EP08: Michael Van Drogenbroek, The Future Of Rail In New Zealand

What future does New Zealand's railways have?

In this episode of the Future Proof Podcast, we talk with Michael Van Drogenbroek.

Michael is one of NZ’s own leading experts in our rail industry, having served in executive positions across both public and private rail organisations. He’s a strategic thinker, leader, commentator and a sought-after advisor to the rail, freight and public transport sectors, with international experience spanning NZ, Australia and the Middle East.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Michael's career journey, and how he got started in the railways at 17!
• The current state of rail in New Zealand.
• NZ's elephant in the room of cost blowouts and funding.
• What solutions we could employ to address our rail challenges.
• Why New Zealand needs a long-term national strategy on passenger rail.
• Where strategic rail investments such as the 'Golden Triangle' make sense for NZ, and the benefits for our communities.  

You can checkout Michael's work on his website here - https://www.heriot-edievale.com/

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