by Heidi | Oct 31, 2023 | General
The GFMAM – Global Forum on Maintenance and Asset Management – comprises 14 member societies from different countries across the world. These societies encompass professionals across varied industries, each brining distinct perspectives, practices, and levels of expertise to the field of Asset Management. This expensive geographic and industrial coverage positions GFMAM uniquely to gather insights and data on key topics within the Asset Management sector.
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by Heidi | Oct 31, 2023 | Conference, Events, Maintenance & Reliability in Asset Management, MRiAM News
In a significant showcase of industry-academic collaboration, Directors of the Asset Management Council (AMCouncil), Sarah Hannah and Toby Horstead, are slated to deliver keynote presentations at the upcoming International Conference on Maintenance and Intelligent Asset Management (ICMIAM). The conference is organised by Federation University and is set to take place from the 6th to the 8th of December in Ballarat.
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by Heidi | Oct 30, 2023
Llewellyn Fonseca, Senior Manager of Corporate Asset Management Strategy at Canada’s TransLink, will highlight the initial successes of their asset management program. He will discuss the collaboration of asset management champions within the complex organizational structure to advance their capabilities in this area. However, the region’s rapidly growing population has led to a swift rebound in transit ridership. This growth necessitates planning for the expansion of the system and services as a part of the region’s long-term transportation strategy. These pressing concerns are compounded by the organization’s ongoing commitment to providing safe and reliable transportation services with an aging system currently undergoing transformation, including asset renewals and a transition to a zero-emissions fleet. Discover how TransLink’s corporate asset management program intends to leverage asset management in strategic decision-making to address these complex challenges effectively and optimize value from their investments.
About the speaker:
Llewellyn Fonseca, Senior Manager, Corporate Asset Management Strategy, TransLink Canada
As Senior Manager of Corporate Asset Management Strategy at TransLink, Llewellyn is responsible for ensuring enterprise-wide stewardship of assets and influencing long-range planning. He provides leadership and strategic direction on asset management best practices, and investment planning efforts to align with ongoing sustainability and modernization initiatives, while achieving customer service excellence. Known for building trusted relationships, he collaborates with multiple stakeholders to reach consensus and optimize investment decisions for the successful delivery of complex and challenging capital projects. Llewellyn also serves on the board of directors for the Canadian chapter of the Institute of Asset Management and is passionate about helping organizations unlock the value from their investments.
by Heidi | Oct 30, 2023
The Asset Management Policy for the NSW Public Sector, TPP 19-07, was introduced in October 2019. Its purpose is to drive improved asset management across the public sector. The policy sets out the core asset management practices that the NSW Government expects agencies to adopt in order to meet service delivery objectives efficiently.
The presentation will provide an overview of the policy and assess its effectiveness to date in enhancing AM capabilities. It will also highlight the common asset management challenges faced by public sector agencies in an increasingly complex environment.
Finger food provided.
About the speakers:
Lucie Mitchell, Director – Asset Management & Resilience, Infrastructure NSW
Lucie is an experienced leader and infrastructure asset management professional with a passion for decision making that drives the best outcomes for organisations, and the communities they serve.
Lucie is a strong advocate for asset management thinking as a driver of value, and its ability to deliver the best outcomes at acceptable levels of cost and risk. Lucie seeks solutions that unlock latent capacity and value from an asset base within complex operating environments and multiple constraints. In recent years Lucie has developed expertise in disaster risk reduction and resilience in order to make the best infrastructure decisions in an environment of increasing uncertainty.
Lucie has a strong delivery focus, is highly motivated in meeting stakeholder needs through rapid distillation of requirements and the ability to present complex topics to diverse audiences. A Chartered Engineer, Lucie takes pride in decision-making that is founded on best appropriate practice and a strong evidence base. Lucie enjoys leading and developing teams and mentoring individuals to exceed their potential, always seeking innovative solutions to complex problems.
Lucie is the national lead of Women in Asset Management, an Asset Management Council Special Interest Group committed to growing women’s awareness of, and interest in, asset management, for the benefit of individuals and organisations.
Josh Milner, Associate Director – Transport, Infrastructure and Investment, NSW Treasury
Josh is an experienced public servant with strong skills in public policy, finance, and governance. As an Associate Director in NSW Treasury, Josh works closely with his Infrastructure NSW colleagues on the implementation of the Asset Management Policy for the NSW Public Sector across the NSW Government.
by Heidi | Oct 27, 2023
Manitoba Hydro is an integrated utility in Canada. They have a number of assets in the electrical distribution, generation, and transmission energy streams, as well as the delivery of natural gas. Travis Lavallee, Head Office Asset Advisor, will focus on how initial approaches to whole life cost modelling were first developed and utilised to create long term forecasts for the major powertrain assets in the generation stream. It will also explore recent developments to integrate these whole life cost models as part of an asset class strategy, making the tools scalable to allow the approach to be used across the fleet of assets to provide meaningful insights at the class level.
