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Ain Beruldsen
Group Manager, Data and Analytics
AusNet 
Ausnet
Andre Klopper
Andre Klopper
National Facilities Manager
Healthscope
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Andrew Mehr
Technical Director, Data and Analytics
Mott MacDonald 
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Anna Bascon Headshot
Anna Bascon
Senior Project Officer, Strategic Asset Management
Victorian Department of Health 
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Bassem Assad
Bassem Assad
Senior Digital Engineering Lead
Victoria Department of Transport and Planning 
Vic Transport
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Brett Buhagiar
Digital Engineering Operations Lead
WSP
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Brian Atkin
Brian Atkin
Manager, Digital Engineering Office
Powerlink Queensland   
Powerlink Queensland
Corey Jones-Viegas
Corey Jones-Viegas
BIM Manager
WT Partnership 
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Dan Jenkins
Dan Jenkins
Director
Future Asset Management 
Daniel Kalnins
Daniel Kalnins
Ops Director and Co-Founder
Salix 
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Dominic Martens
Dominic Martens
Digital Engineering Manager
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Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Dr Hema Wadhwa
Associate, Asset Management and Performance
Aurecon
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Rowan Braham-1
Dr Rowan Braham
Principal Engineer, Artificial Intelligence
Laing O’Rourke 
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Vahid Mousavi
Dr Vahid Mousavi
Researcher
Western Sydney University 
Western Sydney University
Eric Bugeja
Eric Bugeja
Chairperson of the Board
buildingSMART Australasia  
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Gina Pavlovic
Gina Pavlovic
Head of Sustainability
Endeavour Energy  
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Gopi Chattopadhyay
Associate Professor, Maintenance
and Reliability Engineering
Federation University 
Guillermo Aranguren
Guillermo Aranguren
Power Plant Engineer
Worley  
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Hani Arab
Hani Arab
Chief Information Officer
Seymour Whyte
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Jenny-Ratsep
Jenny Ratsep
Engineering Systems Leader
EnergyAustralia 
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Julian Watts
Julian Watts
Global Head of Asset Management
KPMG  
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Julie Jupp
Julie Jupp
Digital Engineering Education Program Director
University of Technology Sydney  
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Kerry London
Kerry London
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research
Torrens University  
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Kevin Kidd
Kevin Kidd
Group Digital Engineering Manager
WGA 
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Kimberley Morrison
Kimberley Morrison
Associate – Global Automation Leader
Aurecon  
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Kris Andrews
Kris Andrews
Lead – Asset Management Digital Transformation
Rio Tinto 
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Magnolia Garcia
Magnolia Garcia
Technical Solutions Executive
Autodesk
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Martin Boettcher
Martin Boettcher
Lead Asset Engineer – Asset Performance Engineering
Ventia 
Michael Penfold
Michael Penfold
Technical Solutions Executive - Construction 
Autodesk
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Nick Croukamp-1
Nick Croukamp
Senior Business Analyst
Daltix 
Daltix
Paul Morgan
Paul Morgan
Senior Technical Specialist, Digital Build & Data
Victorian Health Building Authority
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Maria Rashidi
Prof Maria Rashidi
Team Leader/Infrastructure Engineering and Digital Twins
Deputy Director/Urban Transformation Research Centre (UTRC) 

Western Sydney University 
Western Sydney University
Serryn Eagleson
Serryn Eagleson
Digital Advisory Lead
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Simon Lewis
Simon Lewis
Data Governance and Reporting Manager
Endeavour Energy 
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Sumit Oberoi
Sumit Oberoi
Senior Manager, Industry Strategy
Autodesk
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Kerry London

