Thought leadership and education

Plenary session partner

ARA Member exclusive

ARA member $22,000

An ARA member exclusive! Become a plenary session partner and align your brand with thought-provoking discussions and influential speakers. This partnership offers a unique platform to showcase your support for the rail sector and foster valuable connections.   

Thought leadership and education

  • Naming rights to one plenary session in the official conference program    
  • Partner representative to participate in the plenary session either as a panellist or the facilitator of that session within the program   

Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:  

Pre-event

  • Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website   
  • Recognition in the conference 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 sponsorship  
  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Plenary Session Sponsor  

     

Post-event

  • Acknowledgement as Plenary Session Sponsor in thank you email  

Pre-event

  • Announcement of Plenary Partner status in dedicated email to ARA database  
  • Mentioned in LinkedIn posts as a sponsor   
  • 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  

Concurrent session stream partner

ARA Member exclusive

ARA member $9,000

An ARA member exclusive! Become a concurrent session partner and align your brand with thought-provoking discussions and topical content. This partnership offers a unique platform to showcase your support for the rail sector and foster valuable connections.   

Thought leadership and education

  • Naming rights to one concurrent session in the official conference program    
  • Partner representative to participate in concurrent session    

Pre-event

  • Prominent company logo and hyperlink on the AusRAIL website   
  • Recognition in the conference program  
  • Company logo in email marketing campaigns   
  • Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)  

On-site

  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Acknowledgement by MC in Opening and Closing sessions  
  • Company profile listed in the app and acknowledged as Concurrent Session Stream Sponsor   

Post-event

  • Acknowledgement as Concurrent Session Stream Sponsor in thank you email 
  • 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 presentation

ARA member $4,000
Non member $7,000

An opportunity for your organisation to host a presentation in the AusRAIL exhibition theatre, which will seat up to 100 people. The exhibition theatre will feature tracked attendance within a dedicated program that is promoted as part of the AusRAIL industry program.   

EXHIBITION BRAND BOOSTER

Thought leadership and education

One 30 minute exhibition theatre presentation   

  • Standard AusRAIL exhibition theatre stage set and audiovisual will be supplied  
  • Your organisation has the flexibility to design the presentation structure, content, and select speakers  
  • Delegate scanning at entry to theatre   

Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:  

Pre-event

  • Inclusion in the exhibition theatre program   
  • 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   

Post-event

  • Acknowledgement in thank you email  
  • GDPR compliant list of theatre attendees for the session   

Satellite workshop

ARA member $16,000
Non member $20,000

An opportunity to create and host a tailored on-site satellite workshop as part of AusRAIL 2026. This workshop allows direct engagement with attendees, providing a valuable platform for education, technical development, and networking. The workshop can accommodate 45-120 people in a flexible classroom or theatre style setup. Scheduled prior to the event, it adds an extra dimension of expertise and enhances the delegate experience.  

Thought leadership and education

Three-hour workshop slot, held at the conference venue  

  • Standard audiovisual will be supplied  
  • Morning or afternoon tea supplied for 50 guests (with option to upgrade from basic catering to something more bespoke)  
  • Partner organisation has the flexibility to design the workshop’s structure, content, and select speakers (workshop proposals and speakers subject to ARA approval)  
  • Delegate scanning at entry to the workshop  

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 the industry program   
  • Use of sponsorship status in your own marketing (digital asset pack provided)  

  On-site  

  • Signage around venue, acknowledging sponsorship   
  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Company profile listed in the app   

  Post-event  

  • Acknowledgement in thank you email  
  • GDPR compliant list of workshop attendees  

Young Rail Professional scholarship

ARA member $16,000
Non member $20,000

Opportunity to contribute towards the development of young rail professionals by sponsoring scholarships. These scholarships will be available for application to individuals under the age of 35 through an independent selection process. Your support will enable the attendance of five deserving individuals at AusRAIL 2026, empowering them to gain valuable insights and contribute to the rail industry.  

 Scholarship recipient entitlements: Conference attendance, exhibition access, a ticket to the Yellow Dinner, and a dedicated young rail professionals networking opportunity.   

  • Facilitated meet and greet between your representatives and the successful scholarship recipients at the conference.   

Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:  

  Pre-event   

  • Acknowledgement as a Young Rail Professional scholarship partner  
  • 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  

  • Signage around venue, acknowledging sponsorship   
  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Company profile listed in the app  

  Post-event  

  • Acknowledgement in thank you email 
  • Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event  

Women in Rail scholarship

ARA member $16,000
Non member $20,000

Empower the participation of women in the rail industry by sponsoring the Women in Rail scholarship program. This initiative aims to promote diversity and inclusivity within the event, fostering the professional growth and representation of women in rail.  

Scholarship recipient entitlements: Conference attendance, exhibition access, a ticket to the Yellow Dinner, and a ticket to the Women in Rail breakfast.   

  • Facilitated meet and greet between your representatives and the successful scholarship recipients at the conference.   

Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:  

Pre-event   

  • Acknowledgement as a Women in Rail scholarship partner  
  • 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  

  • Signage around venue, acknowledging sponsorship   
  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Company profile listed in the app  

Post-event  

  • Acknowledgement in thank you email 
  • Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event  

Regional and Remote scholarship

ARA member $16,000
Non member $20,000

Support inclusivity and accessibility by sponsoring the Regional and Remote scholarship program, by removing barriers for rural and remote professionals to attend AusRAIL 2026. This empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds to access equal opportunities and contribute to a more inclusive and diverse rail industry.  

Scholarship recipient entitlements: Conference attendance, exhibition access, a ticket to the Yellow Dinner, and a ticket to the Women in Rail breakfast.   

  • Facilitated meet and greet between your representatives and the successful scholarship recipients at the conference.   

Prominent positioning of your brand in line with partnership investment on the following:  

Pre-event   

  • Acknowledgement as a Regional and Remote scholarship partner  
  • 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  

  • Signage around venue, acknowledging sponsorship   
  • Company logo on AusRAIL session slides   
  • Company profile listed in the app  

Post-event  

  • Acknowledgement in thank you email  
  • Copy of the AusRAIL Impact Report post event