John Versace
Director, Transport Market Sector Leader
As the Manager of the Sydney office, John Versace has overall responsibility for the operations of NDY's New South Wales business. John also leads the Transport market sector for New South Wales. John's strength lies in his dynamic approach to working with people and clients at all stages of a project. He has a wide range of experience cultivating partnerships and project experience across a diverse range of market sectors including commercial buildings, retail, residential, data centres and television studios.
Insights from this author
How airports and operators can remain competitive
Key points from this insight: Sustainability and decarbonisation: Airports are reducing carbon emissions with strategies that include lifecycle assessments, material reuse, Design for Manufacture and Assembly and sustainable aviation fuels. Renewable energy: While solar, electric and hydrogen are familiar renewable energies, there are many others in the pipeline with hidden benefits. Advanced technology: Digital models, artificial intelligence, wi-fi personal networks, autonomous aircraft and smart systems are improving operational efficiency and the passenger experience. Managing growth: For an airport to upgrade while maintaining a live environment, it needs to build in flexibility for terminal and runway expansion early, secure planning permissions and ensure works don’t negatively impact the passenger experience or communities on flight paths. Passenger expectations: Airports are improving services with technology innovations including biometrics, smart systems and personalised services.
It’s people who make a station a destination
There’s no better example of a community hub than a well-developed urban or suburban train station. It can be a meeting place, an essential conduit and a place where people come together to connect w ...
5 minutes with John Versace
Give us an overview of your team and global reach? I lead the transport market sector for NDY globally with local transport market sector leads in each state and region. As part of this role, I also ...