Kerry London

Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research
Torrens University  
Professor London is a trailblazer in construction management, becoming Australia’sfirst female Chair in the field. Before academia, she worked as an architect and projectmanager, delivering one of the NT Government’s first PPPs with the Jawoynpeople atNitmiluk. Her contributions span policy reform, strategic asset management, and over200 research publications, including the seminal bookConstruction Supply ChainEconomics. She has transformed research performance at institutions like Deakinandled the Australian National Housing Supply Chain Alliance. As Dean of WSU’s School ofBuilt Environment, she continues to shape the sector, earning accolades like an ARCDiscovery Grant and Fellow of the NSW Royal Society of Science.
Speaking at
Opening Remarks
14 May, 08:50
Opening comments from the Chair 
Kerry London
Speaker Speakers
Kerry London,
Brian Atkin

Brian Atkin

Manager, Digital Engineering Office
Powerlink Queensland   

Brian Atkin is a seasoned leader in digital transformation and innovation with a broad background in ICT, cybersecurity, and asset management. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Digital Engineering Office at Powerlink Queensland, focusing on digital asset management, spatial analytics, and IT strategy. Previously, he led major digital projects at the Queensland Government's Department of Justice and Attorney General, including the Justice Blockchain and Chatbot projects. He also led the award-winning Sortli app for young people in care and initiated the Kicbox solution for Child Protection. Brian has held senior roles in ICT strategy, architecture, and business transformation across multiple sectors.

Speaking at
14 May, 09:00
Operational readiness: preparing teams and systems for digital transformation
Brian Atkin
Speaker Speakers
Brian Atkin,
Dan Jenkins

Dan Jenkins

Director
Future Asset Management 
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
14 May, 09:30
Panel Discussion: What are the critical challenges facing asset digitalisation & how can they be overcome? 
Dan Jenkins
Bassem Assad
Ain Beruldsen Headshot
Brett Buhagiar headshot
Speaker Speakers
Dan Jenkins,
Bassem Assad,
Ain Beruldsen,
Brett Buhagiar,
Bassem Assad

Bassem Assad

Senior Digital Engineering Lead
Victoria Department of Transport and Planning 
Bassem Assad is a Senior Digital Engineering Lead at the Department of Transport and Planning, spearheading the digital transformation of Victoria's transport portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in digital engineering, BIM, and stakeholder engagement, he has held pivotal roles in both government and private sectors. Bassem specializes in implementing innovative workflows, digital strategies, and asset management systems. A sought-after speaker and tutor, he has shared his expertise at industry forums such as BiLT ANZ and RMIT. His leadership drives advancements in digital transformation and infrastructure efficiency.
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
14 May, 09:30
Panel Discussion: What are the critical challenges facing asset digitalisation & how can they be overcome? 
Dan Jenkins
Bassem Assad
Ain Beruldsen Headshot
Brett Buhagiar headshot
Speaker Speakers
Dan Jenkins,
Bassem Assad,
Ain Beruldsen,
Brett Buhagiar,
Ain Beruldsen Headshot

Ain Beruldsen

Group Manager, Data and Analytics
AusNet 

Ain Beruldsen is a leader with over a decade of experience driving innovation and operational excellence. As Group Manager, Data and Analytics at AusNet, Ain develops advanced data products and implements enterprise data governance to unlock business value. Previously, Ain led the creation of a generative AI asset management advisor and optimized investment and quality frameworks across critical infrastructure networks. With expertise spanning operational performance, spatial intelligence, and lifecycle asset management, Ain is known for blending strategic vision, data-driven insights, and technical proficiency to enhance asset performance and deliver impactful business solutions.

Speaking at
Panel Discussion
14 May, 09:30
Panel Discussion: What are the critical challenges facing asset digitalisation & how can they be overcome? 
Dan Jenkins
Bassem Assad
Ain Beruldsen Headshot
Brett Buhagiar headshot
Speaker Speakers
Dan Jenkins,
Bassem Assad,
Ain Beruldsen,
Brett Buhagiar,
Brett Buhagiar headshot

Brett Buhagiar

Digital Engineering Operations Lead
WSP

Brett Buhagiar is the Digital Engineering Operations Lead at WSP in Australia, where he has been instrumental in driving digital transformation within the engineering sector. With over a decade of experience, Brett previously held roles at Laing O’Rourke, including Senior Digital Engineer and Digital Engineer, where he led key projects in Adelaide and Sydney. His expertise spans across digital engineering, design coordination, and mechanical engineering, starting his career as an Undergraduate Engineer at BHP Billiton. Brett’s deep technical skills and leadership in digital engineering continue to drive innovation and operational efficiency in the construction and infrastructure industries.

