RIA to host conference at Rolling Stock Networking (RSN)

Rolling Stock Networking (RSN) is pleased to announce that The Railway Industry Association (RIA) is the Rolling Stock Networking (RSN) conference partner for the 2025 event on 3 July 2025 at the Derby Arena.

The conference will consider the future outlook for UK rolling stock in the short, medium and long term, and is free to attend. It will examine current options and proposals for the procurement of new build trains as well as fleet cascade and refurbishment options while focusing on how to adapt rail infrastructure and integrate alternative traction to achieve net zero targets.

RIA Technical & Innovation Director Richard Carr commented: “The Rolling Stock Networking Conference and Exhibition is the leading UK event dedicated to rolling stock and its supply chain. We are thrilled to host this year’s conference, providing a platform to promote the UK Rolling Stock supply chain, showcase significant technological and innovative advancements, and engage in important policy and long-term strategy discussions.”

RSN Events Director – Kevin Lane added: “The Conference is a very important part of RSN, bringing high quality information to attendees to help them succeed in the industry. RIA are unparalleled in their industry advocacy and connections, being exceptionally close to the unfolding direction of the future railway. We are looking forward to the conference and are certain that this will be both insightful and essential to delegates.”

Delegates at the 2024 Conference edition

About RIA:

The Railway Industry Association (RIA) champions a dynamic UK rail supply sector. We help to grow a sustainable, and high-performing railway as well as promoting UK rail expertise and products to international markets. RIA has over 400 companies in membership in an industry which contributes £43 billion in economic growth and £14 billion in tax revenue each year, as well as employing 710,000 people. It is also a foundation sector for the UK’s economy which supports sustainable investment and jobs in towns and communities across the UK; for every £1 spent in rail, £2.50 is generated in the wider economy. RIA’s membership is active across the whole of railway supply, covering a diverse range of products and services and including both multi-national companies and SMEs (60% by number). 

About RSN:

RSN 2025 is a full-scale, international rail show focused specifically on Passenger and Freight Rolling Stock, Technical Enhancements, Depot Equipment, Ancillary Services and the Rail Supply Chain.

The show offers low-cost, high-quality, rail market access to companies of all sizes – giving you the opportunity to secure new business and develop and strengthen relationships.

RSN is in its sixth edition and is held annually in Derby UK at Derby Arena with the 2025 event taking place on 3rd July .

RSN is free to attend as is the RIA Conference.