The 5th annual Lloyd’s List DCN Northern Territory Transport Infrastructure Summit brings together key industry experts and opinion leaders to provide you with the most up-to-date-insight into crucial transport infrastructure projects and economic analysis at the top end.

1. State Transport Series
The 5th annual
Northern Territory
Infrastructure Summit 2011
3rd November 2011 Crowne Plaza, Darwin
Hear the latest industry outlook and case studies
from expert speakers including:
Endorsed by: The Hon. Gerry McCarthy, Minister for Transport and Minister
for Lands and Planning, NT Government
Terry O’Connor, CEO, Darwin Port Corporation
Ian Kew, CEO, Northern Territory Airports
Ernie Wanka, Director Road Network,
Department of Lands and Planning
Media Partners:
John Fitzgerald, CEO, Tourism NT
Peter Stewart, Executive Director,
Minerals Council of Australia NT Division
Bruce Fadelli AM, Board Director,
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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2. The 5th Annual Northern Territory T
Why attend the 5th annual Northern Territory Transport
Infrastructure Summit 2011?
l The Northern Territory Transport Infrastructure Summit is the perfect opportunity to stay up to date with current and
future projects designed to develop and support thriving industries in the Top End.
l Network with industry peers and examine potential business opportunities
l Register with the early bird and for under $1000 you will hear case studies on current projects from key leaders in the
Territory’s expanding industries
Now in its fifth year the Northern Territory Transport Infrastructure Summit has proven itself as a pivotal forum for
industry, transport users and government representatives to engage in open and practical discussion on current issues and
future developments of the Territory’s transport network.
The Northern Territory Transport Infrastructure Summit is part of the Lloyd’s List DCN State Transport Series.
For events in other states visit www.lldcnstatetransportseries.com.au
8.30 Registration and welcome coffee 11.35 Outlining future challenges for live cattle exports
l The aftermath of the ban on live cattle exports and
9.00 Speed networking session long-term implications for the industry
Get to know your peers right from the start in this l Outlining risks associated with the dependence on
relaxed and informal speed networking session. live exports to Indonesia
Bring your business cards! l Estimating the implications of the carbon tax on the
agricultural sector
9.20 Opening remarks from the Chair
Luke Bowen, CEO,
Peter Goed, Chairperson – Northern Territory Northern Territory’s Cattlemen Association
Committee, Chartered Institute of Logistics and
Transport Australia (CILTA) 12.10 Assessing the future transport infrastructure needs of
the NT minerals industry
9.30 OPENING KEYNOTE SESSION l Examining the growth potential of the industry in
The role of transport infrastructure in the the Territory
NT economy l Addressing infrastructure constraints in the NT
l Planning, co-ordinating and maintaining the transport export network
infrastructure that enables and furthers growth l Is there enough demand for a second port?
l Outlining current government project priorities Peter Stewart, Executive Director,
and opportunities Minerals Council of Australia NT Division
l Encouraging private sector investment
12.45 Lunch
The Hon. Gerry McCarthy, Minister for Transport
and Minister for Lands and Planning, NT Government 1.45 PANEL DISCUSSION
Skilling for transport infrastructure project delivery
MAJOR INDUSTRIES OUTLOOK l Strategies for attracting and retaining skilled workers
10.05 Assessing future growth potential in Australia’s l How did natural disasters in other states impact on
Top End the local employment market?
l Strengthening business relationships with Asia Peter Stewart, Executive Director,
l The role of supply chain certainty in business relations Minerals Council of Australia NT Division
Bruce Fadelli AM, Board Director, Kevin Williams, CEO,
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Civil Contractors Federation Northern Territory Branch
10.40 Morning tea For updates on the speaker panel, visit the conference
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11.00 Aviation Futures 2015 – Striving to achieve
sustainable air transport growth in the Territory
DEVELOPING AND MAINTAING THE TERRITORY’S
l Supporting and maintaining a strong aviation
TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE ASSETS
industry throughout the NT
2.30 CASE STUDY: A long-term vision for Darwin Port
l Exploring opportunities for incremental growth and
competition l Addressing complexities arising from multi-user facilities
l Recent developments in the aviation industry and its l Accommodating greater vessels
implications for business in the Territory l Outlining growth demands for exporting industries
John Fitzgerald, CEO, Tourism NT Terry O’Connor, CEO, Darwin Port Corporation
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3. Transport Infrastructure Summit
3.05 CASE STUDY: A 2030 development concept for 4.35 An overview of current road development and
long-term direction for Darwin International Airport maintenance projects
l Developing aviation industry structure with low l Timelines for planning, construction and delivery
cost carriers l Improving the efficiency and resilience of the
l Evolving airport business, the needs of business road network
partners and community requirements Ernie Wanka, Director Road Network,
l Diversifying airport income by expanding the Department of Lands and Planning
property portfolio
l Sharpening the focus on achieving more 5.10 ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION
measurable environmental results This interactive wrap up session will give you the
Ian Kew, CEO, Northern Territory Airports chance to have an in-depth debate about the most
pressing industry issues with our diverse expert panel.
3.40 Logistical challenges for transport project delivery in Discuss the most current developments in the transport
remote areas infrastructure sector in the Northern Territory and learn
more about growth opportunities for your own business.
l Minimising delays during construction
l Best practice in efficient project delivery 5.55 Closing remarks from the Chair
6.00 Close of conference
4.15 Afternoon tea
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Opportunities
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opportunities, please contact:
Sarah Cullen, Sponsorship Manager
Phone: (+61 3) 8842 2430
Email: sarah.cullen@informa.com.au
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