Speaking at
Panel Discussion
14 May, 09:30
Panel Discussion: What are the critical challenges facing asset digitalisation & how can they be overcome? 
Dan Jenkins
Bassem Assad
Ain Beruldsen Headshot
Brett Buhagiar headshot
Speaker Speakers
Dan Jenkins,
Bassem Assad,
Ain Beruldsen,
Brett Buhagiar,
Michael Penfold

Michael Penfold

Technical Solutions Executive - Construction 
Autodesk
Speaking at
Partner Presentation
14 May, 10:20
Autodesk presentation
Michael Penfold
Magnolia Garcia
Speaker Speakers
Michael Penfold,
Magnolia Garcia,
Magnolia Garcia

Magnolia Garcia

Technical Solutions Executive
Autodesk
Speaking at
Partner Presentation
14 May, 10:20
Autodesk presentation
Michael Penfold
Magnolia Garcia
Speaker Speakers
Michael Penfold,
Magnolia Garcia,
Nick Croukamp-1

Nick Croukamp

Senior Business Analyst
Daltix 

Nick Croukamp is a Senior Business Analyst at BHP, passionate about optimizing technology investments to align with business processes. He specializes in delivering robust solutions that foster business growth while adapting to inevitable changes. With a focus on stakeholder engagement, he has led projects like BHP's Learning Experience Platform and gender pay gap application improvements. Nick brings extensive experience from leadership roles at Daltix.co, Tango, and various organizations, including Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and Essential Energy, with a focus on IT strategy, business transformation, requirements gathering, and market solution evaluations.

Speaking at
14 May, 11:10
Choosing the right digital solutions: selecting software to suit your needs
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Speaker Speakers
Nick Croukamp,
Hani Arab

Hani Arab

Chief Information Officer
Seymour Whyte

Hani Arab is a visionary leader reimagining the role of technology in driving business transformation. With a career spanning over 25 years, Hani is passionate about blending innovation with purpose, fostering a culture of collaboration and forward-thinking within ICT. He has vast experience in IT leadership across construction, asset management, and technology sectors, Hani specializes in aligning ICT strategies with business goals, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering customer-focused service cultures. From pioneering digital platforms to championing seamless integration and sustainability, Hani’s leadership inspires organizations to embrace the future with confidence and creativity. At the heart of his approach lies a commitment to building stronger connections between people, technology, and progress.

Speaking at
14 May, 11:40
Weighing options: making the right call on internal vs third-party digitalisation solutions
Hani Arab
Speaker Speakers
Hani Arab,
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Anna Bascon

Senior Project Officer, Strategic Asset Management
Victorian Department of Health 
Anna Bascon is a Senior Project Officer at the Victorian Department of Health, specializing in asset performance and compliance. With over a decade of experience across health, commercial, and education sectors, she brings expertise in project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Anna has held roles at the Victorian Health Building Authority, AECOM, and IBM, where she excelled in developing project strategies, managing deliverables, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Her leadership in quality, safety, and strategic planning has consistently delivered impactful results in complex environments.
Speaking at
14 May, 12:10
Connecting asset digitalisation with business goals
Anna Bascon Headshot
Speaker Speakers
Anna Bascon,
Gina Pavlovic

Gina Pavlovic

Head of Sustainability
Endeavour Energy  

Gina is an accomplished senior leader, with a proven track record in driving sustainable operations. As Head of Sustainability, Gina created Endeavour Energy’s inaugural Sustainability Strategy, and is responsible for embedding it across the organisation, as it evolves from a traditional poles and wires operator to a smarter, cleaner, affordable and more energy efficient system, with clear commitments and pathways to creating sustainable value for people, planet and communities. 

