EU-Rail August 2026 Newsletter

Europe’s Rail Newsletter – August Edition

Stay up to date with the latest developments, events and results shaping the future of European rail innovation! 🚀

🚆InnoTrans 2026
The railway sector’s main international event is just around the corner! Discover more about EU-Rail’s participation at the joint stand with the European Commission (DG MOVE and DG INTPA) and the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA), and find out where to meet us during the event.

🌍Connecting Europe Days 2026
The journey continues in Brussels! As part of Connecting Europe Days, taking place from 28 September to 1 October 2026, EU-Rail is organising the side event “ERTMS Deal – Kick-starting ERTMS Deployment in Europe”🚄🇪🇺
Register for the event and join the discussion.

💡 Share your perspective and shape the future of rail.
EU-Rail is calling on stakeholders from across the rail ecosystem to submit contributions and share their perspectives. Whether you represent industry, research, academia, public authorities or another part of the rail ecosystem, your experience and expertise can help shape the next generation of European rail innovation. 🤝
Submit your contribution and make your voice heard.

🎧 EU-Rail Executive Director on the RAIL^UP Podcast
Discover the latest perspectives on European rail innovation and the role of collaborative research in transforming the sector.

🎙️ Five episodes dedicated to Flagship Project 2 – R2DATO
The Railway Podcast takes a closer look at FP2-R2DATO, exploring the project’s objectives, innovations and contribution to the future of rail.

📅 Upcoming events until the end of 2026
Plan ahead and discover the key events, conferences and opportunities where you can meet the Europe’s Rail community.

🔬 Latest milestones and results from EU-Rail projects
Explore the latest achievements, developments and results from Flagship and Exploratory Research Projects, highlighting the progress being made towards a more innovative, sustainable and competitive European rail system.