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SUMMARY:Heathrow Express Supplier Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join The Rail Innovation Group on a journey from Paddington to Heathrow for a unique Dragons’ Den-style event. Start-ups and small suppliers will pitch solutions to Heathrow Express’s real-world challenges\, from seamless staff access and confident passenger navigation to proving the train’s green advantage. \nExpect live pitches\, roundtable discussion\, and networking with industry leaders. \nNote: this event will lead into our Christmas networking social. If you would like to join  only for the social event\, please register here.. \nEvent Overview\nJoin 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. \nThis 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. \nThe 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. \n– 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 – \nChallenges include:\n\nA 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.\nProving\, 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.\nFirst 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.\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nStart-ups and small digital suppliers looking to showcase their solutions.\nRail and transport professionals seeking to learn from new suppliers.\nInfluencers\, trade press\, and industry stakeholders interested in rail innovation\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nPitch directly to Heathrow Express and industry stakeholders.\nGain visibility with trade press and influencers.\nBe part of shaping solutions around sustainability\, customer experience\, and future-ready rail services.\n\nAbout the Rail Innovation Group \nThe 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.. \n– 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. 
URL:https://www.railbusinessdaily.com/event/heathrow-express-supplier-challenge/
LOCATION:Paddington Station\, Praed Street\, London\, W2 1RH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Christmas Networking Social
DESCRIPTION:Join The Rail Innovation Group for their Christmas social networking event – their last Meet Up of 2025. \nWe’ll share a toast to our successes over the year and celebrate our community’s positive vision for the future. \n– Open to members and non-members – \nNote: 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
URL:https://www.railbusinessdaily.com/event/christmas-networking-social/
LOCATION:Paddington Station\, Praed Street\, London\, W2 1RH\, United Kingdom
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