The Infrastructure Summit

Founding sponsor:THE INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMITFUTURE PROOFING BRITAINNovember 2nd 2011 • The Grand Connaught Rooms, LondonAndrew BonfieldFinance DirectorNational GridNeil BerkettChief Executive OfficerVirgin MediaSimon VirleyDirector General, Energy Markets & Infrastructure GroupDepartment of Energy and Climate ChangeEd VaizeyMinister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, Department for Culture Media and SportPaul SkinnerChairmanInfrastructure UKAdrian ShooterChairman, Chiltern RailwaysChairman, DB Regio UKWith Britain’s population expected to grow to more than 71 million by 2031, how can the UK create an infrastructure that can compete in a rapidly changing global marketplace? Join over 150 leading business and policymakers from transport, energy and digital communications to share your views and help to shape the future of infrastructure in the UK.OUR ExPERT SPEAKERS INCLUDE:Our concurrent sessions will offer you the opportunity to get in-depth insights into the issues that are critical to your industry. In these interactive debates the discussion leaders will provide an inside view of the key challenges, innovative ideas and strategies. Choose from: DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS: Creating momentum for growth TRANSPORT: How to tackle congestion on Britain’s roads, airports and trains ENERGy: How can Britain ensure future supply and still comply with decarbonisation targets? PICKING THE WINNERS: How to identify high value transportation infrastructure projectsTHE INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMITFor the most up-to-date information on this summit, visit www.economistconferences.co.ukBy 2031, Britain’s population is expected to have grown to more than 71 million putting exceptional pressure on the country’s infrastructure.If we are to keep the country running, key infrastructure sectors must work together to ensure that networks will cope with future demand. Join experts and leaders from across all sectors in the UK at The Infrastructure Summit to gain insights and discuss: Where do we go from here: Progress on implementing the national infrastructure plan Who pays the bill? The big funding and financing challenge How to plan, guide and pull together: Matching the vision of truly integrated infrastructure networks with a clear road map Future Britain: Demographic change and what it means for our economy Discover the opportunities of collaboration across the UK sectorsExECUTIVE BRIEFING SESSIONSAndrew Bonfield, Finance Director, National GridHaving spent the past 20 years in senior financial roles in FTSE 100 companies on three continents, Andrew now leads the National Grid finance department as an Executive Director of the Board. Andrew will discuss his thoughts on the funding session: Who Pays The Bill.Terry Hill, Chairman, Arup TrustTerry Hill previously held the position of Arup Group Chairman responsible for the overall strategic direction of the firm. With a background in civil engineering and economics, Terry will lead the discussion on how to decongest Britain’s roads, airports and trains.REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 31ST 2011 TO SAVE £100. Please fill out and return the booking form overleaf or contact our customer services team on: Tel: +44(0)20 7576 8118 • Fax: +44(0)20 7576 8472 • E-mail: customerserviceuk@economist.com OUR ExPERT SPEAKERSCHAIR: Robin Bew, Editorial Director and Chief Economist, Economist Intelligence UnitRobin Bew is responsible for all editorial operations across the company worldwide, driving the intellectual debate within the business. Mr Bew also retains his long-standing role as Chief Economist, and in this capacity is responsible for the formulation of the Economist Intelligence Unit’s overarching view on the outlook for the global economy.Adrian Shooter CBE, Chairman, Chiltern Railways; Chairman, DB Regio UKAdrian has always been at the forefront of improving productivity and delivering change in the transportation industry. He will share some of the secrets about how he has made the Evergreen Project one of the most value-adding transportation endeavours in Britain. Ed Vaizey MP, Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, Department for Culture Media and Sport Ed leads the government department responsible for regulating and enabling growth in telecoms and the digital economy, as well as facilitating the delivery of universal broadband. He has the unique chance to influence whether or not the UK will remain at the forefront of online innovation.Simon Virley, Director General, Energy Markets & Infrastructure