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Couldn’t apply yet to the Women in Rail Awards 2026? There is a good news for you: due to strong interest, we are giving you more time!

New deadline: 5 May 2026 at 12:00 CEST (noon)

Who can apply:

  • Teams
  • Companies
  • Organisations
  • Individuals active in the railway sector

Award categories:

  • Women Empowerment and Leadership Award
  • R&I in Railway Award
  • Next Generation in Rail Award
  • Women in Rail Operations Award

Co-organised by EU-Rail together with the European Commission, ALE, CER, EIM, ERA and UNIFE, the Awards celebrate initiatives that drive meaningful change and create opportunities for women in the railway industry.

The 2026 edition will recognise projects and activities that make a significant contribution to advancing the railway sector and improving access for women.

The winners will be announced at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin, showcasing outstanding achievements in leadership, innovation, education and operations.

Applications and nominations can be submitted here.

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