
ITS Engineer | Transuran
Emma Huang is an experienced Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) and Electrical Engineer with a strong background in infrastructure design and multidisciplinary coordination. She has contributed to major transport projects across Australia, including motorway upgrades, airport developments, and metro systems.
With over nine years of industry experience at leading firms such as Transurban, ARUP, and SMEC, Emma has played key roles in projects like the M7M12 Integration, Eastern Distributor upgrades, Western Sydney Airport, Brisbane Metro, M6 stage 1 and Kwinana Freeway. Her expertise spans design development, site supervision, contractor management, and system testing, ensuring efficient and compliant project delivery.
Emma holds a Master of Engineering Management and an MBA from the University of Technology Sydney, complemented by a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering Management and a Diploma in Optical Electrical Engineering. She is passionate about innovation, precision, and continuous learning, thriving in collaborative environments to deliver impactful transport solutions.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Case study - EV car fire in the tunnel
Ben Jones
Customer Success Director | Transmax
Ben Jones is the Customer Success Director at Transmax. With a background in ITS system delivery, business strategy, and stakeholder integration, Ben is currently spearheading customer and user engagement for the transformation of STREAMS into a more modular, outcome driven ITS mobility platform. He is passionate about helping transport agencies rethink how value is defined and measured in ITS. Ben holds postgraduate qualifications in electrical engineering, project management and business management, and brings both operational and customer-focused insights to the evolving ITS landscape.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Driving Smarter Motorway Operations with Real-Time Insights and Analytics
Dr. Charles Karl
National Discipline Leader | NTRO
Dr Charles Karl has over 35 years’ experience in Intelligent Transport Systems. He is responsible for the technical oversight of NTRO’s activities in road network operations, freight and heavy vehicles, and has extensive experience in field operational testing. Charles leads NTRO’s work in connected and automated vehicles
ABSTRACT TITLE: Developments in Connected and Automated Vehicles in China and Japan
Mil Kotagama
Head Of Client Solutions | WorkVentures
Mil Kotagama is a technology-driven leader with more than 25 years’ experience in ICT sales, business development, and client solutions. His career has spanned South Asia, North America, North Asia, and Oceania—an international journey that has shaped his perspectives both professionally and personally. Across start-ups, SMEs, and global enterprises, Mil has held senior leadership roles focused on opening new markets, driving growth, and refining internal processes to enhance efficiency and profitability.
In 2021, Mil joined WorkVentures, aligning his passion for technology with a commitment to create lasting social and environmental impact. His work is fuelled by the belief that technology, when used purposefully, can transform lives and strengthen communities.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Repair First: Extending Infrastructure Life, Reducing Waste, Building Circular Value
Dr. Ronny Kutadinata
Senior Engineer | NTRO
Dr Ronny Kutadinata specialises in mathematical modelling of physical systems for optimisation, control and automation. He is an experienced transport researcher with a strong track record in delivering evidence-based analysis and strategic insights across the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) domain. He has worked on a diverse portfolio of projects for government agencies and industry bodies, applying rigorous methodologies to collect evidence to inform policy development and operational improvements. His project experience spans technology trials, system reviews, and modelling.
Ronny combines technical understanding with a clear understanding of stakeholder needs, producing work that is analytically rigorous while still having practical relevant. Ronny is adept at translating complex data into actionable recommendations and has contributed to national research efforts, including Austroads publications. Additionally, he has had many of his technical reports and academic publications published in various world-leading journals and conferences.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Advancing Autonomous Public Transport: Australia’s First Automated Medium-Sized Bus Trial
Timothy Lim
Regional Head of Professional Services | Aimsun
Tim brings 18 years of expertise in traffic engineering, transport planning, transport modelling, project management, and, more recently, system design. He has led and advised on a wide range of projects spanning strategic, mesoscopic, and microsimulation modelling, as well as the design and deployment of Aimsun Live. Since joining Aimsun’s Professional Services team in 2013, Tim has directed complex project-based and framework-based models, managed diverse stakeholders, and ensured delivery of high-quality outcomes. His approach combines technical insight with strong project governance and consideration to provide well-rounded solutions and critical input to project teams. Beyond delivery, Tim has championed innovative solutions that enhance Aimsun’s offering and drive more effective outcomes for both Aimsun users and the broader transport industry.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Tees Valley Digital Twin: AI-Driven Transport Management for Smarter Mobility
Chris Martin
Head Of Marketing, Analytics & Partner Development | Braums Pty Ltd
ABSTRACT TITLE: EV Charging Beyond Energy Delivery: The Rise of Software-Defined Infrastructure
Andrew Mehaffey
Associate Director | JYW Consulting
Andrew Mehaffey works with JYW Consulting, specialising in data-driven road operations, connected vehicle technologies and ITS standards. With more than 35 years’ experience spanning TfNSW, HMI Technologies/Ohmio and international project work, he has led programs in adaptive traffic systems, sensorised roadside infrastructure, CAV pilots and cooperative safety. Andrew serves as Australia’s representative to ISO/TC 204 and supports government and industry partners in deploying modern, connected, high-performance transport technology solutions.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Smarter, Safer Roads Through Connected Data
Matthew O'Connor
Domain Lead | Transurban
Matthew is a Domain Lead specializing in Operational Control Systems and technology strategy. He has been working in the Transport Industry for over 12 years.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Autonomous Control Systems, how we build confidence and embrace automation
Craig Rush
National Sales Manager | Boylan Group
Craig Rush is an esteemed National Sales Manager at Boylan Group, a position he has held with distinction since 2008. His career, rooted in technology with an auspicious start at Telstra in the 1990s, has been characterized by a forward-thinking mindset and a knack for innovation. His subsequent tenure at Coates Hire in the construction and traffic sector endowed him with rich experience and insights that have proven invaluable to Boylan Group. Deeply aligned with Peter Boylan's core values, Craig has been instrumental in steering the company's mission to develop groundbreaking solutions. Under his leadership, Boylan Group has not only enhanced the lives of Australians but also pioneered life-saving initiatives for those most vulnerable, truly embodying the spirit of service and ingenuity.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Pre-Emption Technology for Emergency Services
Armit Singh
Head Of Solutions and Architecture | North East Link State Tolling Corporation
Amrit Singh is the Head of Solutions and Architecture at State Tolling Corporation, where he leads a diverse team responsible for specifying and delivering advanced tolling systems. With over 20 years of experience as an architect and business-technology specialist, Amrit brings deep expertise in designing and implementing complex, mission-critical solutions. His career spans multiple industries, including telecommunications and banking, where he has driven innovation and transformation through technology. At STC, Amrit focuses on aligning business objectives with cutting-edge tolling solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and user-centric outcomes. Passionate about bridging the gap between business and technology, he combines strategic vision with hands-on technical leadership to deliver impactful results.
ABSTRACT TITLE: Establishing Enterprise Architecture in a Greenfield Environment: Enabling Tolling Operations
Scott Wilson
Lead Road User Charging Australia NZ | CDM Smith
Scott Wilson has over 24 years of experience in transport strategy, policy and regulatory advice. He is an internationally recognised specialist in road pricing/road user charging, including time-of-use pricing, with experience in New Zealand, Australia, the USA, UK, Middle East, Europe and Hong Kong. He advises on strategic and operational policy, applied economics, technology, operational concepts, business case development, regulation, governance and communications on road pricing schemes and has presented at numerous conferences on the topic around the world, and also runs the world’s only blog on road pricing at roadpricing.blogspot.com/
ABSTRACT TITLE: How can Australia move faster on Road User Charging?
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