ICOMS Asset Management Conference Sydney 2009

1-5 June 2009

Sydney Masonic Centre (SMC)

The ICOMS conference attracts around 350 key National and International professionals in Asset Management and Maintenance Management along with corporate decision-makers from organisations in both the private and public sectors. The conference has a unique attendance grouping including academics, Maintenance Practitioners, Asset Managers and General Managers of asset intensive organisations as well as providers of specialist engineering consulting services.

Local ICOMS 2009 Committee

John Hardwick is the 2008 Sydney Chapter Chair, a member of the AMC Board and the 2009 Chairman (elect). John has over 25 years experience in electrical utilities and led EnergyAustralia’s move into maintenance and asset management. A regular participant in ICOMS since 2001, John brings a unique ability to bring both the technical and the people factors together in building a successful asset management based implementation.

Gary Winsor is the Sydney Chapter Secretary, and has over 28 years experience with maintenance and asset management in rail and electrical utilities. Gary has participated in ICOMS since his first paper in 1998 and brings to the conference a wealth of experience in maintenance management, reliability and asset modeling.

Danny Azavedo is the International Chapter Chair and the Treasurer of the Sydney Chapter. Danny has been a member of AMC/MESA since it was formed, a member of the Sydney ICOMS 2004 conference team, and brings with him 35 years of local and overseas experience in the manufacturing, heavy construction and water utilities. Danny will be our host for our overseas visitors to the conference.

John, Gary and Danny are supported on the local Chapter ICOMS team by AMC members Terry Howard, Robert Sloan, Steve Buncombe and Dan Vultureanu.

• ICOMS 2009 Keynot Speakers

• ICOMS 2009 Papers

• ICOMS 2009 Review statement

• ICOMS 2009 Sponsors

• ICOMS 2009 Exhibitors

• Photographs

• About Sydney

ICOMS 2009 Keynote Speakers

Nancy Regan

The Force Inc, Alabama USA

Nancy Regan is the founder and President of The Force, Inc. Nancy graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering. She was a US Navy civilian employee for seven years during which time she completed Naval Aviation Maintenance Officer School and served as a T-45 structural engineer. As the Team Leader for Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) at the Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, NJ, Nancy instituted the RCM Program on Naval Aviation Common Support Equipment. In 2001 she founded The Force, Inc. She has over 12 years experience facilitating RCM analyses, conducting RCM training, and assisting customers in implementing RCM programs. Amongst the projects she has facilitated is the CH-47D Chinook Helicopter, the US Army's heavy lift helicopter.
Keynote:
The Team Approach to the Development of Life Cycle Management Strategies
Whether an asset is new or has been in use for decades, responsible physical asset management means ensuring that the asset meets the needs of the community that depends on it. This requires safe, cost effective, and technically defensible Life Cycle Management Strategies.
There are many factors that influence an asset’s performance such as the proactive maintenance it receives. But there are a multitude of other dynamics such as operating procedures, technical publications, training programs, equipment design, supply issues, operating environment, and operational tempo. The identification of Life Cycle Management Strategies includes all these elements.
The best way to achieve this is to adopt a facilitated team approach. A diverse team of experts, including those most intimate with the operating environment, meets in a formal setting bringing together a blend of experience, judgment, and technical data. This ensures that the system is analyzed not only from the viewpoint of its design but from the perspective of how it must function in its operating environment. Nancy Regan will detail this team approach and illustrate its power by offering clear examples from her own work.

Stuart Gibson

Transfield Services, Victoria Australia

Stuart Gibson is Group General Manager of Asset Management at Transfield Services.
He is also a Board Member of the Asset Management Council.
He has significant practical experience implementing asset management in North and South America, Asia, New Zealand and Australia across industries ranging from, mining and mineral processing, oil and gas, manufacturing, power generation and transmission, telecommunications, fresh and waste water, road and rail.
Keynote:
Intelligent Cost Reduction Through Asset Management: A Case Study
Times are tough and almost everyone is talking about reducing costs. It is in this environment that I start to hear executives asking one of the world’s dumbest questions – “If I accept a lower level of reliability in my assets, how much can I save in my maintenance costs?” While there are exceptions to every rule, it is our experience that for most assets we come across, maintenance costs get a lot higher when we allow reliability to slip. Rather than sacrificing our reliability program now is the time to redouble our efforts and expand the scope of programs in order to achieve intelligent cost reduction that meet the new business objectives. Taking examples from a number of Transfield Services’ sites this presentation will show how using a systematic approach to brown field asset management has delivered substantial and rapid one off cost reductions and yet still delivered continuing year on year reductions into the future

Roger Byrne

Roger Byrne & Associates, Victoria

Roger Byrne is the International Manager of GHD’s Asset Management Group and is based in the USA with responsibility for the Americas, UK and Europe. He has written many texts on asset management and has assisted in the development of a quality framework, manuals / guidelines and associated tools that are assisting councils around the world to implement cost effective improvement strategies. He was the principal author of the original Australian Manual (1993) the principal draft author of the Advanced AM Manual (New Zealand 1997) and the International Infrastructure Management Manual 2000 & 2005 working with both the Australian & NZ NAMS teams and now in the USA and UK.
Keynote:
What Does a Sustainable Business Look Like & What Should Your Role Be In It ?

