Join us for the Women in Rail Conference 2025
“Evolution not Revolution”
Keynote speaker, Rt.Hon Heidi Alexander MP, Secretary of State for Transport
When: Wednesday 19th November 2025
Where: Turner & Townsend, 1 New Change, London EC4M 9AF
Timings:
09:15 – 10:00 Coffee and Networking
10:00 – 16:00 Conference
16:00 – 17:30 Networking and Refreshments
Program:
Held under the theme ‘Evolution not Revolution’, the Conference will explore the sustained, strategic change being delivered through the four pillars of the Women in Rail Business Plan. This is your opportunity to reflect, learn, contribute and connect with colleagues across the industry.
The day will feature:
- A welcome from Marie Daly, Chair of Women in Rail, sharing updates and actions from across our 2025–2026 business plan
- A keynote address from Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP, Secretary of State for Transport
- Contributions from our Platinum Corporate Members – DFTO, Network Rail, Hitachi and Unipart
- Insightful discussions and data on:
- Pathways into the rail industry
- Inclusive workplace cultures
- Future skills and workforce trends
- Diversity metrics and progress
- Practical strategies supporting women’s career development
- Interactive syndicate sessions focused on the ‘Attract and Engage’ and ‘Support and Promote’ pillars
- Talks from role models and industry leaders,
- A spotlight on Women in Rail’s national mentoring programme and the legacy of Railway 200
- Networking opportunities to build cross-sector relationships
Whether you are attending in person or joining online, the Women in Rail Conference 2025 promises to be a dynamic, thought-provoking and empowering day.
Attendance in-person £20 attendance on-line £10. Tickets are non refundable.
Tickets on sale via Eventbrite – BOOK NOW
This event is open to Women in Rail members only.
See You There!
With thanks to our hosts, Turner & Townsend