She played an integral role in securing Endeavour Energy’s landmark Sustainability Linked Loan, and is the driving force behind achieving a 5 Star rating in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark for the past three consecutive years. Prior to Endeavour Energy, Gina worked in large Community Service and Infrastructure Businesses, including City of Sydney, WaterNSW, and John Holland. 

Speaking at
14 May, 12:30
Leveraging sustainable assets and sustainability reporting with digital solutions
Gina Pavlovic
Speaker Speakers
Gina Pavlovic,
Andre Klopper

Andre Klopper

National Facilities Manager
Healthscope

Andre Klopper is an accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in facilities management, strategic operations, and property services. As National Facilities Manager at Healthscope, Andre oversees complex portfolios, driving compliance, safety, and operational excellence across healthcare facilities in Australia.

Previously, he managed portfolios comprising over 340 properties delivering innovative solutions in predictive maintenance, capital programming, and technical assurance. Andre’s expertise extends to implementing best practices in digitalisation, sustainability, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring seamless integration of technology and operational efficiency. His global experience reflects a strong commitment to transforming asset management through innovative strategies.

Speaking at
14 May, 14:00
Metrics that matter: measuring success in the asset digitalisation process 
Andre Klopper
Speaker Speakers
Andre Klopper,
Kimberley Morrison

Kimberley Morrison

Associate – Global Automation Leader
Aurecon  

Kimberley Morrison is renowned for her leadership in digital transformation. Her automation and digital transformation expertise has streamlined workflows, enhancing operational efficiency, amplifying human expertise and significantly reducing delivery costs.

She led the Strategic Automation Program at Aurecon, launched in July 2022, which delivered automation solutions saving 250,000 hours of time from our skilled people and $18 million in delivery costs. Her prior role focused on delivering world-class intranets and digital workplace which led to winning a Nielsen Norman award for best intranet design at The Estee Lauder Companies, highlighting her skill and expertise in designing digital solutions that transforms organisation communications and collaboration.

Speaking at
14 May, 14:30
Strategically prioritising your digitalisation projects
Kimberley Morrison
Speaker Speakers
Kimberley Morrison,
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Andrew Mehr

Technical Director, Data and Analytics
Mott MacDonald 

Andrew is an innovative leader with 20+ years of experience in project delivery, information management, and strategic business change has demonstrated expertise in leading successful data, business intelligence, and information exchange initiatives and teams. His passion for streamlining workflows, automating processes, and standardising output drive innovative solutions that target organisational strategies with a strong focus on partnering with Project Management Offices (PMO) and cross-functional teams.

Speaking at
14 May, 15:00
Collecting, interpreting & presenting data to uncover valuable insights & vision  
Andrew Mehr Headshot-1
Speaker Speakers
Andrew Mehr,
Dominic Martens

Dominic Martens

Digital Engineering Manager
Icon  

Dominic Martens is a Digital Engineering Manager at Icon, with a passion for BIM, DE, AI, and best practices. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Dominic has held key leadership roles in several prominent companies, including Silver Thomas Hanley, UNIFI Labs, John Wardle Architects (JWA), and Hassell's global studio network. Previously at John Holland, Dominic leads a team of BIM Coordinators, overseeing the development and implementation of digital technologies to enhance business operations and user experience. In his previous roles, Dominic worked alongside highly skilled BIM managers, coordinators, project managers, and technology specialists to shape the future of BIM best practices and utilization in the industry.

