An open discussion panel with movers and shakers in the rail industry, including a mix of topical discussion points and audience questions. Expect lively and insightful analysis, cutting to the heart of the fundamental questions that will shape the future of the railway.

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 (𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗕𝗖)

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝟮 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝟭 𝟯𝗕𝗚 (𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻)

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁

• Anna-Jane Hunter (Partner, Winder Phillips Associates)

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀

• Tim Shoveller (CEO, Freightliner UK & Europe)
• Shamit Gaiger (Managing Director, West Coast Partnership Development, and Chair of Trustees, Campaign for Better Transport)
• Simon Elliott (Network Director Rail, Transport for Greater Manchester)
• Paul Staples (Engineering, Safety & Sustainability Director, TransPennine Express)
• One more panellist to be confirmed.

This is our biggest event of the year so far so spaces will be given first come first serve. Get yours now now!

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As part of the final phase of the Women in Rail Scotland Ascent series, this breakfast celebrates confidence, authenticity, and the freedom that comes with experience.

Hosted in partnership with Dentons, the session explores how women can take control of their careers, challenge bias and misogyny in the workplace, and define success for themselves.  Recognising that there are no right answers, only fulfilling paths shaped by our values and choices.

Speaker:
Johannah Randall, Co-Chair, Women in Rail Scotland

Johannah will share her unconventional career journey, from the early days of hospitality and rail operations to leading national programmes and mentoring others. She’ll reflect on resilience, authenticity, and what it means to thrive and stay true to yourself in the face of workplace challenges

Join us at The Social Hub, Glasgow, breakfast included.

Sponsors:
This event is proudly sponsored by Dentons, a leading international law firm committed to diversity, inclusion, and leadership development across transport, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

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PWI Lunch & Learn

Carrier Wire Neutral Sections were introduced as part of Great Western’s electrification and are performing well. However wider adoption has stalled with recent projects choosing to install Arthur Flury neutral sections to reduce capital costs. But are Carrier Wire neutral sections all that bad? We think with a few tweaks they could be better and cheaper for the railway and in this presentation we’ll tell you how.

Microsoft Teams

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Meeting ID: 379 249 399 988 8

Passcode: Kr9VL3Lf

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+44 20 3321 5213,,334959953# United Kingdom, City of London

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Phone conference ID: 334 959 953#

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PWI Lunch & Learn

With the effects of climate change there is an increasing need to provide the railway with infrastructure options that are both sustainable and offer greater resilience into the future. This session will offer a technical insight into some options that will assist drainage and water management on new or established railway sites.

Microsoft Teams

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Meeting ID: 387 714 630 606

Passcode: hh2gb3bg

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Phone conference ID: 102 506 613#

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PWI Lunch & Learn

Infrastructure design for rail systems is crucial for ensuring both durability and adaptability in a constantly evolving transportation landscape. asset International Structures Ltd will be showcasing their innovative approach to rail infrastructure, addressing the many environmental challenges they face while embracing future technological advancements. asset’s core products designed specifically for the rail industry include an innovative ballast retention system, the adoption of corrugated steel for bridge restrengthening, sustainable concrete arches along with FRP King Post Retaining Walls, which provide permanent or temporary track-side retention.
Asset’s innovative approach to infrastructure combines modern methods of construction, with forward-thinking engineered solutions for projects within the UK and internationally. Asset’s products are built for future, designed for life.

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Meeting ID: 343 169 514 810 2

Passcode: BE3mZ7Gd

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Phone conference ID: 327 258 731#

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PWI Lunch & Learn

Antony is the author of ‘Building London’s Underground’ and will give an insight into how the main infrastructure was constructed that now known as London Underground.

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Meeting ID: 337 006 938 518 2

Passcode: 8ZG7Sx9J

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Phone conference ID: 876 283 978#

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We’ll share a toast to our successes over the year and celebrate our community’s positive vision for the future.

– Open to members and non-members –

Note: this networking social follows-on from our Supplier Challenge event with Heathrow Express. Please register your interest for that event separately if you’d like to join The Rail Innovation Group for the afternoon as well: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heathrow-express-supplier-challenge-tickets-1707685486259

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Expect live pitches, roundtable discussion, and networking with industry leaders.

Note: this event will lead into our Christmas networking social. If you would like to join  only for the social event, please register here..

Event Overview

Join Heathrow Express and the Rail Innovation Group for a unique supplier challenge, bringing together start-ups, small suppliers, and innovators to pitch solutions to real-world challenges in one of the UK’s flagship rail links.

This curated “Dragons’ Den”-style roundtable will take participants on a Heathrow Express journey from London Paddington to Heathrow Airport, where shortlisted suppliers will present their ideas directly to Heathrow Express decision-makers. The event will also be attended by industry colleagues, creating a platform for new voices in rail to be heard.

The session will focus on practical, data-driven innovation and the role of SMEs in shaping a smarter, greener passenger experience — reflecting the Rail Innovation Group’s mission to diversify rail’s supply chain and support smaller companies to thrive.

– This event is open to members and non-members of the Rail Innovation Group. The event is subject to capacity constraints, please register your interest to secure your place –

Challenges include:

• A digital solution to enable seamless staff travel through the network: a secure and user-friendly access solution that removes the need for staff intervention, ensures only eligible staff receive free travel, ensures accurate data collection.
• Proving, Promoting & Positioning Heathrow Express as the Smart, Green Choice: an innovative solutions to shape customer perception by highlighting Heathrow Express’ core strengths of speed, space, and premium service, while reinforcing its position as the smartest and greenest choice for airport transfers.
• First and Last Mile Connectivity: solutions that integrate Heathrow Express with other transport modes and services to deliver a seamless and stress-free end-to-end journey, while also helping passengers confidently understand their travel options.

Who Should Attend?

• Start-ups and small digital suppliers looking to showcase their solutions.
• Rail and transport professionals seeking to learn from new suppliers.
• Influencers, trade press, and industry stakeholders interested in rail innovation

Why Attend?

• Pitch directly to Heathrow Express and industry stakeholders.
• Gain visibility with trade press and influencers.
• Be part of shaping solutions around sustainability, customer experience, and future-ready rail services.

About the Rail Innovation Group

The Rail Innovation Group is committed to building a sustainable rail ecosystem by driving innovation and fostering collaborations. Through partnerships with UK rail suppliers, we connect businesses with growth opportunities and enhanced efficiency. We lead the way in shaping the future of rail transport by supporting start-ups and small digital companies, boosting rail supply chain innovation, and championing cutting-edge technologies that drive industry progress. Find out about membership here..

– This event is open to members and non-members of the Rail Innovation Group. The event is subject to capacity constraints, please register your interest to secure your place. 

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A day of keynote talks and networking!

ASAVRail are now welcoming sponsors and exhibitors to join them in shaping the future of rail.

More information to come!

Get involved: rtc@asavrail.com

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