Piers CONNOR, PhD
Rail systems are very complex and rely on a combination of vehicles, infrastructure, and efficient operations to ensure reliability and sustainability. Key components such as traction systems, train control, and signalling play a crucial role in safe and efficient train movement, while well-designed tracks, stations, and power systems support seamless operations.
Maintenance has always been a significant cost driver, the “invisible” guarantee for reliability and quality of service. Assets deteriorate over time, and if you do not maintain them, you will deteriorate your service, lose quality, lose customers, and in the end lose your assets.
Effective monitoring of performance and maintenance, powered by big data and digitalisation, enables predictive maintenance and minimises disruptions. Human resource management and competency development are essential for maintaining technical expertise, while energy efficiency strategies, such as regenerative braking and eco-driving, contribute to sustainable rail operations. By integrating technology, skilled workforce management, and innovative energy solutions, rail systems can enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall service quality.
What You Will Learn
- Understand the key components of rail vehicles and automation
- Explain the fundamentals of rail infrastructure, track, stations, power, signaling, and communication systems
- Explore how to monitor the performance of the operation and maintenance
- Learn about the implications of big data and digitalisation for maintenance
- Manage human resources and competences in maintenance
- Learn about how to increase energy efficiency in rail operations
Who is it for?
- Incumbent and new managers, supervisors, and coordinators from the following areas and departments: Maintenance, Fleet, Facilities, Operations, Planning, Finance
- Staff from public transport operators, authorities or the industry
- Professionals interested in obtaining a wider and international perspective on maintenance and asset management and eager to learn more from best practice worldwide
- The course welcomes junior and senior professionals worldwide
Programme
A Top Level Methodology
- Get inspired by our trainers, understand the main concepts, and learn from successful best practices
- Participate in interactive plenary sessions with introductions by course leaders, presentations by trainers and open discussions with participants
- Challenge your practical knowledge on maintenance and asset management
- Address the topic from an international perspective, enriched by different cultural approaches and points of views
- Participate in practical exercises and case studies
- Benefit from a unique exchange of knowledge and experience between professionals
UITP Training Programs and all related processes are certified for ISO 21001: 2018 – the standard for Educational organisations – Management systems for educational organisations.
Pricing
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Until 20 August
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From 20 August
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Groups
4 or more persons
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UITP Member |
€1,375 |
€1,850 |
€1,290 |
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Non Members |
€1,775 |
€2,450 |
€1,690 |
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€975 |
€1,375 |
€950 |
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€1,225 |
€1,700 |
€1,150 |
Trainers
All UITP trainers are top level transport and mobility professionals with extensive experience in public transport and operations from different regions of the world. In addition, UITP invites guest speakers to illustrate specific solutions, practices, and case studies.
Vefa ÖZBEY
Remziye TANRIVERMIS
Dr Feyzullah GÜNDOĞDU
Practical information
When and where?
From 1-3 October 2025 at Metro Istanbul Academy, Istanbul.
* 3-day Classroom training and technical visit.
All sessions will start at 9:00 am.
*UITP reserves the right to make amendments to the programme or any related activity at its discretion.
What material do I receive?
- Course materials (presentations and workshop documents) are made available to the participants
- Certificate of Attendance
How does it work?
- A 3-day classroom course with presentations, case studies by trainers, discussions with the audience, and workshops.
- Morning and afternoon sessions include coffee breaks and lunch breaks.
- The course will be conducted in English.
Hotel Suggestions
Crowne Plaza Harbiye 5* :
Bozkurt, Dolapdere Cd. No:161, 34375 Şişli/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 291 60 80
Kocatepe, Topçu Cd. No:2, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 313 50 00
Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Ottomare 5*:
Kazlıçeşme, Abay Cd No: 223, 34020 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 939 45 00
Radisson Hotel İstanbul Harbiye 4* :
Harbiye, Cumhuriyet Cd. No:46, 34367 Şişli/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 261 17 83
Novotel Zeytinburnu 4* :
Kazlıçeşme, Kennedy Cad. No:56, 34025 Zeytinburnu/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 414 36 00
Cvk Taksim Otel 4*:
Gümüşsuyu, Sıraselviler Cd. No:11, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 393 40 00
Taxim Hill Otel 4* :
Gümüşsuyu, Sıraselviler Cd. No:5, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul
T: +90 (0212) 334 85 00
The Venue
The training venue Istanbul Metro Academy Centre (at Yenikapi Hub Station) Aksaray Mahallesi, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Pasa Caddesi,
Yenikapi Metro Istasyonu Fatih/Istanbul
🗺️ How to Reach the Training Venue by Public Transport – Istanbul
We are delighted to welcome you to the UITP Training on Public Transport for Mega Events, hosted at Metro Akademi, Yenikapı – Istanbul. Please find below detailed directions to the venue, starting with airport arrivals:
✈️ From Istanbul Airport (IST)
You have two convenient options:
- By Metro (Recommended for Speed & Reliability)
- Take the M11 Metro Line from Istanbul Airport in the direction of Kağıthane.
- At Kağıthane Station, transfer to the M7 Line towards Mecidiyeköy.
- At Mecidiyeköy Station, transfer to the M2 Line towards Yenikapı.
- Get off at Yenikapı Metro Station. The venue (Metro Akademi) is just a 5-minute walk within the Metro Station
- Total travel time: approx. 65–75 minutes.
- By Airport Shuttle (Havaist)
- Take the Havaist Shuttle directly to Yenikapı.
- The shuttle stop is right next to Yenikapı Metro and Marmaray Stations, a short walk to the venue.
- Travel time: approx. 45–60 minutes, depending on traffic.
👉 A taxi from Istanbul Airport to Yenikapı takes about 40 minutes.
✈️ From Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)
You have two options:
- By Metro (Recommended)
- From Sabiha Gökçen Airport, take the M4 Metro Line towards Kadıköy.
- At Ayrılık Çeşmesi Station, transfer to the Marmaray Line.
- Take Marmaray towards Halkalı and get off at Yenikapı Marmaray Station.
- Follow the underground passage to Yenikapı Metro Station and walk to the venue (5 minutes) within the station.
- Total travel time: approx. 65–80 minutes.
- By Havabus Shuttle
- Take the Havabus Shuttle to Taksim.
- From Taksim Metro Station, take the M2 Line directly to Yenikapı.
- Exit at Yenikapı Station and walk a few minutes to the venue.
- Total travel time: approx. 70–90 minutes.
👉 A taxi from Sabiha Gökçen Airport takes about 60 minutes.
🚇 By Metro (Within Istanbul)
- M1A, M1B, and M2 Lines all connect to Yenikapı Metro Station.
- Follow signs for Metro İstanbul Genel Müdürlük / Metro Akademi once you arrive.
🚆 By Marmaray (From Asian Side)
- If coming from Üsküdar, Kadıköy, or Ayrılık Çeşmesi, take the Marmaray Line and get off at Yenikapı Station.
- Follow the underground passage to Yenikapı Metro and then to the venue.
🚌 By Bus
- Many IETT buses stop at Yenikapı Metro / Marmaray.
- From the bus stop, the venue is just a few minutes on foot.
We encourage all participants to use Istanbul’s integrated public transport system. Yenikapı is the city’s main transport hub, making it the easiest meeting point from anywhere in Istanbul.
Organisers
UITP Academy
