2015 NATIONAL

SOUTHERN AFRICAN BUS OPERATORS ASSOCIATION

2015 NATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION IMPORTANT NOTICE: Registrations close strictly at 16:00 on Thursday, 26 February 2015. No registrations or name changes will be accepted after this date and time. FIRST NAME AND SURNAME PLEASE: (Please print clearly – SABOA cannot take responsibility for incorrect nametags where registration forms are illegible.)

SOUTHERN AFRICAN BUS OPERATORS ASSOCIATION

CONFERENCE &EXHIBITION

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Early bird registration up to 31 January 2015

Registration fees after 31 January 2015

R 2 730-00

Fully paid-up SMME Members of SABOA (owning 10 buses or less)

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Non-Members of SABOA

R 3 100-00

310-00

R 2 900-00 R

330-00

R 3 300-00

PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE, IN FULL, BY DIRECT DEPOSIT BEFORE ANY ENROLMENT IS FINALISED. ACCOUNT DETAILS: Account Name: SABOA Current Acc No: 40-6872-5545

Bank: ABSA Bank, Ferndale Branch Code: 632-005

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please fax a copy of the deposit slip using your name/company name as a reference failure to provide these details by fax may result in us being unable to match your payment to your invoice. SABOA cannot be held responsible for the processing of registrations where insufficient information/proof of payment has been provided. Please complete this form and return it to SABOA, Postnet Suite 393, Private Bag X033, Rivonia, 2128 or Fax to (011) 511 0007. For further enquiries please contact Cynthia Sofika at Tel No. (011) 511 7641 or e-mail [email protected]. Please note that the conference fee will not be refunded unless notification of cancellation is received at least 7 days prior to the conference. A cancellation fee of 10% will be levied on all cancellations.

Wednesday

CSIR International Convention Centre

& Thursday

Meiring Naudé Road

4-5 March 2015

Brummeria Pretoria Platinum Sponsor

SOUTHERN AFRICAN BUS OPERATORS ASSOCIATION

2015 NATIONAL

DAY 1

WEDNESDAY, 4 MARCH 2015

08:30-09:40

REGISTRATION

09:40-12:00

PLENARY SESSION (DIAMOND ROOM)

PUBLIC TRANSPORT ISSUES AFFECTING THE BUS & COACH INDUSTRY

2

09:40-09:50

WELCOME, OPENING AND CONFERENCE ARRANGEMENTS Mr J van der Merwe, Gautrain Management Agency

09:50-10:00

WELCOMING ADDRESS BY PLATINUM SPONSOR Mr A du Sart, Aon

10:00-10:30

KEYNOTE ADDRESS Ms D Peters, Minister of Transport

10:30-12:00

CEO FORUM Open Discussion on Topical Issues in the Bus Industry Facilitator: Prof J Walters, University of Johannesburg

12:00-13:00

LUNCH (Sponsored by Ibiliti Underwriting Managers (Pty) Ltd)

13:00-15:00

PARALLEL SESSION A (DIAMOND ROOM)



LEGISLATIVE / POLICY



WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY

4-5 MARCH 2015

& 13:00-15:00

PARALLEL SESSION B (RUBY ROOM)



ROAD SAFETY

13:00-13:30

A Holistic Approach to Changing Driver Behaviour Mr J Vallint, Automobile Association, United Kingdom (to be confirmed)

13:30-14:10

Applying a Production Play to Change Driver Behaviour Mr K van Zyl, Karos Kambro

14:10-14:30

Establishing a Driver Training Academy for the Bus Industry Ms C Gauche, Putco

14:30-15:00

DISCUSSION

13:00-15:00

PARALLEL SESSION C (EMERALD ROOM)



Chairperson: Ms K Bell, Road Transport Management System

B-BBEE

Chairperson: Ms T Coopasamy, Golden Arrow Bus Services

13:00-13:40

Aligned Bus and Coach Sector BEE Charter Mr D Malherbe, Putco

13:40-14:20

Compliance Monitoring of B-BBEE Sector Charters (Speaker to be confirmed)

14:20-15:00

DISCUSSION

Chairperson: Mr T Murugan, South Coast Bus Service

15:00-15:30

TEA / COFFEE / REFRESHMENTS

13:00-13:40

Road Traffic Legislation Update Ms A Swanepoel, Alta Swanepoel & Associates

15:30-17:00

BUS AND COACH INDUSTRY COMMITTEE MEETINGS

13:40-14:05

National Land Transport Amendment Bill Mr H Patel, Department of Transport

14:05-14:30

National Treasury’s View on Funding for Future Public Transport Systems (Speaker to be confirmed)

14:30-15:00

DISCUSSION In the event of unforeseen circumstances, speakers may change.