Group, Department of Energy and Climate ChangeSimon leads the government’s work on energy and was recently the Chief Executive of the Office for Renewable Energy Deployment. Although Simon is representing the government, he will also bring insights from the private sector from his previous role as KPMG consultant for corporate financing of energy and infrastructure projects.KEyNOTE: Paul Skinner, Chairman, Infrastructure UKAfter four decades in leading management positions, gaining significant hands-on international experience in the oil and transportation sector, Paul now chairs the division of HM Treasury mandated to bring a strategic focus to infrastructure development in the UK.Neil Berkett, Chief Executive Officer, Virgin Media Neil brings with him over 25 years experience in a wide range of industries of how to put a national infrastructure plan into practice. His senior executive roles have centred around significant change in business strategy including turnarounds and mergers. David Bott, Director of Innovation Programmes, Technology Strategy BoardDavid became Director of Innovation Programmes in July 2008. He is also Chairman of Oxford Biomaterials and a non-executive director of Oxford Advanced Surfaces Group, Apaclara and Spineless Design. David will discuss what technology is needed to make Britain’s infrastructure more efficient.LEADING THE DEBATETRANSPORTDIGITAL COMMUNICATIONSENERGyTECHNOLOGyPROGRAMME08.15 REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS09.00 CHAIR’S INTRODUCTIONRobin Bew, Editorial Director and Chief Economist, Economist Intelligence Unit09.10 KEyNOTE: Taking Britain’s infrastructure to the next levelPaul Skinner, Chairman, Infrastructure UK09.40 FUTURE BRITAIN: Demographic change and what it means for our economy• How much of the UK’s economic stability depends on establishing a state-of-the-art infrastructure? • Is there a link between demographics, infrastructure development and economic growth? • Which regions of Britain are set to grow the most, and what does this mean for the split of infrastructure investment? • What would be the social and economic cost of failing to invest in the appropriate infrastructure to meet evolving needs?10.00 NETWORKING BREAK10.30 PLAN, GUIDE AND PULL TOGETHER: Matching the vision of truly integrated infrastructure networks with a clear road map In October 2010 the government published the National Infrastructure Plan, yet still industry complains about a lack of guidance. • What policies will give Britain’s private sector the direction they need to start upgrading the country’s infrastructure networks effectively? • What medium and long-term choices will the government make regarding financing/funding options and technologies? • How can the use of prices and pricing incentives help manage supply and demand? • What strategies or institutions could foment long-term planning, leveling out the electoral cycle? Neil Berkett, Chief Executive Officer, Virgin Media11.30 WHO PAyS THE BILL? The big funding and financing challenge • New infrastructure is needed but who will lay down the capital and take on the risk of high-cost investments? • Where are the high-value projects that make it all worthwhile?• If public funding is provided, should the aim be to increase business competitiveness or to fulfill social objectives? • Where should the UK government invest to secure economic growth? What is the right mix of public and private funding? • What incentives should the government give to businesses to invest in new strategies or technologies that will allow the country to decrease its greenhouse gas emissions? Andrew Bonfield, Finance Director, National Grid David Leeder, Chief Executive Officer, Marwyn European Transport12.30 LUNCHOur concurrent sessions will offer you the opportunity to get in-depth insights into the topics of your choice. In these interactive debates the discussion leaders will provide an inside view of the key challenges, innovative ideas and strategies.13.30 (A) DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS: Creating momentum for growthWill superfast broadband – fixed or mobile - increase Britain’s productivity? • Will economic growth in regions outside the largest cities result in accelerated economic growth across the country? How do we extend the benefits of broadband to all, independently from where they live? • What level of connectivity is needed to enable remote healthcare, education and future government services? • What is the appropriate role for planning in an industry characterised by fast technology changes?