Stakeholders to Convene and Discuss Railway Safety Practices at Conference

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) will lead in promoting railway safety practices as it takes the spotlight at the International Rail Safety Council (IRSC) conference. As per SANews, this conference, a gathering of railway safety experts and practitioners known for its global influence, will feature several presentations by PRASA on the critical topic of railway safety. One of PRASA’s primary goals is to revitalise passenger rail services within the country.

The IRSC conference, held in Century City, Cape Town, from October 1st to 6th, 2023, carries the theme “Reshaping railways in an uncertain world.” PRASA has enthusiastically embraced its role as the primary sponsor of this significant event, and they are delighted to see the conference return to South Africa.

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Hishaam Emeran, PRASA’s Group CEO, expressed his confidence that the conference will inspire all attendees to redouble their efforts in prioritising railway safety. He stressed the importance of safer railways in maintaining this mode of transportation as one of the safest and most cost-effective options.

PRASA has been actively promoting a safety culture across its extensive rail network and operations through its Asiphephe campaign. By sponsoring this conference, PRASA aims to raise awareness within the industry and the general public about the paramount importance of railway safety. Additionally, they see this conference as an excellent opportunity to engage with industry leaders and professionals, fostering new partnerships that will contribute to the ongoing efforts to rebuild and revitalise the passenger rail network. This collaboration underscores PRASA’s unwavering commitment to enhancing railway safety practices for the benefit of all stakeholders.

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