RIA Wales & Western represents 70+ RIA members across Wales and the South West of England. Rail in this part of the UK supports some 74,500 jobs and £3.6bn GVA (22,800 jobs and £1bn GVA in Wales; and 51,700 jobs and £2.6bn GVA in the South West). RIA Wales & Western activity is informed and prioritised by the Leadership Group made up of RIA Members either located in Wales & Western region or with a significant presence in the area.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
VISION & PURPOSE •
Be a recognised railway industry body in Wales & Western
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Represent Wales & Western supply chain’s interests to Government and key stakeholders
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Form and maintain a view on the priority issues in Wales & Western
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Influence policy decisions via related campaigns, public affairs, lobbying, white papers, events etc.
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Ultimately, support a stronger, better railway as part of an integrated transport system
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Map local stakeholders (political, academic, industry) and facilitate direct engagement
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Engage with and influence key rail decision makers in Wales & Western establish,monitor, and manage workstreams focused on outcomes for the four priority areas areas identified by the Leadership Group
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Build up knowledge of the Wales and Western railway industry issues and opportunities
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Collate and define stakeholder ‘problem statements’
RAIL SUPPLY COMMUNITY BENEFITS •
Build insight and information to support RIA members to win business, mitigate risk and develop relationships and networks
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Build stronger relationships between RIA Wales & Western members and key stakeholders
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A clearly defined integrated transport vision(s) for the region
Provide a stronger voice, through collective action, for the needs of members in the region
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Visibility of funding mechanisms and pipeline for the whole supply chain
Provide access to RIA resources for members in the region
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Promote innovation in the supply chain
RIA WALES & WESTERN PRIORITIES 1.
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Innovation and testing opportunities and facilities to address cost challenges
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Opportunity to showcase products and solutions through active involvement
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Commitment and investment in developing industry skills and people (future proofing the railway and job creation)
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Networking, education and collaboration opportunities at events in the nation/region
WalesAndWestern@riagb.org.uk
www.linkedin.com/company/ria-wales-western/
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
www.twitter.com/railindustryWW