Energy, carbon and environment are now buzz words and exciting interest at the highest levels. The ARTSA Energy Efficiency College will focus on engine technologies, transmissions, energy losses, regenerative systems, alternative fuels, emissions issues, aerodynamics, fuel efficiency techniques and driver training.

The launch meeting will review the current initiatives in Australia and the US and discuss priorities for the ARTSA Energy Efficiency College

To attend, email exec@artsa.com.au or speak to one of the two co-chairs of the College, Simon Humphries on 0419 366 169 or Ian Wright on 0419 385 767

Each will discuss latest trailer initiatives It is the last set up day and traditionally we have run a very successful meeting in Brisbane at this time. To attend, email me at exec@artsa.com.au

Bring a guest along as well!

Trailer and Truck Conference - Thursday and Friday 8th and 9th May in the Exhibition Hall

ARTSA, along with TIC, CVIAV and VTA are co-hosting this conference - see http://www.trailertruckshow.com.au/conference/

I know that most of you are involved in the show and have a strong stand commitment, however there is a half day transferable pass available for $200 that gives you access to a morning or afternoon session including lunch or drinks at the end of the afternoon session. You can use it as you please and can offer it to customers if you wish.

With over 20 speakers including 4 internationals focused on trucks and trailers as well as customer and fleet sessions this is great content. Registration is on-line at http://www.trailertruckshow.com.au/conference/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=13&Itemid=27

See you at the show

The meeting will be held at the VTA, Wirraway Drive, Fishermans Bend in Melbourne.

To attend please advise Brian Thomas (co-chair) on brianrthomas@bigpond.com or Rob Perkins at exec@artsa.com.au

The College meeting agenda for Wednesday 19th March is:

Each meeting runs for 90 minutes and will focus on the current state of affairs in the respective topic areas as well as the regulatory issues and possible improvements

To attend let Rob Perkins know on exec@artsa.com.au or ring 0411 402 832

The ARTSA College proposal will be discussed as part of the next Meeting agenda on Friday 22nd February from 8.30am at DECA Training, 29 - 45 Millers Road in Altona North

Members and guests are welcome and should contact Rob Perkins on exec@artsa.com.au or 0411 402 832 to confirm attendance

We will also launch the ARTSA blueprint - a future strategy for ARTSA This document will revolutionise the way ARTSA runs and contributes is expertise to the transport sector.

To attend, email rob at exec@artsa.com.au or ring on 0411 402 832

See you there at one of our most important meetings in years