World Congress on Railway Research (WCRR) 2025

🚂 Exciting News! We're delighted to share with you the first confirmed keynote speakers at Rail Research Week! 🌟 ➡️ Ian Jefferies, President and Chief Executive Officer, Association of American Railroads ➡️Alan Beroud, Chairman, UIC - International union of railways #UICrail ➡️Eric Gehringer, Executive Vice President-Operations, Union Pacific Railroad ➡️John F. Orr, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Norfolk Southern ➡️James M Derwinski, CEO/Executive Director, Metra Commuter Rail ➡️Honorable Ronald L. Batory, Director, Amtrak ➡️Marco Caposciutti, CEO, Trenitalia France Rail Research Week sees the 13th INTERNATIONAL HEAVY HAUL ASSOCIATION Conference (IHHA 2025) team up with the 14th World Congress on Railway Research (WCRR 2025) for an unforgettable week, November 17-21, 2025, at the iconic The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. For the first time ever, these two preeminent events are co-locating to create a global hotspot for learning, collaboration, and shaping the future of rail. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this pioneering week that promises to redefine the rail industry. Don't delay* - book your early bird tickets today at: https://lnkd.in/guinwFJv *Due to the high demand for conference tickets, sponsorship and exhibition opportunities, plus the recent announcement of selected speakers for the Technical Program, our special accommodation room block at the Broadmoor is filling up fast.* MxV Rail Informa Connect Australia Tina Karas Sarah Ingram Kari Gonzales Niki Toussaint #RailResearchWeek #IHHA2025 #WCRR2025

🚄Stay tuned for upcoming announcements! Accepted #WCRR2025 papers and speakers to be announced shortly. ✍️ All abstracts have been professionally peer reviewed by at least two industry experts on their merits across a range of categories including: • Customer focus • Quality of research • Innovation and scientific contribution • Pathway to implementation • Collaboration • Relevance 👏🏻 Thanks to all the 800+ authors and 100+ reviewers for sharing their expertise. Visit the event website to subscribe to news and event updates www.railresearchweek.com 🥾Want a closer view of Kari Gonzales’ laptop screen? The #WCRR2025 includes a technical site visit to MxV Rail ‘s newly constructed FAST® Loop and other highlights of their multi-campus research facilities.

💡 The latest #innovations, cutting-edge #technologies + next-gen solutions from across the world are coming to Colorado, USA for the 14th World Congress on Railway Research (WCRR)! 🌍 🙏 A huge thank you to the industry leaders who have joined us to showcase the very best in inspiring innovative and resilient railways. Diamond Sponsor - Loram Technologies Inc. Platinum Sponsor - Pandrol Gold & Gala Dinner Sponsor - Plasser & Theurer Export von Bahnbaumaschinen G.m.b.H. Gold & Women in Rail Breakfast Sponsor - Wabtec Corporation Gold Sponsors - Delta Railroad Services | Overail | Allpass Silver Sponsors - Getzner - engineering a quiet future | Athena Industrial Services Inc. | Goldschmidt Innovation Sponsor - Association of American Railroads Bronze Sponsors - 4AI Systems Inc | Arkansas Industrial Computing / AIC Rail | NSH USA Corporation | ENSCO Rail | Trilogical Technologies Ltd. | Pavemetrics Systems Inc. | Sileto | Delta Wheel Truing Solutions | Technische Universität Graz | Transportation Technology Center (TTC) 🚆 Bringing together leading #urban, #passengerrail and #freight experts across the globe to share perspectives on the challenges facing rail now and into the future, this historic joint-conference will offer suppliers, operators, manufacturers and innovators unparalleled networking, knowledge sharing and #businessdevelopment opportunities. 👨🏽💻 ✅ View remaining opportunities to profile your organization at this highly-anticipated event - download the Sponsorship & Exhibition Prospectus today! https://lnkd.in/e62k5DNQ For more information, you can also visit the event website to view the WCRR 2025 Event Brochure https://lnkd.in/gTeaGCwk #WCRR2025 #RailResearchWeek #IHHA2025 #railevents #railinnovation MxV Rail Informa Connect Australia

🚄Stay tuned for upcoming announcements! Accepted #WCRR2025 papers and speakers to be announced shortly. ✍️ All abstracts have been professionally peer reviewed by at least two industry experts on their merits across a range of categories including: • Customer focus • Quality of research • Innovation and scientific contribution • Pathway to implementation • Collaboration • Relevance 👏🏻 Thanks to all the 800+ authors and 100+ reviewers for sharing their expertise. Visit the event website to subscribe to news and event updates www.railresearchweek.com 🥾Want a closer view of Kari Gonzales’ laptop screen? The #WCRR2025 includes a technical site visit to MxV Rail ‘s newly constructed FAST® Loop and other highlights of their multi-campus research facilities.

