Learn how Europe’s mega-projects can ensure smooth construction-to-operations handovers, reduce operational risk, and protect long-term asset value.
Europe’s largest rail mega-projects face a critical challenge: ensuring that the wealth of data produced during construction is delivered accurately and efficiently to operations teams. Mismanaged handovers can lead to operational inefficiencies, increased OPEX and long-term asset risk.
This webinar brings together senior leaders from rail operators and project owners, alongside technology enablers, to discuss practical strategies for de-risking this handover. Panelists will share lessons from high-profile projects, highlight the role of modern BIM and Digital Twin workflows, and explore how contractual and operational practices can protect your investment from day one.
Key Learning Points:
- Mitigating the Data Gap: Understand how to prevent critical information loss when transitioning from construction to operations.
- Contractual and Process Excellence: Learn how to integrate handover requirements into procurement and project workflows.
- Digital Integration: Explore best practices for using BIM and Digital Twin concepts to support accurate operations handover.
- Reducing OPEX and Operational Risk: Discover actionable steps to ensure maintenance teams receive usable data from day one, minimising cost and downtime.
Interested? Register now to join us on 18th June!
SPEAKERS
Pontus Bengtson, Business Development Executive, Autodesk
With over 30 years of experience in infrastructure, Pontus Bengtson has worked across engineering, design, project management, and leadership. During his time at WSP, he held multiple leadership roles across regional, national, and international levels, including being part of the leadership team for the Infrastructure business in Sweden.
Today, Pontus is a Business Development Executive at Autodesk, focused on the AECO industry in the Nordics. He works closely with customers and industry stakeholders to drive digital transformation and improve how infrastructure projects are delivered.
Ateeq Ur Rahman, Digital Delivery & BIM Manager, Alstom
Senior BIM and Digital Delivery Manager with over 16 years of experience delivering multi‑billion‑dollar rail infrastructure programmes in Canada and the Middle East. Has led digital delivery from bid stage through design, construction, and asset handover on major rail projects, with a strong focus on data readiness for operations. Experienced in defining handover requirements, authoring BEPs, aligning contractual data deliverables, and closing the gap between construction models and operational usability to support long‑term asset performance and OPEX efficiency.
Urmas Alber, AIM Team Leader, Rail Baltica
Urmas Alber has led the Asset Information Management team at RB Rail AS since 2019. The team prepares asset data for operations phase by updating the ArcGIS asset register and importing information from design and construction phases using IFC models. Before Rail Baltica, Urmas spent 20 years developing and supporting the Archibus facilities management system. He is chairman of the Estonian CEN technical committee for facility management and a member of BIM and circular economy committees.
John Nolan, Wales and Western Regional Head of Asset Data Analysis, Network Rail
John has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Dublin Port Tunnel Project for Nishimatsu Construction Company, and also spent time in Australia working for KBR.
In the UK, John has worked across a variety of rail and tunnelling projects including the East London Line with URS Scott Wilson and Balfour Beatty Carillion JV, the Tottenham Court Road Station Upgrade with Halcrow, and Crossrail Ltd with the Arup Atkins JV, before joining Network Rail.
In his previous role as Programme Manager BIM for Network Rail Wales and Western Region, John developed the regional BIM strategy, Exchange Information Requirements, and Information Management Strategy, while leading implementation of One CDE for project delivery.
John has been at the forefront of promoting and implementing more efficient ways of working with BIM in the rail environment. As part of this journey, John moved into Asset Data Management where he now provides leadership and strategic vision for whole-lifecycle information management of Network Rail assets.
Is the webinar free?
Yes - there is no charge to watch the webinar, either live or on-demand.
When will the webinar take place?
The webinar takes place on 18th June at 3pm.
Can I watch the webinar later?
The webinar will be available to watch on-demand shortly after the live broadcast takes place.
What are the benefits of attending live?
During the live webinar, you will be able to pose questions to the speakers, which will then be answered during the live Q&A session at the end of the webinar.
How long will the webinar be?
The live webinar will last for up to one hour.
Who will be hosting?
Global Railway Review.
What do I need to watch this webinar?
All you need is a computer with an internet connection. It is advised to use headphones where possible for your own comfort.