 Operations Committee Chairperson: Mr F Meyer: Golden Arrow Bus Services 15:30-16:00 Availability and Price Trends of Fuel Over the Next 20 Years Mr N McHardy, Engen 16:00-16:30 Lessons Learnt in BRT Negotiations Ms L Seftel, City of Johannesburg 16:30-17:00 DISCUSSION In the event of unforeseen circumstances, speakers may change.

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 Technical Committee Chairperson: Mr R Overton, Golden Arrow Bus Services

10:30-11:30

TRANSFORMATION IN THE BUS INDUSTRY

15:30-16:30 On-line Maintenance Systems Mr R Overton, Golden Arrow Bus Services



- Mr S Gumbi, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport (20 minutes)



- Mr R Swartz, Gauteng Department of Transport (20 minutes)



- Mr K Reynecke, Western Cape Department of Transport (20 minutes)

11:30-12:00

OVERVIEW OF CONVENTIONAL COMMUTER BUS SERVICES VERSUS BRT BUS SERVICES IN SOUTH AFRICA



Mr P van Ryneveld, Hunter van Ryneveld (Pty) Ltd

16:30-17:00 DISCUSSION  Coach Operators Committee Chairperson: Ms S Le Roux, Coachman 15:30-16:00 Operational Readiness of the National Public Transport Regulator Ms N Mtshene, Department of Transport

12:00-12:30

A FUNDER’S PERSPECTIVE OF THE BUS INDUSTRY



Ms K Bell, Financial Specialist: Transport

12:30-13:00

DISCUSSION

17:00-18:00 VISIT EXHIBITION

13:00-14:00

LUNCH (Sponsored by MAN Truck & Bus (SA) (Pty) Ltd)

18:00-19:00 PRE-GALA DINNER DRINKS

14:00-15:00

DRAW FOR PRIZES & CLOSURE (Diamond Room)

19:00 GALA DINNER

15:00

COCKTAILS (The Deck) (Sponsored by Mercedes-Benz South Africa (Pty) Ltd)

16:00-16:30 Changing Trends in Charter and Tourist Transport (Speaker to be confirmed) 16:30-17:00 DISCUSSION

DAY 2

THURSDAY, 5 MARCH 2015

07:30-08:15 REGISTRATION 08:15-13:00

PLENARY SESSION (DIAMOND ROOM)

PUBLIC TRANSPORT ISSUES AFFECTING THE BUS & COACH INDUSTRY

4

08:15-08:30

WELCOME, OPENING AND CONFERENCE ARRANGEMENTS Mr J van der Merwe, Gautrain Management Agency

08:30-09:00

OVERVIEW OF THE BUS AND COACH INDUSTRY Prof J Walters, University of Johannesburg

09:00-09:30

INTEGRATED TRANSPORT PLAN DEVELOPMENTS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES VERSUS DEVELOPED COUNTRIES Ms P Froschauer, Namela Transport Strategists

09:30-10:00

DISCUSSION

10:00-10:30

TEA / COFFEE / REFRESHMENTS In the event of unforeseen circumstances, speakers may change.

In the event of unforeseen circumstances, speakers may change.

