Transport and Regeneration in the Midlands is a virtual conference that will take place on 8 June 2021.
Transport and Regeneration in the Midlands Focus
This event is an update on key transport projects – both planned and underway – in the Midlands, UK, such as HS2 and the Midlands Rail Hub. The conference will look at what the infrastructure need is going forward in the context of COVID-19. The speakers will also address where investment is being made and what the timelines for project delivery are.
Speakers
- Phil Edwards – Assistant Director for Transportation and Connectivity, Birmingham City Council
- Sarah Spink – Strategic Partnership Lead, Midlands Connect
- Gary Walsh, Route Director for East Midlands, Network Rail
- Clare James, Managing Director, East Midlands Airport
- Laura McMillan, Director of Operations & Legacy, Coventry City of Culture Trust
- Will Mapplebeck – Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Manager, Core Cities UK
- David Whysall – Managing Director, UK Infrastructure, Turner & Townsend
- Councillor Ian Ward – Leader of the Council, Birmingham City Council
- Mike Evans, Project Director, VolkerFitzpatrick
- Alexander Newport, Managing Director, Bradford Estates
Highlights
- Understand the priorities and challenges transport bodies, developers, and local authorities in the Midlands currently face – where is investment most needed, and what will travel look like post COVID-19?
- Receive critical updates from Midlands Connect, Network Rail, Highways England and HS2 on transport projects across the Midlands
- Explore how transport-led development schemes will be practically delivered – understanding different financing options and low-carbon building practices
- Understand how to centre innovation and environmental sustainability when devising and delivering new transport and regeneration projects
- Hear the latest updates on the preparation for the 2022 Commonwealth Games from Birmingham City Council and understand the city’s short and long-term plans for the legacy of the Games in the Midlands
The full programme of the event can be viewed here.
To register as a visitor for this event then please click here.
The event is organised by the Waterfront Conference Company.