Speaking at
14 May, 16:00
Automating & streamlining data flow: transforming insights into action   
Dominic Martens
Speaker Speakers
Dominic Martens,
Serryn Eagleson

Serryn Eagleson

Digital Advisory Lead
Arup

Serryn Eagleson (PhD) GAICD has over 20 years of experience in spatial data management, planning, technology, and investment. Before joining ARUP, she was the Planning and Spatial Infrastructures Lead at FrontierSI. In 2009, Serryn co-founded EdgRESEARCH Pty Ltd, providing evidence-based solutions for demographics, geobusiness, and spatial analysis. EdgRESEARCH was a finalist in the 2012 Telstra Business Awards. In 2004, she developed the Mesh Block design, a key advancement in spatial and demographic data integration across Australia. Her work earned her a prestigious Victorian Fellowship, acknowledging her contributions to data alignment and planning.

Speaking at
14 May, 16:30
Ensuring data quality & relevance in a data-rich environment 
Serryn Eagleson
Speaker Speakers
Serryn Eagleson,
Maria Rashidi

Prof Maria Rashidi

Team Leader/Infrastructure Engineering and Digital Twins
Deputy Director/Urban Transformation Research Centre (UTRC) 

Western Sydney University 

Maria Rashidi is an Associate Professor at Western Sydney University with over 15 years of experience in design, construction, and asset management. Her expertise spans civil engineering, structural health monitoring, remote sensing, digital twinning, and energy harvesting. 

She has led extensive research in asset monitoring and digitalisation, publishing over 130 scholarly works and earning multiple accolades, including Researcher of the Year (2021, 2022, 2023) and the Western Ventures Impact Prize (2023). 

Currently, she serves as Deputy Director of UTRC and leads the Structural Engineering and Health Monitoring (SAHM) team at CIE, managing various research and consulting projects. 

Speaking at
Opening Remarks
15 May, 08:50
Opening comments from the Chair 
Maria Rashidi
Speaker Speakers
Prof Maria Rashidi,
Kevin Kidd

Kevin Kidd

Group Digital Engineering Manager
WGA 

Kevin is a seasoned digital leader with a rich background in engineering design and digital transformation. Currently serving as Group Digital Engineering Manager at Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec (WGA), Kevin specializes in developing and implementing innovative digital strategies that enhance efficiency and foster collaboration. With over two decades of experience across diverse industries, he has a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies, and driving organizational success. A PMP-certified professional, Kevin’s expertise spans BIM, GIS, and SIM, and he is committed to staying at the forefront of digital innovation to deliver impactful, forward-thinking solutions.

Speaking at
Keynote
15 May, 09:00
Mastering digital twins: best practices for building robust digital models 
Kevin Kidd
Speaker Speakers
Kevin Kidd,
Kris Andrews

Kris Andrews

Lead – Asset Management Digital Transformation
Rio Tinto 

Kris Andrews is a seasoned leader in asset management and digital transformation, currently serving as Lead for Asset Management Digital Transformation at Rio Tinto. With over 14 years of experience in mining and asset management, Kris has excelled in roles spanning reliability engineering, maintenance excellence, and project management.

At Rio Tinto, Kris has driven innovation in predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, and digital tools for asset reliability. His expertise includes leading large teams, managing complex budgets, and implementing strategic maintenance programs to optimize operations.

Kris's career highlights also include overseeing Rio Tinto’s divestment of Bengalla Mine and spearheading advancements in non-destructive testing, asset health, and reliability-centered maintenance, making him a thought leader in the field.

 

Speaking at
15 May, 09:30
Optimising asset management through predictive and proactive maintenance
Kris Andrews
Speaker Speakers
Kris Andrews,
Rowan Braham-1

Dr Rowan Braham

Principal Engineer, Artificial Intelligence
Laing O’Rourke 

Dr Braham is an innovation leader with over ten years of experience delivering emerging and disruptive technology into the construction industry. As the Predictive Analytics and AI Lead in Laing O'Rourke's Technology and Innovation team, he currently focuses on developing a transformative organisational AI/machine learning strategy and operational implementation of predictive analytics. Dr Braham also works at an executive level to test product value cases and implement commercial initiatives for new concepts and innovations. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Sydney. Dr Braham is regularly invited to give lectures on innovation, technology, and culture at top-tier universities in Sydney and at technology conferences. 