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Aon South Africa is a leading provider of risk management services, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and speciality insurance underwriting. The company employs more than 1500 professionals in its 17 offices in South Africa. Aon employs over 2000 people on the African continent. Aon South Africa’s head office is based in Sandton, Johannesburg. Aon South Africa and the Southern African Bus Operators Association (SABOA) have further extended their business relationship. Not only has Aon been the preferred insurance provider to SABOA and its members for 15 years, but Aon is also proud to be the main sponsors to the SABOA conference since 2013. Commercial transport companies around the world face a host of dynamic risk issues. Aon’s trucking and passenger transport risk management experts understand the complex legal and cultural issues that shape transportation companies or organisations strategies and approach to risk. Our experts focus on a wide range of issues, including loss forecasts, retentions service providers and public liability to provide clients with creative insurance solutions. Aon offers comprehensive insurance cover for commercial vehicles, light delivery vehicles, special type vehicles including tractors, fork lift trucks, commercial trailers and semi-trailers and busses. For more information go to www.aon.co.za, or contact our nearest office (011) 944 7000. Almex, in cooperation with the NDoT and the Standard Bank, developed the Muvo Card on the based on contactless cards from MasterCard. Durban citizens can now top them up with transport tickets and/or cash at charge stations. The Muvo Card is a portable prepaid current account. almex. optima bl – bus machine. almex. Mobile - hand-held machine. almex. station - self-service ticketing KIOSK: almex.office - web based back office Contact: Mr Fazal Ballim Email: [email protected] or see us at www.almextransport.com Busmark 2000 offers flexibility & diversity of products which are defined by our customer requirements. Busmark’s range of products includes 25 to 80 seater buses and brands like Optare and Caio. We also specialize in accident repairs, refurbishments and building of specialized vehicles e.g. Emergency vehicles, Outside broadcast vehicles, Mobile libraries, Overlanders and Game Viewing Vehicles. Ctrack is a leading telematics company and subsidiary of DigiCore Holdings, a JSE-listed company that provides its global client base with intelligent mobile asset-tracking and fleet management solutions. eBus Supplies specialises in sales and support of automated fare collection systems for public transport. These Systems include: Passenger Information Systems; Fleet Management and Vehicle Tracking Systems; Surveillance Systems; Bus Rapid Transport Systems, and Integrated Rapid Public Transport Networks Being the exclusive distributor to Parkeon-Wayfarer in South Africa, we provide Hardware and Software Support, Upgrading, Refurbishing and Consumables for Legacy Wayfarer Fare Collection Systems. Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tyre companies. It employs about 71000 people and manufactures its products in 53 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. 6

Ibiliti Underwriting Managers (Pty) Ltd - FSP 43404 - On a mission to transform traditionalism in passenger transport insurance, we are challenging the norm. We recognise the needs of the South African Bus Operator in practical terms with unwavering commitment to invent and continually improve on solutions for SABOA members which compete not only on price but on value, integrity, service and excellence with the end goal to empower members. As Irizar SA enters its 10th year in the Southern Africa region with more innovation and offering the latest in design and technology in body manufacturing, Irizar is set to lead the luxury coach segment moving forward. Our focus remains on innovation, safety and profitability and thus lighting the road forward. MAN Financial Services (S.A.) (Pty) Ltd (MFS) provides a “One Stop Shop” of integrated Finance & Comprehensive Insurance solution to large fleet owners and small to medium operators purchasing MAN / VW Commercial vehicles. Our Finance products include, Instalment Sale, Lease, Rental & Full Maintenance Lease and our Insurance products includes Comprehensive cover, Passenger Liability, Goods in Transit, Excess Reducers, etc. MFS primary objective is to create a long term and mutually viable partnership with our customers by providing tailor made solutions that can add value to their business. With our headquarters in Johannesburg, Gauteng, MFS’ service offering is supported by a team of Business Development Managers based in strategic regional MAN Dealerships throughout South Africa. MAN Financial Services is an Authorised Financial Services Provider (27399) & Registered Credit Provider (NCRCP64). Marcopolo South Africa is a bus body manufacturing company that strives in building buses that are tailored to our clients needs and preference. Marcopolo manufactures commuters, BRT, semiluxury and luxury bus bodies that includes Torino, Gran Viale, Viaggio 1050, Paradiso 1800 DD etc. We also offer warranty and 24/7 after-sales services. Max T Solutions supplies and services tyres for the bus, truck, OTR and Agri sectors through our national footprint. Our long-time expertise and formidable experience in tyre solutions truly goes the distance. Moreover, as a subsidiary of Bridgestone South Africa, the world’s largest tyre and rubber manufacturer, we’re able to access the best products, technology and support programme to ensure you’re never riding solo. MCV-South Africa was founded in 2007. Acquiring the famous De Haan’s bus factory in August was a major step to reach a new horizons for South Africa and Southern African region. MCV is a large corporation, employing more than 6000 workers, producing more than six thousand vehicles every year from their factories across the world. MCV is fully committed to South Africa and has shown this by investing into the real economy of the country at a level where it counts most. “Designed To Lead... Built To Last...” Mercedes-Benz Bus and Coach now have the most impressive bus product line up in the automotive industry. The ongoing development of our bus and coach technology has always been one of our most important priorities. Our primary interest is in people, and when it comes to comfort, safety and economy, we do everything we can to make our technology better, safer and more people-oriented than ever. 7

