Greater Northwest Summit & BSPRA Annual Conference

Join rail industry leaders, elected officials, transportation professionals, manufacturers, tourism advocates, economic development organizations, and community stakeholders from across the Greater Northwest for three days of discussions focused on the future of passenger and freight rail.
Together, we'll explore how rail investments can strengthen commerce, expand mobility, create jobs, support tourism, and connect communities throughout Montana and the region.
What to Expect
✅Industry-leading speakers and panel discussions
✅Updates on the Big Sky North Coast Corridor
✅Freight and Passenger Rail development conversations
✅Rail workforce and economic development conversations
✅Public-Private Partnership Discussions
✅Networking Receptions and Banquet Events
✅BSPRA Annual Conference and Board Meeting
Key Event Highlights:
Tuesday, August 25
• BSPRA Board Meeting (Open to All) – 11:00 AM
• Opening Lunch – 12:30 PM
• Summit Sessions – 1:00–4:00 PM
• Opening Reception – 4:00–6:00 PM - Montana State Capitol Rotunda
Wednesday, August 26
• Full Day of Summit Sessions – 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Regional Passenger & Freight Rail Updates
• Workforce, Tourism, and Infrastructure Discussions
• Banquet & Founders Award – 6:00–8:00 PM - Montana Heritage Center
Thursday, August 27
• Breakfast & Welcome – 8:00 AM
• Morning Summit Sessions – 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Public-Private Partnership and Regional Collaboration Discussions
🏨Host Hotels
Great Northern Best Western - 835 Great Northern Boulevard, Helena, MT 59601
Delta Colonial - 2301 Colonial Drive, Helena, MT 59601
🎟️Register Today!
Additional speakers, session details, and conference updates will be announced soon. Be sure to follow this event page for the latest information.
Co-Hosted by
Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA)
PNWER Regional Infrastructure Accelerator
We look forward to welcoming you to Helena for this important conversation about the future of rail transportation across the Greater Northwest.