About the speaker:
Travis Lavallee, P.Eng, Asset Advisor (Asset Management Division), Manitoba Hydro, Canada
Travis Lavallee is an Asset Advisor for Manitoba Hydro, within the Asset Management Division. His primary responsibilities are to facilitate the development and optimization of strategies and investment scenarios on a range of asset classes within the Transmission, Distribution and Generation energy streams. Previous to his role in Asset Management, Travis spent the majority of his career working on Major Capital Projects at Manitoba Hydro, specifically during the design, procurement and construction phases of Wuskwatim and Keeyask Generating Stations. Travis holds a Bachelor of Science (Electrical Engineering) degree from the University of Manitoba.
by Heidi | Oct 18, 2023
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to come together to celebrate our achievements, reflect on the year gone by, and look forward to exciting prospects in 2024. We are thrilled to invite you to the AMCouncil Perth Chapter End of Year Review and Celebration!
Date: Thursday, 21 December 2023
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Place: The Shoe Bar – Shop GSO7 Yagan Square, 376 – 420 Wellington St, Perth
Cost: $15 for AMCouncil Members, otherwise $25
Finger food and selection of drinks (beer / wine / soft drink) provided.
Hosted by the dedicated members of the Perth Chapter Committee, this event promises to be an evening filled with camaraderie and insights. Here’s what you can expect:
- Introduction to the Perth Chapter Committee: Get to know the individuals who drive our chapter’s success and learn about their roles in shaping the future.
- Year in Reflection: Join us for a comprehensive review of 2023, highlighting our collective accomplishments and milestones.
- Looking Ahead to 2024: Gain exclusive insights as committee members share their vision and plans for the upcoming year.
But that’s not all! This gathering offers a fantastic opportunity to network with friends and colleagues from the industry. As a token of appreciation for your support throughout the year, we will provide finger food and a selection of beverages, including beer, wine, and soft drinks.
We look forward to your presence at this special event. Let’s come together, celebrate our accomplishments, and set the stage for a promising year ahead.
by Heidi | Oct 18, 2023
Hosted by the Perth Chapter Committee, this evening will begin with an introduction to the Perth Chapter Committee, a year in reflection review of 2023 and a look ahead to 2024 by committee members.
Come and join us to network with friends and colleagues, celebrate the end of another fantastic year and look forward to our plans for 2024.
Finger food and a selection of drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks) provided.
We hope to see you there.
by Heidi | Oct 18, 2023 | Member News
IPWEA has joined AMCouncil as a member of the GFMAM. Both Australian organisations are collaboratively working to enhance society by promoting the value of effective Asset Management within the Infrastructure Sector.
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by Heidi | Oct 17, 2023
Discover how resilient assets are crucial in combating climate change’s impact on urban infrastructure, covering water adaptation, heat management, circularity, and carbon reduction. As climate change effects intensify, our infrastructure must withstand extreme weather events, ensuring community safety during floods, temperature extremes, and wildfires. Learn how proactive measures can preserve asset value, enhance well-being, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate the path to Net Zero. Explore the servitisation trend reshaping organisational operations, focusing on effective Asset Management programmes, performance-based maintenance/contracts, and innovative renewal strategies. This shift responds to evolving customer expectations, offering continuous personalised engagements and driving sustainability through outcome-based, bundled, and “as-a-service” models. Dive into the role of IoT, AI, ML, and 5G in accelerating this transformation.
Finger food provided.
About the speaker:
Peter Dourlein, a seasoned Service Director and Asset Management consultant, has had a comprehensive background in all facets of Asset Management. With an extensive career spanning Rail, Road, and Port Infrastructure, Peter’s expertise encompasses planning, design, project delivery, maintenance, and strategic management. Peter rejoined Arcadis in October 2021 in his most recent role, spearheading Asset Management services’ development and global expansion. He is also a co-founder of the Dutch chapter of the Institute of Asset Management, having served as an IAM NL Country Executive and presently as a member of the IAM Competence Framework Steering Committee. Peter’s notable achievements encompass a central role in establishing and expanding ASSET Rail, a Rail Maintenance Service Provider jointly owned by Arcadis and Dura Vermeer. Here, he evolved from a Maintenance Engineer in 2005 to overseeing consultancy and tactical Asset Management services in collaboration with the ASSET Rail CEO. Over the years, he has also held pivotal positions and contributed to projects for esteemed organizations and asset management entities across Europe and the Middle East, including ProRail, RET, MRDH Transportation Authority, European Container Terminals, Qatar Rail, RFF/SNCF, LISEA, HS1, and Network Rail. Beyond his professional roles, Peter shares his knowledge through guest lecturing at universities and serves as an advisory board member at Utrecht University of Applied Sciences. His expertise frequently lands him as a sought-after conference speaker, with mentions in national newspapers and magazines. He actively participates in Dutch networking platforms such as NL Ingenieurs and the Dutch Building Information Council.
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by Heidi | Oct 17, 2023 | Events
On Friday, October 13th, the Asset Management Council hosted a thought-provoking symposium on ‘Integrating Asset Management into an Organisation.’ We extend our sincere gratitude to all the participants who made this event a resounding success. The symposium was a gathering of brilliant minds, fostering insightful discussions and sharing invaluable perspectives on the world of asset management.
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