Transport and Regeneration in the Midlands

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.