The ARA Board has approved changes to the governance structure of the Rail Industry Executive Committee (RIEC) to enhance engagement and improve representation across various sized organisations within the rail supply chain.  

The ARA is also inviting eligible members to participate in the upcoming RIEC elections. Nominations are now open for senior executives (one representative per organisation) who have strategic vision and a commitment to enhancing the Rail Supply Chain in Australia and New Zealand.   

The RIEC, which represents suppliers, manufacturers, and consultants, plays a key role in advising the ARA on rail industry matters, developing work plans and implementing actions to support the growth of the rail manufacturing and supplier sectors.  

Key changes include: 

Reference Groups 

Two reference groups will be established to support RIEC and ensure all supply chain members are represented. These groups will meet approximately twice a year, or on an as needs basis. 

  • Large Suppliers Reference Group: Open to all ARA suppliers who hold ARA membership class 1, A or B. This group will elect seven representatives to the RIEC. 
  • SME Reference Group: Open to all ARA suppliers and consultant who hold ARA membership class C, D, E, associates, and academic. This group will elect five representatives to the RIEC (including a maximum of two consultants). 

 

RIEC Membership 

  • RIEC will consist of 12 senior leaders: seven from the Large Suppliers Reference Group and five from the Small to Medium sized Enterprise (SME) Reference Group. 
  • Membership will be determined by a confidential election held every two years. Noting it will be the organisation who will hold the position, not the individual. 
  • Members are elected for a minimum two-year term, and diversity is encouraged in the selection of representatives. 
  • The RIEC Chair will be chosen by RIEC members and will serve as the industry sector director on the ARA Board. 
  • The RIEC will meet four times a year. 

Working Groups 

  • The RIEC may establish working groups as needed to execute the Rail Supply Chain Strategy and other key activities. These working groups will be open to representatives from both large and SME suppliers. 

The revised RIEC and Reference Group Terms of Reference.

Call for Nominations 

We invite all eligible ARA members to participate in the upcoming RIEC elections. Nominations are now open for senior executives (one representative per organisation) who have strategic vision and a commitment to enhancing the Rail Supply Chain in Australia and New Zealand.   

To nominate please email [email protected] by Wednesday 9th October 2024 with your name, title, organisation, and a maximum 150-word summary of what you/your organisation can bring to the position. 

Voting will open on Monday 14th October via an online ballot and conclude Monday 28th October. RIEC members will be confirmed by Thursday 31st October 2024. 

The first meeting of RIEC will occur on the 19 November, whilst the two reference groups will meet the week commencing 2 December.