Premium Partnership Opportunities
Headline and Yellow Dinner partner
ARA member $96,000
Non member $124,000
Our most sought-after partnership, this package gives the partnering organisation naming rights to the social highlight of the AusRAIL and AusRAIL PLUS calendar – the Yellow Dinner.
Networking
- Naming rights to the Yellow Dinner
- Exclusive invitation to the Premium Partners dinner on Monday 22 November 2026
Thought leadership and education
- Naming rights to one plenary session in the official conference program
- Opportunity to nominate a speaker for the panel during the chosen plenary session
- One 30-minute exhibition theatre presentation
Speaking opportunity
- Two-minute presentation during the Yellow Dinner by your nominated representative
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand:
Pre-event
- Headline Partner designation logo (this special logo can be used in your promotions and media)
- Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website
- Company logo in lead position on all marketing emails
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Your choice of branding and advertising options worth up to $15,000 from this prospectus
- Signage around venue, acknowledging Headline Partner status, including digital signage at the main stage for the duration of the conference
- Company logo on AusRAIL session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions and at the Yellow Dinner
- Acknowledgement as Plenary Session sponsor during chosen plenary session
- Promotion in the exhibition theatre program
- Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Headline Partner
At the Yellow Dinner
- Company logo and partnership acknowledgement on screens and menus on tables
- Verbal acknowledgement by MC
- Option to include a 30 second promotional video during (partner responsible for production costs)
- Option to provide a branded gift to all guests (partner to supply the gift)
Post-event
- Acknowledgement as Headline Partner in thank you email
Advertising and social media
Pre-event
- Announcement of Premier and Yellow Dinner partner status in dedicated email to ARA database
- Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a sponsor
Registration and social functions
- Ten (10) full conference registrations
- 30 Yellow Dinner tickets (these can be utilised as three VIP tables or two VIP tables with the remaining 10 VIPs allocated to the ARA VIP tables)
- Five (5) exhibition networking drinks tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event
Gold partner
Exclusive opportunity
ARA member $52,000
Non member $65,000
The Gold partner package puts delegate experience at the forefront. Customise this package to suit your marketing objectives – choose an experience that best aligns with your brand or ethos and choose branding and advertising opportunities that best complement your marketing needs.
Networking
Invitation to the exclusive Industry Dinner on Tuesday 22 November 2026
Experience
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:
Pre-event
- Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website
- Company logo in email marketing campaigns
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Your choice of branding and advertising options worth up to $7,500 from this prospectus
- Signage around venue, acknowledging Gold Partner status
- Company logo on AusRAIL session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions
- Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Gold partner
Post-event
- Acknowledgement as Gold partner in thank you email
Advertising and social media
Pre-event
- Announcement of Gold partner status in dedicated email to ARA database
- Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a partner
Registration and social functions
- Five (5) conference registrations
- Five (5) Yellow Dinner tickets
- Five (5) Exhibition networking drinks tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event
Women in Rail partner
Exclusive opportunity
ARA member $45,000
Non member $50,000
Elevate your brand by becoming the exclusive sponsor of the ticketed Women in Rail breakfast. This highly sought after event provides a platform for networking, celebrating achievements, and honouring women in the rail industry.
Networking
Naming rights to the ticketed Women in Rail Breakfast on Wednesday 23 November 2026:
- Up to 500 guests estimated in attendance
- Room hire, standard audiovisual (AV) and a set breakfast is included
- The partnering organisation is welcome to make recommendations on speakers / facilitators (final decision rests with the ARA)
Speaking opportunity
- The partnering organisation can speak for up to five minutes as part of the breakfast program
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:
Pre-event
- Company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website
- Promotion in social program
- Company logo in email marketing campaigns
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Partner logo and acknowledgement incorporated into the proceedings of the breakfast
- Signage around venue, acknowledging sponsorship status
- Company logo on AusRAIL session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions
- Company profile listed in the app
Post-event
- Acknowledgement in thank you email
Registration and social functions
- Two (2) reserved VIP tables at the breakfast
- 20 complimentary breakfast tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event
Bronze partner
ARA member $38,000
Non member $47,000
The Bronze Partner package puts delegate experience at the forefront, this package gives the partnering organisation naming rights to the Welcome Drinks.
