MAFEX has organized four conventions with the assistance of prestigious international experts from the railway sector. Some of them have wanted to share with us their pleasant experience in Spain.
 Marcella Cunha & Juliana Morgado |
Marcella Cunha For Latin American countries, in particular, it is very important to know the rail projects carried out in Spain, as well as knowing the latest technology in railway factories in the country. Undoubtedly, Spain is now one of the most important global benchmarks in terms of railway development, with which Brazil has always had valuable experience from intense exchanges of expertise and equipment acquisition. On behalf of the Brazilian railway operators, we expect to continue participating in these actions that aid to increase international approach to the sector via Mafex. Juliana Morgado It’s always a great pleasure for the Brazilian delegation (composed by companies associated with ANTF) to obtain valuable information from technical meetings and visits organized under the framework of Mafex. All conventions in which ANTF has participated resulted in valuable opportunities for our partners to expand their network of contacts and relationships with important personalities of the rail freight sector in Spain, besides being able to meet new suppliers and exchange experiences among the different countries involved at the meeting. I find these 1:1 meetings with companies very interesting. They bring the buyer closer to the supplier, facilitating future business between the two countries. |
 Ernesto Picón Rubio Traffic Manager STC Monterrey. Mexico. |
Ernesto Picón Rubio Traffic Manager STC Monterrey. Mexico. “The contribution of these conventions result in getting to know more details of the Spanish market”The contribution of these conventions are knowing more details of the products, parts and appliances for Railway Infrastructure found in the Spanish market, thus expanding our range of options and possibilities. In addition to the technological innovations that are being implemented in Rail Transport Systems, both freight and passengers, and that are within our reach, I would also highlight the coexistence and transmission of our own experiences with colleagues from other countries and, of course, the registration of contacts from other companies into our service. Regarding these Conventions, I would highlight that they are the most interesting place to witness the innovations already implemented in the systems and get to know the technical capacity of the manufacturing and service industry. Lastly, I highly recommend this Convention, for the simple reason that they have the opportunity to be in a series of events that will enrich and extend the broad knowledge of the great development undertaken in Railway Transport. |
 Miguel Alejandro Sanhuenza Olivares Director of technological projects Empresa de los Ferrocarriles de los Estados – EFE- Chile |
Miguel Alejandro Sanhuenza Olivares The conferences provide a forum for industry knowledge and technology that could not be demonstrated through other means. It is also the place to share experiences with other railway companies and discuss common problems and solutions. Thanks to these conventions, the overall look and drive in our fields of action and projects can be amplified. The most interesting part is the opportunity to visit the plants of the manufacturers and their processes, which show a great expertise in production and product quality. I would also like to mention the possibility of making new contacts and see the reality of other railways. Of course, it is a very rewarding activity for the knowledge of the railway industry, because Spain is at the forefront in the railway sector destined to passengers, therefore they know the good and bad of being the pioneers, for which these activities help participants be in the right path to reach success in their projects. |
 Mr. A Rahman Ali Al Malik Project Director Qatar Rail Company. Saudi Arabia |
Mr. A Rahman Ali Al Malik Project Director Qatar Rail Company. Saudi Arabia “Mafex conventions are an excellent place to expand the network of contacts and exchange different experiences with participants from all over the world”I think the conventions organized by Mafex are a great opportunity to meet with the different companies that contribute to the development of the rail industry. They are also an excellent place to expand the network of contacts and exchange different experiences with participants from all around the world.For me, the most interesting part of the convention I attended was the opportunity to meet people from different areas of expertise, as well as from different countries. I strongly recommend my colleagues to participate in these events, which I believe to be well organized and with clearly defined objectives. |
 Fernando Peña Former General Director Ferrocarriles Arica La Laz. Chile |
Fernando Peña Former General Director Ferrocarriles Arica La Laz. Chile “They open new possibilities for innovative solutions that can ultimately be transformed into business opportunities”It is a forum to exchange experiences with other attendees and Spanish companies involved. Mafex conventions open up possibilities for innovative solutions that eventually can become business opportunities that extend and enhance the know-how of the rail industry. In first place, I would highlight the opportunity to know new solutions to similar problems given the extensive and proven experience in the Spanish railway industry. In second place, the possibility it gives to share views with players from the global rail industry and exchange experiences.I recommend attending these conventions because it is an opportunity of great quality and professional excellence, which undoubtedly contributes to solve industry challenges with innovative proposals and allows establishing important links for future collaborations. |