Larry Woodland

Larry is currently a Director of AssetFuture Pty Ltd involved in the development and implementation of the asset strategic management tools and whole of life planning systems for clients in the Public and Industrial sectors.
Larry has worked with industry and governments at the Federal, State and Local Government levels developing strategic asset management plans and Whole of Life asset plans up to 100 years. Larry was the key author of the Queensland Government Asset Management System (GAMS) and the Total Asset Management guidelines for Brisbane City Council, design and development of the Education Qld, Capital Works Management system including assignments with clients in Belgium, Canada, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, and Brazil.
Larry worked twenty years with BHP Steel Port Kembla in various positions including Chief Maintenance Engineer and Chief Design. Larry is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineers AUST, CP Eng.
Keynote:
Whole of Life Planning the Essential Component of Asset Management

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ICOMS 2009 Papers

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ICOMS 2009 Sponsors

Principal Sponsor and Gala Dinner Sponsor:

Transfield Services

http://www.transfieldservices.com/

USB Proceedings Sponsor:

Assetivity Pty Ltd

http://www.assetivity.com.au/

Welcome Function Sponsor:

EnergyAustralia

http://www.energy.com.au/energy/ea.nsf/Content/Splash

Satchel Sponsor:

CIEAM

http://www.cieam.com/cieam-site/index.htm

Morning Tea Sponsor:

Evans & Peck - Tuesday, 2 June.

Currie & Brown - Wednesday 3 June & Thursday 4 June.

http://www.curriebrown.com/

Sponsor:

Programmed Facility Management

http://www.programmed.com.au/

Afternoon Tea Sponsor:

CQUniversity – Partners with Industry

http://www.cqu.edu.au/

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ICOMS 2009 Exhibitors

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About Sydney

Bursting with character, Sydney is a vibrant city with spectacular landmarks including the Harbour and its Harbour bridge, the Opera House, the historic Rocks area, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour and popular Bondi Beach - one of the many fabulous beaches that Sydney is famous for.Climate : Sydney's oceanic climate means warm summers and mild winters, with a temperature range between nine and sixteen degrees Celsius in winter and up to an average peak of 26 degrees Celsius in summer. May 11-19, June 9-16 Celsius °C

To and From Airport

Located in Mascot NSW, Sydney Airport is approximately 8km from the central CBD. Sydney Airport is easily accessible by all modes of transport including car, train, taxi or bus.

Travel to the City

There are rail stations located at both the International and Domestic Terminals. Airport Link is a fast and convenient way to reach the centre of Sydney. Trains run approximately every 10 minutes and the journey into the city takes only 13 minutes. The international and domestic rail stations link directly to the City Circle which means most city destinations are within a short walk of stations.For more information on fares, maps and travel planners visit the Airport Link website or phone +61 2 8337 8417.

Join the Partner Program and see Sydney

• Monday:

Pre Conference Tour of NSW Art Gallery and Botanic Gardens walk to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. The Art Gallery of New South Wales is the leading museum of art in New South Wales and Sydney, and one of Australia’s foremost cultural institutions.
Back to the SMC for the Cocktail reception function.

• Tuesday:

A visit to the Sydney Aquarium, followed by a Cruise of Sydney Harbour with a delicious Seafood lunch. After the cruise a visit to Sydney Wildlife World, followed by free shopping time. Sydney Aquarium is a must-see, and one of the best things to do in Sydney. Walk under water and explore Australia’s rich and
diverse aquatic life and habitats. Sydney Harbour Cruise aboard Sydney’s flagship MV Sydney
2000. Enjoy stunning harbour views a comprehensive commentary and a delicious seafood buffet lunch.
Wednesday:
Opera House tour at Circular Quay, then to the Sydney Harbour Bridge for a view of the Harbour at Pylon Lookout. A visit to the Rocks, Susannah Place Museum and Kendall Place discovery museum.
Back to your hotel to rest up for the Gala Dinner.

• Thursday:

Sydney Tower Lookout, then to the Town Hall to visit the Queen Victoria Building followed by a Darling Harbour Sightseeing Cruise. Centre Point Tower viewing deck takes you 250 metres above Sydney, commanding breathtaking views over one of the most beautiful cities in the world, including the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Back to the SMC for the Farewell function.

After Conference attractions:

· Harbour Cruises

· Museum of Contemporary Art

· Museum of Sydney

· The Sydney Explorer Bus

The bright red Sydney Explorer buses take you to Sydney sightseeing attractions all over the city on a designated route. This is a hop-on, hop-off service on one ticket. There is also a Bondi Explorer bus, which is painted blue and takes in some of Sydney’s best-known beaches. You can buy tickets at the Sydney Visitor Centre, the Sydney Ferries ticket office at Circular Quay or on the bus itself. A one day combined ticket for both buses is A$39.

Check out the following links for further information & explore Sydney

Sydney Guide - http://www.sydneyguide.net.au/
Visitors Guide - http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/

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