RIA InnoTrans Briefing 2026

Date: 7 July 2026
Time: 10:30-12:30
Networking lunch: 12:30-13:00
Location: RIA's offices, Kings Buildings, 16 Smith Square, London, SW1P 3HQ

Event overview:

This briefing will provide an update on UK activity at InnoTrans 2026. Topics will include:

- RIA UK Pavilion and exhibitor arrangements
- Logistics and planning for the event
- UK networking reception and other additional activity
- Media and wider programme support

RIA along with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will outline planned support for UK companies, including additional events and in-market activity. An experienced UK exhibitor will also share practical guidance on attending or exhibiting at InnoTrans. A detailed agenda will be circulated closer to the event.

Who should attend

Open to all UK-registered rail companies. The session is particularly relevant for organisations planning to attend or exhibit at InnoTrans 2026, including those attending for the first time.

- Maximum two representatives per company
- Registrations close at 17:00 on 1 July, or earlier if capacity is reached

RIA InnoTrans 2026 Activity

RIA’s programme of activity with partners includes:

- UK Pavilion located in Hall 2.2 (fully booked).
- UK @ InnoTrans Brochure – Connecting UK capability with global markets - a publication promoting UK companies, distributed digitally in advance of the event and available in print at the UK Pavilion. For inclusion in the 2026 edition, please contact the RIA/RBD team. Our 2024 brochure can be found here.
- Meet the DBT Trade Adviser to be held at the UK Pavilion (Hall 2.2), further details on DBT representatives and markets will be shared.
- InnoTrans 2026 Networking Reception held at British Embassy, Berlin on Wednesday 23 September. Registration details to follow.
- Sponsorship Opportunities - limited opportunities are available for the Networking Reception. Please contact the RIA team for further information.