Networking
- Welcoming more than 500 delegates to kick off the conference for full delegates and other ticket holders
- Exclusive invitation to the Premium Partners dinner on Monday 24 November 2025
Experience
Speaking opportunity
- Two-minute welcome address from the partnering organisation’s representation with the ARA CEO during the welcome drinks
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:
Pre-event
- Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL PLUS website
- Company logo in email marketing campaigns
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Three hour satellite workshop for 45-120 delegates
- Afternoon tea provided
- Signage around venue, acknowledging Bronze Partner status
- Company logo on AusRAIL PLUS session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions
- Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Bronze Partner
- Full page pop-out PDF advertisement in Conference App
Post event
- Acknowledgement as Bronze Partner in thank you email
Advertising and social media
Pre event
- Announcement of Bronze partner status in dedicated email to ARA database
- Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a sponsor
Registration and social functions
- Two conference registrations
- Three Yellow Dinner tickets
- Three exhibition networking drinks tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event
Exhibition theatre partner
Exclusive opportunity
ARA member $47,000
Non member $57,000
Be the exclusive AusRAIL Exhibition Theatre Partner and take centre stage within the exhibition. Elevate your brand with prominent visibility, captivating presentations, and networking opportunities. Showcase your industry expertise and connect with key players in the rail sector.
Networking
Exclusive invitation to the Premium Partners dinner on Monday 22 November 2026.
Thought leadership and education
- Naming rights to the exhibition theatre
- Four (4) 30-minute exhibition theatre presentation
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:
Pre-event
- Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website
- Promotion in the exhibition theatre program
- Company logo in email marketing campaigns
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Signage around venue, acknowledging Exhibition Theatre Partner status
- Company logo on AusRAIL session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions
- Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Exhibition Theatre Partner
Post-event
- Acknowledgement as Exhibition theatre partner in thank you email
Advertising and social media
Pre-event
- Announcement of Exhibition theatre partner status in dedicated email to ARA database
- Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a partner
Registration and social functions
- Three (3) conference registrations
- Three (3) Yellow Dinner tickets
- Three (3) exhibition networking drinks tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant list of theatre attendees for your hosted sessions
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event
Innovation partner
Exclusive opportunity
ARA member $70,000
Non member $88,000
Networking
Host of AusRAIL 2026 Welcome Drinks. A great icebreaker to kick off the conference for full delegates and other ticket holders. Held on-site at the conference venue, this event attracts approximately 500 people and promises to energise and connect participants right from the start.
Thought leadership and education
Thought leadership – Innovation plenary session
- Naming rights of the final plenary session of the conference
- Chairperson slot for the panel in final plenary session
- Opportunity to play video at the start of plenary session
- Opportunity to provide branded gifts to those attending plenary session
Branding
Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:
Pre-event
- Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website
- Promotion in the exhibition theatre program
- Company logo in email marketing campaigns
- Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)
On-site
- Signage around venue, acknowledging Innovation Partner status
- Company logo on AusRAIL session slides
- Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions
- Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Innovation Partner
Post-event
Acknowledgement as Innovation Partner in thank you email
Advertising and social media
Pre-event
- Announcement of Innovation Partner status in dedicated email to ARA database
- Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a sponsor
Registration and social functions
- Five (5) conference registrations
- Five (5) Yellow Dinner tickets
- Five (5) exhibition networking drinks tickets
Analytics
- GDPR compliant list of theatre attendees for your hosted sessions
- GDPR compliant delegate list (28 days prior, 14 days prior, and immediately post-conference). Pre-event lists do not include email address, however post event list will include email address for those who have opted in.
- Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event