18-19 June 2025
Porterbrook’s Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre

Visit the UK's largest immersive rail exhibition.

Join 7,000+ rail professionals at Rail Live to share learning and build successful networks.

18-19 June 2025
Porterbrook’s Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre


 

7,000
Rail Professionals
81%
of the audience having decision-making power or influence.
300
Exhibitors
50
Expert Speakers

Why Visit?

18-19 June 2025 | Porterbrook’s Long Marston Rail Innovation Centre

Experience the UK's largest rail exhibition to stay up-to-date on the latest innovations and plan for 2025 and beyond.

Meet more potential partners representing all aspects of the rail industry across the 2-day show than you could in 6 months, saving you time & money.

Evaluate over 300 suppliers and make fast, informed decisions in a real railway environment via live demonstrations to directly compare pieces of kit.

Enhance your skills and elevate your career opportunities by networking with decision-makers and participating in sessions led by industry leaders across two seminar theatres: Policy & Leadership, Engineering.



 

Are you a...

Procurement Professional
Procurement Professional

And ready to:

  • Stay agile in evolving supply chains through digital procurement adoption.
     
  • Engage with digital supply chain experts to enhance efficiency in your procurement process.
     
  • Forge partnerships with Network Rail and other industry players to gain deeper insights into the industry's evolution and drive innovation.
     
  • Explore solutions from 300+ suppliers representing all aspects of the rail industry with live demonstrations.
     
  • Lead the transition towards a sustainable future by learning new ways of moving towards lower carbon emissions and cleaner transportation delivery.
     
  • Join the rail family and stroll down "the avenue" to make new connections in a relaxed and supportive environment.


 

Project Manager / Director
Project Manager / Director

And want to...

  • Build lasting connections and relationships with top rail suppliers for access to cutting-edge innovations.
     
  • Stay updated on industry trends and technology through relevant content sessions.
     
  • Save time and resources by comparing top-quality products and technologies.
     
  • Keep safety front and centre by learning new developments about maintaining a safe working environment.
     
  • Network with industry stakeholders to drive innovation and sustainability.


 

Engineer
Engineers

And want to:

  • Enhance career prospects through networking with industry leaders.
     
  • Build lasting and beneficial relationships with top rail suppliers to access the latest products and innovations that will improve your job.
     
  • Develop skills and knowledge by connecting with experts.
     
  • Stay informed on safety protocols for maintaining a secure working environment.
     
  • Network with industry stakeholders to drive innovation and sustainability.


 

C-Level Exec
C-Level exec

And want to:

  • Utilise the business lounge to answer emails and calls or use it as a quiet space to have focused conversations outside the main event's hustle and bustle.
     
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest developments and technology in the rail industry through informative and interactive live sessions.
     
  • Network with Network Rail and other potential partners to drive innovation.
     
  • Lead the transition towards sustainability in transportation.
     
  • Engage with the rail community for relaxed networking opportunities.

An International Visitor
An International Visitor

And want to:

  • Access the best products, skills, knowledge and latest innovations within the rail industry, and learn how to apply them internationally.


 

Student & Apprentice
Student & Apprentice

And want to:

  • Gain a full overview of the rail industry and its many opportunities, and be inspired by the latest innovations and newest technologies.


 

Top Reasons to Visit

Attend Live Demonstrations
Join a variety of in-depth content sessions led by experts from Network Rail, the Government, and more.

 

Real Rolling Stock on Display

The only rail event in the UK with real rolling stock on display in a real railway environment.

See Latest Rail Innovations
See technology you didn't know existed that can help you with your work practices, from safety, to productivity, to sustainability.
Connect With Decision-Makers
Through the insights provided by industry experts, live demonstrations, and within the dedicated signalling zones. 
View 2024 speakers.
Meet 300+ exhibitors
Find solutions fast with access to the  leading rail suppliers in the UK and Europe, saving you time & money.
Hear From Rail Experts
Hear from key industry leaders and innovators as they share their insight on recent developments with HS2 and CP7.  

Industry Leading Speakers in 2024



 

Rail Live was once again the premier railway exhibition to attend. Rolling stock, people, techniques – always a showstopper! Rail Live is consistently the best opportunity for everyone in the railway family to widen their networks, knowledge and understanding of the rail industry.

Lord Peter Hendy of Richmond Hill
Chair of Network Rail |  Network Rail

Rail Live is a truly notable event for all people with a professional rail interest, not only those involved with rail and track working. Having RAIL take over the organisation and promotion of the show has made it possible for Rail Live to become a ‘Farnborough for the Railway’, and an event that is now well and truly in the international rail calendar.

Mike Noakes
Head of Rail, Department of Business and Trade

I would encourage you to get around and talk to as many people as you can, because in my visit I genuinely have spoken to people I would never have seen before. That’s one of the joys of this dynamic, and it’s why I’m a real passionate supporter of Rail Live.

Andrew Haines
Chief Executive |  Network Rail

Rail Live is an unmissable event for SMEs like us to connect with passionate industry leaders and suppliers. The event has become a staple in our calendar, and is a fantastic opportunity to incept exciting project collaborations and partnerships. We're highly anticipating this year's event, and look forward to taking in the diverse breadth of rail expertise on offer!

One Big Circle

Rail Live is a key event for Thomas Graham as an industrial supplier, it is a great opportunity to exhibit our range of products to the rail industry, speak to key contacts, that under normal conditions wouldn’t be accessible and we have been able to exhibit our specialised calibrated lockers, which have been a great success with some sizeable orders. 

Garry Smith
Thomas Graham

Rail Live 2023 was Trough-Tec System’s and HIRD Group’s best Rail Live yet! It’s the only show where we can truly showcase and demonstrate our entire product portfolio in such a practical manner, and to such a diverse audience of customers and end-users.

HIRD Group

Network Rail is really pleased to continue to support Rail Live 2024. However, pre-election restrictions on public bodies mean that Network Rail won't be able to take part in any speaking slots this year. Our team, including Andrew Haines, Network Rail Chief Executive, will still attend in force.

The Network Rail Village will still have lots of exhibits across multiple zones, including safety, technology, and vehicle demos, so please do come and say hello. Our team are still pleased to speak to you, just not in a formal, recorded manor.

We're all looking forward to seeing you there!

Lord Peter Hendy
Chair |  Network Rail
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