Transport Infrastructure in Russia

Highlights / Key Themes


  • Focus Day, 3rd June: SEMINAR on PROJECT FINANCING FOR TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT led by PAVEL BRUSSER, GAZPROMBANK
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  • REGULATORY DEBATE: WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE NEAR FUTURE?
  • What has resulted from co-operation between regulatory bodies and transport industry players? Regulatory officials and top managers of the leading transport companies will be invited to take part in this open discussion. They will debate the latest changes influencing the infrastructure sector, the effects of recent legislative decisions and will be outlining the most practical method for collaboration between the leading players and the authorities

  • ATTENTION: PPP – TIME FOR INNOVATION IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • What is the current situation regarding the portfolio of projects, both in active preparation and on the drawing board?

  • INTERVIEW WITH A LEADING INDUSTRY EXPERT:
  • we are currently inviting one of the sector’s leading representatives to participate in a live interview, to share his/her views on the current problems in the sector, and to evaluate industry development prospects in the near future, in an interactive and informative way.

  • SPECIAL FOCUS – CONNECTING RUSSIA’S REGIONS.
  • An overview of the projects already carried out plus those awaiting the final go-ahead in various regions of the Russian Federation, including – North-West, Kaliningrad and Far East regions.

  • INVESTOR THINK TANK: Is there still investor appetite for Russian infrastructure projects?
  • This think tank will feature trusted experts in the sector, representing the leading financial institutions and investment companies, who will discuss the current state of Russia transport infrastructure sector. The panel will analyse the current reform process and its effects on various segments of the sector, and evaluate key drivers and impediments to future investment climate development.

  • INTERACTIVE WORKING GROUP: on Strategies for Raising Capital for PPP Projects in Russia – Innovative Approaches to Sourcing Project Finance
  • This panel featuring top representatives of the leading companies in transport infrastructure sector in Russia, as well as leading financiers, banks and consultants. They will share their thoughts on the real opportunities and strategies for capital rising, and analyse what are the “pros” and “cons” of each method and how applicable are they (and for which projects) in the current financial climate?

  • SECTOR-SPECIFIC ROUNDTABLES (Railways, Roads, Airports, Ports)
  • on Railways, Roads, Airports and Ports Four round tables, dedicated to the main segments of transport infrastructure will offer an excellent opportunity to pursue a more focused discussion on transport infrastructure and in-depth analysis of the plans and prospects for each specific segment, as well as expand business contacts in an informal atmosphere

  • STRATEGIC FOCUS SESSION: Leaders of the Transport Services Market – strategies for the future
  • This session will present the strategies of the leading companies in the transport service sector – perspective on the future evolution on the market, prospects for partnership and cooperation, and how to increase the efficiency of collaboration in the future

  • ONLINE DELEGATE NETWORKING TOOL – EVENTSCOPE:
  • unlimited networking opportunities via a specially designed, secure, online networking tool. By using EVENTSCOPE you will be able to browse, search and contact other registered attendees before, during and after the Forum. So you can be sure you will meet all the people you want to at the Transport Infrastructure in Russia 2010!

Key speakers

Maxim Sokolov
Maxim Sokolov Director of the Department of Industry and Infrastructure Government of the Russian Federation
Yulia Zvorykina
Yulia Zvorykina Aide to the Minister Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation
Denis Travin
Denis Travin Director, Department of Investment Projects Ministry of Regional Development of the Russian Federation
Sergey Shishkarev
Sergey Shishkarev Chairman of the Committee for Transport State Duma of the Russian Federation
Sergey Kelbakh
Sergey Kelbakh First Deputy Chairman of the Board of Investment & Finance The State Company "Russian Highways"
Alexey Chichkanov
Alexey Chichkanov Committee for Investments and Strategic Projects Government of Saint-Petersburg
Joakim Forsberg
Joakim Forsberg Director, Head of Project & Capital Advisory, Russia & CIS, CIB - Global Banking Deutsche Bank
Alexey Bakirey
Alexey Bakirey Chairman, Committee for Transit-Transport Policy Government of Saint-Petersburg