Speaking at
15 May, 10:00
Maximising the expanding role of AI in improving asset digitalisation and asset management
Rowan Braham-1
Speaker Speakers
Dr Rowan Braham,
Paul Morgan

Paul Morgan

Senior Technical Specialist, Digital Build & Data
Victorian Health Building Authority
Paul leads VHBA’s Digital Build & Data program, whose mission is to Deliver Victorian Health Infrastructure through Digital Build & Data: Empowering People, Streamlining Processes, and Leveraging Technology. His team is responsible for developing and managing the VHBA’s Digital Engineering and BIM strategy, in response to the Victorian Digital Asset Policy and the Department of Health’s asset information needs. With over nearly a decade of experience in BIM and Digital Engineering roles within architecture and construction, Paul is uniquely positioned to understand industry capabilities, client’s needs, and technological opportunities. His extensive hands-on experience in major infrastructure projects is reflected in the holistic approach to defining VHBA’s Digital Build & Data information requirements and technology stack to derive evidence-based decisions. Paul also chairs the Australasian Health Infrastructure Alliance (AHIA) BIM-Subgroup, leading efforts to improve digital maturity and consistency across Australian and New Zealand health jurisdictions.
Speaking at
Case Study
15 May, 11:00
Case Study: Simplifying asset information for effective project handover  
Paul Morgan
Speaker Speakers
Paul Morgan,
Vahid Mousavi

Dr Vahid Mousavi

Researcher
Western Sydney University 

Dr. Vahid Mousavi is a Researcher at the Center for Infrastructure Engineering (CIE) at Western Sydney University with a strong background in Geomatics Engineering. His research focuses on advancing structural health monitoring and management of bridges and other civil infrastructure assets, specifically through the integration of digital twining technologies, machine learning, laser scanning, precise measurement and 3D reconstruction using drone photogrammetry. His research contributions in these areas have been published in top Q1 journals within the field. 

Through the integration of advanced digital technologies and artificial intelligence, he has developed practical solutions for the bridge health monitoring and Decision Support Systems (DSS) to enhance infrastructure monitoring and asset management strategies. Dr Mousavi is also a member of the Structural Engineering and Health Monitoring (SAHM) team at Western Sydney University and has been involved in several research and consulting projects. 

Speaking at
Case Study
15 May, 11:30
Case Study: The Evolving Role of Digital Twins in Bridge Management
Vahid Mousavi
Speaker Speakers
Dr Vahid Mousavi,
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Gopi Chattopadhyay

Associate Professor, Maintenance
and Reliability Engineering
Federation University 
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 12:00
Panel Discussion: How can organisations drive cross-disciplinary collaboration to make the most of asset digitalisation initiatives? 
Gopi C Headshot
Simon Lewis
Guillermo Aranguren
Julian Watts
Speaker Speakers
Gopi Chattopadhyay,
Simon Lewis,
Guillermo Aranguren,
Julian Watts ,
Simon Lewis

Simon Lewis

Data Governance and Reporting Manager
Endeavour Energy 

Simon Lewis is a dynamic leader with a fervent passion for leveraging data and analytics to drive organizational value. His expertise shines through in his successful delivery of a large-scale digital transformation project at Endeavour Energy, where he significantly uplifted capabilities and achieved remarkable value for the organization. With a background as an Electrical Engineer, Simon applies a process-oriented mindset to ensure that engagement translates into tangible outcomes. Beyond his professional achievements, Simon is an avid sports enthusiast, with a particular love for cricket, and cherishes quality time with his family.