⏰ The #WCRR2025 Technical Committee is finalising its review of the record number of abstract submissions from across the world. Authors will be notified of the result of their submission(s) very soon!!

❄️ Winter shines a little brighter in Colorado. 🏔️ As the year comes to a close, we at WCRR 2025 HQ wanted to celebrate with the release of the WCRR 2025 event brochure! Check it out below ⤵️ Together with our hosts, MxV Rail, we wish you a safe and joyful holiday season and look forward to welcoming you in November 2025! It’s never too early to start planning! Conference registrations are now open with priority access to the special rates at The Broadmoor available exclusively to sponsors and attendees. #RailResearchWeek #WCRR2025 #IHHA2025 Kari Gonzales Scott Cummings Niki Toussaint Tina Karas Sarah Ingram Anthony Anemogiannis Informa Connect Australia

🌍 The world is coming to Colorado, USA for the 14th World Congress on Railway Research (WCRR), this time next year! 🙏 A huge thank you to the researchers, experts, and innovators who submitted 520+ abstracts from all around the globe. From cutting-edge technologies to next-gen solutions, these submissions represent the very best in railway research, inspiring innovative and resilient railways. 🚀 The Official Live Launch of WCRR 2025 is tomorrow - November 18, 2024! Be the first to know all the exciting updates and get involved. Sign up now to stay in the loop: https://lnkd.in/gd2mftbb #WCRR2025 #RailResearchWeek #IHHA2025 #railevents #railinnovation MxV Rail Informa Connect Australia

🚨 Final Call! 🚨 The deadline for submitting your abstract for the WCRR 2025 is just around the corner—this Friday, October 18! Don't miss your chance to showcase your work and share your research results ideas or projects to a captivated in-person audience. An incredible opportunity to highlight your contributions to the global rail industry. Ready to make your mark? For submission details and more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/dX9fG_HM #WCRR2025 #IHHA2025 #RailResearchWeek INTERNATIONAL HEAVY HAUL ASSOCIATION MxV Rail Informa Connect Australia

Rail Research Week 2025: abstract submission deadline extended The Call for Abstracts deadline for Rail Research Week 2025 has been extended. 👉 New deadline for abstract submission: October 18, 2024 This event offers an opportunity for researchers and industry professionals to present their work on key topics, including: 🔹 Rail infrastructure and technology advancements 🔹 Enhancements in rail safety and security 🔹 Sustainable and eco-friendly practices 🔹 Innovations in passenger and freight systems 🔹 Emerging trends and rail transportation policies 📅 Key dates: 🔹 Notification of acceptance: January 2025 🔹 Full paper peview: June 2025 Submit your abstract to be part of this significant event focused on advancing rail research and collaboration: https://lnkd.in/dX9fG_HM Informa Connect INTERNATIONAL HEAVY HAUL ASSOCIATION MxV Rail #WCRR2025 #IHHA2025 #RailInnovation #RailResearchWeek

MxV Rail is delighted to host the 14th World Congress of Railway Research (WCRR 2025), November 17-21, 2025, in our beautiful home state of Colorado, USA. For the first time, the WCRR event will be held in concert with the 13th INTERNATIONAL HEAVY HAUL ASSOCIATION Conference (IHHA). This joint gathering will celebrate Rail Research Week with networking and knowledge sharing at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, CO, and the MxV Rail research campus in Pueblo, CO. The Call for Abstracts for the WCRR and IHHA events is now OPEN! Abstracts will address the theme: “Inspiring Innovative and Resilient Railways.” Visit the Rail Research Week website (https://ow.ly/fkoY50SykU5) to learn about the paper categories and how to submit your abstract. #WCRR2025 #IHHA2025 #RailResearch #WeAreMxVRail