Events

A new agreement will see railway expertise from academia, government and industry driving forward rail innovation at a world class rail testing centre in Wales. The University of Birmingham’s Centre for Railway Research and Education (BCRRE) and the Global Centre...

Hitachi Rail has unveiled its new ‘Blues Train’ at InnoTrans 2022. Built for Trenitalia, the cutting-edge battery hybrid train will reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption by 50% and has the ability to arrive at and depart from stations...

After a four-year wait, InnoTrans 2022 is back, welcoming 2,834 exhibitors and thousands of guests. From 20-23 September, the international trade fair will showcase new technologies across 42 display halls and its outdoor display area. The trade fair has postponed...

Taking place from 9 - 11 May 2023 at the NEC, in Birmingham, the UK’s number one event for the entire railway industry will bring together the whole rail community. Railtex 2023 offers a unique opportunity to experience state of...

Musician Professor Green, TV personality Gail Porter, war veteran Simon Weston CBE, hypnotist Paul McKenna, and author Tracey Cox are among the list of celebrity speakers joining wellbeing experts on Wednesday 2 November and Thursday 3 November at Rail...

Behind closed doors in a Lancashire workshop, the world’s most famous steam locomotive, Flying Scotsman, is being prepared for its centenary celebrations next year. Since May 2022, the celebrity engine has been undergoing a thorough mechanical overhaul to ensure...

Excitement is growing amongst exhibitors and registered visitors for a brand-new rail exhibition showcasing the future of Britain’s railway – Modern Railways EXPO. Taking place at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes on 22-23 November, this two-day show is organised...

Galvanizing plants across the UK and Ireland will open their doors for construction industry professionals to experience first-hand the benefits of galvanizing. The visit will help you to: Learn how to make steel more circularUnderstand the hot dip galvanizing processMake...

Preparations are well underway for the 2022 RailStaff Awards, which are now just around the corner. The popular and prestigious event takes place on 24 November at Birmingham’s NEC and, as always, attendees can expect to be bowled over...

With less than a week to go passengers are being given top travel tips during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. The West Coast main line between London Euston and Scotland, Chiltern main line between London Marylebone and Birmingham and all...