Future of Rail: Demand
Sponsored by Independent Rail Retailers
Rail demand has recovered to 97% of pre-Covid levels, and is only continuing to grow. Steer’s RIA-commissioned report in 2024 estimated that demand will grow anywhere between 37% and 97% by 2050. At The Future of Rail Demand in 2025, Steer will be publishing their latest reports into passenger demand, whilst we will discuss how this can be maximised
Agenda
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08:45
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Registration and Networking
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09:15
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Welcome
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09:25
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Part 1: Future of demand - what does the latest data show us about the future?
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- Mike Goggin, Managing Director, Transformation & Growth, Steer
- Mark Brownie, Associate, Steer
- Guy Bates, Head of Freight Development, Network Rail
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| 10:10 |
Part 2: The opportunity and implications for transport strategy |
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- Geoff Hobbs, Director of Public Transport Service Planning, Transport for London
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Panel discussion: |
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Speakers include:
- Silviya Barrett, Director of Policy and Campaigns, Campaign for Better Transport
- Geoff Hobbs, Director of Public Transport Service Planning, Transport for London
- Natasha Grice, Director, Transport Focus
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| 11:00 |
Networking break |
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| 11:30 |
Part 3: Practical implications - what do we need to do as a sector? |
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- Martin Prior, Head of Revenue Analysis & Reporting, GBRTT
- Martin Beable, Managing Director, Greater Anglia
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Panel discussion: how to grow rail usage and revenues |
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Speakers include:
- Anthony Smith, Chair, Independent Rail Retailers
- Jo Field, Founder, JFG Communications and President, Women in Transport
- Robert Girgis, Director of Policy, Rail Partners
- Andrea Green, UK&I Business Development Director, Alstom
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| 12:45 |
Networking Lunch |
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| 14:00 |
Event Close |
About the Future of Rail Series
In RIA’s 150th year, and marking the 200th anniversary of the railway, the RIA Future of Rail series leads and shapes the national debate on the future of the rail sector. Through a programme of dynamic events held across the UK, this series tackles some of the rail industry's most pressing topics, from demand and investment to devolution and exports.
With themes including Demand, Rail Reform, Decarbonisation & Climate Adaptation, Integrated Transport, Investment, Stations, Devolution, Exports, and Whole System Planning, the series brings together thought leaders and industry experts to explore innovative solutions that benefit the sector and the country as a whole. Free for RIA members, these events provide a unique platform for fresh ideas, evidence-based insights, and strategic discussions.
RIA actively invites contributions from organisations with pioneering perspectives and research to shape the conversation, drive progress, and inspire meaningful change for the future of rail.