MiX Telematics is a leading global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions delivered as SaaS to customers in 112 countries. The company’s products and services provide enterprise fleets, small fleets and consumers with solutions for safety, efficiency and security. MiX Telematics operates on six continents and has a network of more than 130 fleet partners worldwide. Northwest Bus & Coach Suppliers, an aftermarket spare parts distributor and OEM supplier is based in Midrand & Durban. As a level 3 BEE accredited Company we offer a range of quality replacement spare parts such as shackle pins, king pin sets, chassis brackets, spring packs, mountings, filters & engine parts etc.- manufactured to O.E. specifications for Volvo, MAN, Mercedes, DAF, Scania buses & coaches. Scania buses and coaches are renowned for their outstanding operating economy. Each component is engineered to heighten the performance of the vehicle and set world-class standards for fuel economy, driveability, Road handling, reliability and uptime. Every model can be customised to ensure that you get the best solution possible – in terms of passenger capacity, seating plans, comfort levels and other key criteria – for the transport task in hand. Standard bank is actively involved in promoting RTMS in support of a risk mitigated approach when considering transactions to fund the fleets of road transport Operators. The recent endorsement of SABOA of the RTMS - Road Transport Management System - is most pioneering and innovative. More importantly it confirms that the members of this association are actively engaged in adopting best practice in terms of road safety, bus roadworthiness and driver training and wellness as an integral part of rendering public transport services. This standard is premised on compliance to Operator obligations as prescribed in legislation as well as incorporating SANS 13099 which promotes road safety standards for all stakeholders. The concept of self-regulation has proven to be very effective in reducing fatalities, improving fuel consumption and resulting in tangible cost reductions in maintenance and repairs in the timber industry, sugar cane industry, car carrier industry, Freight and dry bulk commodity segment. The pillars that form the foundation of RTMS is described as promoting and resulting in “safe passengers, safe vehicles, safe drivers and safe roads” and is measured and managed and delivered. An external transaction audit process finalised by a qualified RTMS auditor is conducted at inception and annually thereafter with spot checks/depot visits” in between thus ensuring the evidence of compliance and adherence to legislation and the standards as defined is verified, corroborated and certified. Tata Commercial Vehicles, Tata Africa’s commercial vehicles arm in South Africa, specialises in the construction, sales and after-sales service of Tata Buses and Tata Trucks. Tata Buses and Trucks surpass their competitors in their power, speed, carrying capacity and operating economy. With its assembly plant in Rosslyn, north of Pretoria and a nationwide dealership network of 31 full dealerships and 12 service-only dealerships, Tata Commercial Vehicles prides itself on providing their customers with the best possible commercial vehicle experience. With a full range of trucks and tippers, from 2 tonners right up to 75 tonners and 28,38 and 65-seater buses, Tata Commercial Vehicles has the needs of South African businesses covered. Offering fast turnarounds and superior customer service, Tata Commercial is a one-stop-shop for all your commercial vehicle requirements. 8

TETA has as its vision to be the Heart of Skills Innovation for the Transport Sector in South Africa. The primary role that TETA plays in the Road Passenger chamber can be described as follows: Approving Workplace Skills Plans and disbursing grants to the approved stakeholders; monitoring and evaluating training within the sub-sector to ensure quality; offer continuous skills development support, guidance and encourage levy paying companies to take part in skills development initiatives; Identification and funding of scares and critical skills within the Road Passenger subsector and working towards achieving the NSDIII goals. TickTech renders a qualitative revenue protection service to the passenger industry and provides ticket inspections and related services of a high standard. Inspectors are well trained, dressed in uniform and are regularly rotated between clients to avoid/limit the possibility of developing unhealthy relationships with bus/coach drivers. Services include: Roving inspection teams (surprise inspections); Fixed point inspections (ideal for revenue protection); Undercover inspections and observations; Driver road behaviour monitoring, including speed trapping (laser camera); Monitoring: Prior and en-route; Census; Advice on decreasing pilferage practices. TickTech offers: Commitment and results; Years of experience; An extensive knowledge on a variety of ticketing systems (machines and manual); Service rendering in various geographical areas; A strong logistical support; Comprehensive reports on irregularities and abnormalities; Services on short notice. VDL Bus & Coach South Africa consists of the, assembling, sales and after-sales service of a range of bus chassis’s which includes the TB 2175 (4x2) and TBR 2175 (6x2). For after-sales service and maintenance, the client can count on rapid, hassle-free assistance from VDL in any of the many service locations. VDL Parts aims to offer its customers the complete range of genuine parts at affordable price and as extensive distribution network which ensures that spare parts are delivered to the requested destination as quickly as possible. Vix-Questek develops, manufactures and integrates EMV compliant and NdoT certified Automated Fare Collection equipment and centralised management information systems, Fare Evasion, Realtime Passenger information, Vehicle Security and Surveillance. With over 25 years experience, 75% market share and 5 000+ devices installed, Vix-Questek remains South Africa’s preferred supplier of intelligent transport solutions to the passenger transport industry. Voith Turbo (Pty) Ltd was established in South Africa in 1981. It is a member of the worldwide group of companies headquartered in Heidenheim, Germany and is a direct subsidiary of Voith Turbo Vertiebsgesellschaft GmbH. Voith Turbo manufactures drive systems that efficiently drive and move machinery on land and at sea and safely, reliably and comfortably propel vehicles, save energy and reduce emissions.” The Volvo Buses product range encompasses complete buses, bus chassis and related services. These products are used in a variety of ways, primarily for passenger transportation and for other special purposes. Volvo builds buses with the engine installed either at the rear or between the axles. They may be single units with two or three axles, or they may be in articulated, bi-articulated or double-decker configuration. Volvo’s buses are designed to meet a wide range of demands from the most widely differing markets. Safety and environmental considerations play a central role in their development. 9