 

Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 12:00
Panel Discussion: How can organisations drive cross-disciplinary collaboration to make the most of asset digitalisation initiatives? 
Gopi C Headshot
Simon Lewis
Guillermo Aranguren
Julian Watts
Speaker Speakers
Gopi Chattopadhyay,
Simon Lewis,
Guillermo Aranguren,
Julian Watts ,
Guillermo Aranguren

Guillermo Aranguren

Power Plant Engineer
Worley  
Guillermo is the Lead of Engineering & Asset Management for Worley Power Services. Managing the co-generation power plants within Hospital Energy Services securing the thermal & electrical energy supply for six public hospitals in Melbourne. Furthermore, he supports Thermal & Renewable facilities thought the Worley’s O&M portfolio throughout Australia. Prior to Worley, he accrued 14 years of international experience as Senior Engineer and Team Leader for Energy and Oil & Gas projects in Australia, Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. With a background in Mechanical Engineering and a business degree from Melbourne University, he continues his passion for languages and his young family.
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 12:00
Panel Discussion: How can organisations drive cross-disciplinary collaboration to make the most of asset digitalisation initiatives? 
Gopi C Headshot
Simon Lewis
Guillermo Aranguren
Julian Watts
Speaker Speakers
Gopi Chattopadhyay,
Simon Lewis,
Guillermo Aranguren,
Julian Watts ,
Julian Watts

Julian Watts

Global Head of Asset Management
KPMG  

Julian Watts is a Partner at KPMG’s Infrastructure, Assets & Places division and the Global Head of Asset Management. Leading the Victorian practice of Engineering &Asset Management, Julian is passionate about infrastructure asset management and digital twins. He has extensive experience working with complex infrastructure owners and operators worldwide, including Transport for London, Network Rail, and Sydney Trains. A senior figurehead in the industry, Julian has held leadership roles with the Asset Management Council, Institute of Asset Management, and ISO committees. He also co-chairs the Smart Cities Council’s Digital Twin Task Force and is an advocate for industry collaboration.

Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 12:00
Panel Discussion: How can organisations drive cross-disciplinary collaboration to make the most of asset digitalisation initiatives? 
Gopi C Headshot
Simon Lewis
Guillermo Aranguren
Julian Watts
Speaker Speakers
Gopi Chattopadhyay,
Simon Lewis,
Guillermo Aranguren,
Julian Watts ,
Eric Bugeja

Eric Bugeja

Chairperson of the Board
buildingSMART Australasia  

Eric has a passion for implementing innovation and technology in a practical way to improve the way people work and live.

Eric's broad background, ranging from: Manufacturing Automation, Start-up advisor, Design manager on multidisciplinary projects, Project director on rail infrastructure projects and Group Manager of a multidisciplinary Architecture and engineering team, provides him with a unique perspective of the opportunities available through the application of technology across various sectors. Harnessing technology to promote collaboration, improve efficiency of design, speed up construction and improve Asset operation and maintenance.

Speaking at
15 May, 13:40
Digital-ready engineers: overcoming challenges and building new capabilities
Eric Bugeja
Speaker Speakers
Eric Bugeja,
Julie Jupp

Julie Jupp

Digital Engineering Education Program Director
University of Technology Sydney  

Deputy Director of Teaching and Learning Engagement at UTS, Julie Jupp is an Associate Professor and international leader in Digital Engineering and Building Information Modelling. Julie specialises in digital design and construction and through-life data and information management.

Julie's funded research and teaching projects focus on the digitalisation of planning, delivery and maintenance processes supporting infrastructure and facility assets. Julie leads an interdisciplinary team to deliver innovative digital engineering (DE) research and teaching programs. She is currently leading a collaborative DE Education program funded by the Commonwealth Government and Transport for New South Wales working in partnership with government and industry experts on the co-design and co-delivery of DE microcredentials.

Speaking at
15 May, 14:10
Building digital skills: ensuring technological literacy across your workforce
Julie Jupp
Speaker Speakers
Julie Jupp,
Corey Jones-Viegas

Corey Jones-Viegas

BIM Manager
WT Partnership 

Corey Jones-Viegas is WT Australia’s BIM Manager, bringing over five years of BIM and Digital Engineering experience from roles across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Corey specialises in integrating digital workflows into traditional quantity surveying, asset management, and design coordination activities to enhance their execution. His expertise spans diverse projects, focusing on MEPF systems design, cost management, and stakeholder collaboration. A passionate advocate for innovation, Corey leverages cutting-edge technologies to enhance project efficiency and outcomes. Dedicated to shaping the future of digital construction, he actively mentors emerging professionals and drives the adoption of smarter, more cost-effective building solutions.

