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Jonathan Harris, OLE Engineer, Furrer+Frey GB 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 […]
The Rail Scotland Conference returns for its eighth year on 5 March 2026, bringing stakeholders and the supply chain together to examine the future of Scotland’s rail network. With reform, resilience, and climate response at the heart of the agenda, the event provides a platform for strategic updates, technical insights, and collaborative learning. Keynote contributions […]
The Spotlight Rail Awards play a role in recognising the accomplishments of the rail sector, showcasing innovative practices and outstanding contributions that drive the industry forward. By honouring these successes, the awards inspire continued improvements but also emphasise the vital connection between superior asset management, customer satisfaction, and net zero.
Last year’s RIA Innovation Conference 2024 has won The Trade Association Forum’s Event of the Year (Under 500 Attendees) Award 2025, The Best Longstanding Association Event (Up to 1000 attendees) Award at the Association of Excellence Awards 2024 Previous RICs have won; MEMCOM’s Best Membership Event of the Year in 2020, The Trade Association Forum’s […]
Our popular networking event returns for its second year! Talks: 9–11am, networking: 11am–3pm. Join us for insights and connections.
The Big Rail Diversity Challenge was created to highlight the benefits of gender-balance and diversity in the UK rail industry. Launched in 2016 by Women in Rail in collaboration with multi-media marketing specialists Nimble Media Ltd, this flagship event helps break down barriers, change the image of rail and ultimately bridges the skills gap in […]
The Rail AI Conference by ASAVRAIL hashtag#RAIC26 is coming to Birmingham on 7th July 2026 at the prestigious Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Austin Court. This one-day event will bring together Rail Operators, Infrastructure Leaders, Rolling Stock Companies, and AI Technology Providers to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is shaping the future of Rail. […]
Rail Link return to Belfast in 2026 and have moved to a larger venue due to increased demand. The show will consist of talks 8:30-11 and expo 11-3 Join Rail Link Belfast 2026—Ireland’s No.1 rail expo. Building on the success of our 2025 talks, we’re continuing the morning programme in 2026. To cover delivery costs, […]
8 New Themes, One Mission: Support the Rail Workforce. Driving knowledge, collaboration, and innovation across the industry. 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
RIA's award-winning Annual Conference is a much-regarded highlight of the UK rail calendar and 2026 will be no exception. RIA members will have the possibility of meeting face-to-face with clients, […]
The LOOKOUT Awards will be held at the Fota Island Resort in Cork, Ireland, on 12 November 2026. This 5-star venue boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, a swimming pool, a world-class spa, and rooms with countryside views and bathrooms. There are also a variety of self-catering lodges. Rail Link's intimate annual Gala Dinner and […]