CITY LODGE LYNNWOOD Add: Cnr Lynnwood & Daventry Rds, Lynnwood, Pretoria Tel: (012) 471-0300 Rates: Double: R1 414-00 English B/fast: R110 pp Continental B/fast: R90 pp (Rates as at December 2014) The Gautrain bus travels between the City Lodge and the CSIR International Convention Centre. Please contact the Gautrain Customer Call Centre on 0800 4288 7246 for further details.

TOWN LODGE MENLO PARK

DIRECTIONS Take N1 North. Take Lynnwood Road offramp (after Atterbury Rd). Turn right over highway. Turn left into 1st street (Meiring Naude Rd). Cross over one set of traffic lights (Kings Highway). Turn right into CSIR South Gate entrance. Keep left following the CSIR Convention Centre signs.

Add: Atterbury Rd, Menlo Park, Pretoria Tel: (012) 348-2711 Rates: Double: R929-00 English B/fast: R110 pp Continental B/fast: R90 pp (Rates as at December 2014) Shuttle service is available between the Town Lodge and the CSIR International Convention Centre at a cost of R80 per trip. Arrangements for the shuttle service must be made with the Town Lodge.

ROAD LODGE CENTURION Add: Cnr Akkerboom & Blackberry Rds Centurion, Pretoria Tel: (012) 641 0400 Rates: R520-00 per room (max 3 persons) B/fast: R65 pp (Rates as at December 2014) Transport can be arranged between the Road Lodge and the CSIR International Convention Centre at a cost of R180 per trip. Arrangements for the shuttle service must be made with the Road Lodge. 10

GAUTRAIN AND GAUTRAIN BUS

GREYHOUND COACHES

Delegates can travel from OR Tambo International Airport to the CSIR International Convention Centre by Gautrain and Gautrain Bus. At OR Tambo International Airport board the Gautrain to Malboro Station. Disembark at Malboro Station and board the Gautrain to Hatfield Station in Pretoria. Disembark at Hatfield Station and board the H2 Lynnwood Gautrain Bus. Disembark from the bus at the last stop on the route which is at the CSIR International Convention Centre. The Gautrain Bus also passes the City Lodge Lynnwood situated at the Lynnwood Bridge shopping centre and can therefore be used to travel between the hotel and the CSIR International Convention Centre. For information about the fares and time tables contact the Gautrain Customer Call Centre on 0800 428 87246.

Delegates can travel from Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Butterworth, Mossel Bay and Durban to Pretoria and back on Greyhound Coaches. To reserve your seat on a Greyhound Coach from these areas please contact: Joselin White of SABOA on (011) 511 7641.

VAAL MASERU BUS SERVICES Delegates can travel from Port St Johns, Umtata, Kokstad, Bizana, Matatiele, Flagstaff, Lusikisiki, Mount Fletcher, Mount Frere, Butterworth and Dordrecht to Pretoria and back on Vaal Maseru Bus Services vehicles. To reserve your seat on a Vaal Maseru Bus from these areas please contact: Joselin White of SABOA on (011) 511 7641. 11