Speaking at
15 May, 15:20
The future of digitalisation in asset management
Corey Jones-Viegas
Speaker Speakers
Corey Jones-Viegas,
Martin Boettcher

Martin Boettcher

Lead Asset Engineer – Asset Performance Engineering
Ventia 
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 15:50
Panel Discussion: What digitalisation strategies can organisations embrace to future-proof asset management for long-term success?
Martin Boettcher
Jenny-Ratsep
Daniel Kalnins
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Sumit Oberoi
Speaker Speakers
Martin Boettcher,
Jenny Ratsep,
Daniel Kalnins,
Dr Hema Wadhwa,
Sumit Oberoi,
Jenny-Ratsep

Jenny Ratsep

Engineering Systems Leader
EnergyAustralia 
Jenny is a chartered engineer with over 15 years’ experience in the power generation industry. She has primarily worked in Asset Management, starting at the coal face in various onsite roles before moving into the management systems space. She currently leads the Engineering Systems Team at EnergyAustralia, primarily focusing on Asset management and Process Safety.
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 15:50
Panel Discussion: What digitalisation strategies can organisations embrace to future-proof asset management for long-term success?
Martin Boettcher
Jenny-Ratsep
Daniel Kalnins
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Sumit Oberoi
Speaker Speakers
Martin Boettcher,
Jenny Ratsep,
Daniel Kalnins,
Dr Hema Wadhwa,
Sumit Oberoi,
Daniel Kalnins

Daniel Kalnins

Ops Director and Co-Founder
Salix 
Daniel is a world-renownedleader and pioneer of digital technology in construction.Asthe Operations Director and Co-Founder of Salix, Daniel oversees the company'soperating strategy and is responsible for execution of the business plan across people,processes, product and customers.With15+ years of experience in thesuccessful development and execution of digitalstrategies at the corporate and project level, Daniel is the 'go to' for customers seekingto operationalise digital technology as part of how they do business.Fromimplementing artificial intelligence to digital twin technology, Daniel has applied hisexperience from construction projects through to operations & maintenance phases ofthe world's largest buildings and infrastructure assets
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 15:50
Panel Discussion: What digitalisation strategies can organisations embrace to future-proof asset management for long-term success?
Martin Boettcher
Jenny-Ratsep
Daniel Kalnins
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Sumit Oberoi
Speaker Speakers
Martin Boettcher,
Jenny Ratsep,
Daniel Kalnins,
Dr Hema Wadhwa,
Sumit Oberoi,
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot

Dr Hema Wadhwa

Associate, Asset Management and Performance
Aurecon
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 15:50
Panel Discussion: What digitalisation strategies can organisations embrace to future-proof asset management for long-term success?
Martin Boettcher
Jenny-Ratsep
Daniel Kalnins
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Sumit Oberoi
Speaker Speakers
Martin Boettcher,
Jenny Ratsep,
Daniel Kalnins,
Dr Hema Wadhwa,
Sumit Oberoi,
Sumit Oberoi

Sumit Oberoi

Senior Manager, Industry Strategy
Autodesk
Speaking at
Panel Discussion
15 May, 15:50
Panel Discussion: What digitalisation strategies can organisations embrace to future-proof asset management for long-term success?
Martin Boettcher
Jenny-Ratsep
Daniel Kalnins
Dr Hema Wadhwa headshot
Sumit Oberoi
Speaker Speakers
Martin Boettcher,
Jenny Ratsep,
Daniel Kalnins,
Dr Hema Wadhwa,
Sumit Oberoi,

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