Railway Industry Association

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Ahead of Rail LIVE 2026 with Bauer Media, the Railway Industry Association (RIA) is reminding suppliers that they can still register to exhibit in its dedicated lounge. RIA has returned as a partner for the UK’s largest outdoor rail exhibition, which will be held at Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre on 17 and 18 June. This year, more than 7,000 professionals (including individuals with decision making power or influence) are expected to be in attendance, making the event an exciting opportunity for companies keen to showcase their solutions. #railnews #railways #ukrail #rail #railevents https://lnkd.in/eTWbBd2W

📅The next event in the Future of Rail series will focus on freight, taking place on 8 July in York.   Freight services are a vital underpinning for the whole UK economy, but there is scope to grow rail freight significantly, with a Government target for 75% growth. What is needed to achieve this, and how will Great British Railways, devolved authorities and the private sector need to work together to deliver a world class freight service?   This event, run in partnership with Network Rail and the Rail Freight Group, will feature an exhibition in addition to the conference agenda.   Among the experienced industry leaders speaking is Paul Harwood, Head of Freight at Network Rail.   🔗Find out more and register your place here: https://lnkd.in/esY7YNxm   #RailIndustry #UKRail #RIAFoR #FutureOfRail #Freight #RailFreight

🌟Read the May Nations & Regions newsletter for an update on the work and activities of RIA across the six nations & regions. This edition features details on recent changes to the RIA Wales & Western Leadership Group, the upcoming Light Rail event in Newcastle in July, and the Transport for London Voice of the Supplier event held at RIA's London office. 

🛤️Exhibit with us at the RIA Showcase at Rail LIVE on 17-18 June. Members are invited to join us at the RIA Showcase to: 🔹Present your products or services to key industry figures 🔹Network and connect with clients, partners and peers from across the sector 🔹Raise your profile at the UK's largest rail event 📽️Hear from our exhibitors last year for an insight into what to expect - watch the full highlight video here: https://lnkd.in/ejxHYdsB 🔗Find out more and secure your place here: https://lnkd.in/eUmwiTrn #RailLive #RailLive26 #RailLive2026 #UKRail #RailIndustry

📅Check out the latest RIA Training Courses in June and July.   The upcoming Work Winning in the UK Railway Industry course will be held in London on 24 June, and is a must-attend for people and organisations seeking to win work in the UK rail sector.    The next Introduction to the UK Railway Industry and Supply Chain course will take place on 9 July in Leeds, providing a comprehensive overview of the UK rail industry, covering its past, present, future, how it is structured, governed, all the elements that make up the railways and organisations involved, the language of the railways, useful resources and more.   🔗Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/evvCgYAh   #RIATraining #WorkWinning #IntroToUKRail #RailIndustry #UKRail #TrainingCourse

🏆With just one month to go until the RIA Dinner & RISE Awards, check out this article in the latest Rail Director, which provides an insight into the evening and awards ceremony. This year's keynote speaker, Transport for London Commissioner Andy Lord, said, "It is a great opportunity to recognise excellence among rail suppliers and to network with the railway industry in a convivial setting. I'm really looking forward to addressing the Dinner on the night." 🎫Book your place here: https://lnkd.in/edVYYuut 📖Read the Rail Director article here: https://lnkd.in/e9NfbJm4 #RISE26 #RISEAwards #RailAwards #RailIndustry #UKRail railbusinessdaily.com

📽️Check out the highlight video from last year's RIA Dinner & RISE Awards, which was held at The Landmark, London: https://lnkd.in/esVY3f4H Book your table at the RIA Dinner & RISE Awards on 25 June at The Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, and join us in celebrating the excellence and achievements of the UK rail supply sector. The evening will be hosted by Ben Hanlin and feature a keynote from Commissioner of Transport for London, Andy Lord. 🎫Get your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/eNf2Jxca #RISE26 #RISEAwards #RailIndustry #UKRail #RailAwards

📅Rolling Stock - Long-term Strategy Update, 1 July, Online RIA has been following the long-term rolling stock and infrastructure strategy, including running workshops with the team in the DfTO.   In parallel, we have also been developing proposals for low-cost electrification and a freight electrification policy paper to feed into the strategy.   Join this online discussion for a stock take of the latest position on the strategy and to share industry views. 🔗Members can register here: https://lnkd.in/e7cSPMGu #RollingStock #RailIndustry #UKRail #RollingStockStrategy #InfrastructureStrategy 

Check out the latest Weekly Political Roundup for an overview of RIA's latest activities alongside key political and industry developments. Highlights include:  ⭐RIA's new guide on station development ⭐Future of Rail: Investment ⭐HS2 update