Statement of Corporate Intent
The ARA’s Statement of Corporate Intent 2019 – 2024 provides the strategic direction and identifies ARA priorities to ensure the ARA delivers for members.
ARA PURPOSE:
Creating vibrant cities, thriving regions and a stronger nation.
ARA STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE:
Facilitating the growth and capability of the rail industry while collectively adding to the social, economic and competitive fabric of Australia and New Zealand through:
- Freight rail, as the backbone of the nation’s supply chain, connecting to domestic and international markets,
- Passenger rail, as the spine of multi-modal travel, connecting people within cities and to regions,
- Suppliers, manufacturers and consultants capitalising on the opportunities to engage and deliver, and
- Contractors, underpinning rail infrastructure.
All benefiting from a diverse, capable, well trained workforce.
ARA STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
- Safety: continued improvements and regulatory reform
- Policy: advocate consistent policies for our national industry
- Workforce: a diverse, capable, well trained workforce
- Future: ensuring rail continues to provide the backbone of transport networks
- Members: supporting industry needs through targeted and responsive engagement