• Can private and public sectors overcome practical, legal and financial constraints? Graham Baxter, Chief Technology Officer, Three Ronan Dunne, UK Chief Executive, O2 John Tate, Director of Policy and Strategy, BBC Ed Vaizey MP, Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, Department for Culture, Media and Sport (B) TRANSPORT: How to decongest Britain’s roads, airports and trainsOvercrowding of transport infrastructure represents one of the biggest obstacles to economic growth. But is increasing capacity the solution? • Pricing the use of UK roads effectively may be a good funding mechanism but could tolls really pay the bill? • What would be the right strategy for rail to spread economic growth across the country? What role – if any – may projects like High Speed Two play in this?• How realistic is it for the UK’s major airports to become a truly efficient hub for passengers from around the world? Is downscaling an option? • How can Britain overcome the social and political obstacles such as building new roads, rail and runways?Michèle Dix, Managing Director of Planning, Transport for LondonTerry Hill, Chairman, Arup TrustFEEDBACK FROM SOME OF OUR RECENT EVENTS:REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 31ST 2011 TO SAVE £100. Please fill out and return the booking form overleaf or contact our customer services team on: Tel: +44(0)20 7576 8118 • Fax: +44(0)20 7576 8472 • E-mail: customerserviceuk@economist.com “ The quality of the debate is driven by the excellence of The Economist contributors – it brings fresh and valuable perspectives on important and topical issues. Well worth attending” Chairman, Centrica on The Global Agenda “ An excellent overview of a critical issue that needs more exposure and public debate” Chairman, Johnson Matthey on The UK Energy Summit “Enlightening and thought provoking” Chief Technology Officer, BBC on The CIO Agenda © Copyright 2011. Economist Conferences reserves the right to change the programme if necessary.14.35 (C) ENERGy: How can Britain ensure future supply and still comply with decarbonisation targets?• Does the UK need to prepare for “peak oil” or “peak demand”? • Capability versus reliability: what is the right balance between traditional and alternative sources of energy? • Could the country’s energy path be redirected to natural gas, and what would the implications be for the overall economy? • Is nuclear still on the agenda? • What is needed to make the “green deal” the real deal? How can the cost of renewable energies be reduced? We’ll discuss investment incentives for taking the route of renewable energy as well as carbon storageJeremy Oppenheim, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company Simon Virley, Director General, Energy Markets & Infrastructure Group, Department of Energy and Climate Change(D) PICKING THE WINNERS: How to identify high value transportation infrastructure projectsThe “Evergreen Project” case study, presented by Adrian, will set the backdrop for a wider discussion with a panel of experts on how to successfully create, manage and complete transportation infrastructure projects that deliver value for money to passengers and taxpayer. Drawing comparisons with international projects and strategies, the panel will explore how this ultimately prepares the grounds for long-term economic development.Sponsored by: Hitachi Alistair Dormer, Chief Executive Officer, Agility Trains Adrian Shooter CBE, Chairman, Chiltern Railways; Chairman, DB Regio UKBernard Tabary, Chief Executive Officer International, Keolis15.40 NETWORKING BREAK16.00 THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POTENTIAL OF TECHNOLOGyWhat technology is needed to make Britain’s infrastructure more efficient? In order to create opportunities for success, businesses and government will have to make their bet. This is a critical examination of the most innovative, non-mainstream, possibly “leap-frog” technologies that will transform our infrastructure landscape. David Bott, Director of Innovation Programmes, Technology Strategy Board16.45 CLOSING KEyNOTEThe London Olympics: A microcosm of the challenges that the UK infrastructure sector faces as a wholeThis session looks at choices that had to be made around infrastructure, social policy, commercial aspects, risk, expected economic knock-on effect and legacy issues.17.15 CHAIR’S CLOSING SUMMARyRobin Bew, Editorial Director and Chief Economist, Economist Intelligence Unit17.20 CLOSE OF SUMMITI confirm that I have read and accepted Economist Conferences’ terms and conditions policy and I am authorised to sign this document on behalf of the above company. Signature:Date:An Economist Group business. 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