Rail Link Belfast 2026@ The ICC/Waterfront Hall

Schedule

Wed Sep 02 2026 at 08:30 am to 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

ICC Belfast | International Convention & Exhibition Centre | Belfast, NI

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We return to Belfast in 2026 and have moved to a larger venue due to increased demand. The show will consist of talks 8:30-11 and expo 11-3
About this Event

Event overview Join us at Rail Link Belfast 2026—Ireland’s No.1 rail expo. Building on the success of our 2025 talks, we’re continuing the morning programme in 2026. To cover delivery costs, the talks are ticketed with strictly limited capacity.

What’s on

  • Expo (free): 11:00–15:00. Meet operators, contractors, consultants, and suppliers from across the rail ecosystem. Discover new products, services, and partnerships.
  • Morning Talks (paid, ticketed): 08:30–11:00. Curated sessions on delivery, safety, innovation, electrification, digital rail, sustainability, and lessons learned—led by industry practitioners. Capacity limited to 100.

Who should attend

  • Rail operators, infrastructure owners, contractors, consultants, and suppliers
  • Policy, procurement, and project teams
  • Technology providers and SMEs entering the rail market
  • Graduates and early‑career professionals

Schedule at a glance

  • 08:00–08:30 Registration for Morning Talks
  • 08:30–11:00 Morning Talks (ticketed, 100 seats only)
  • 11:00–15:00 Free Expo (open to all registered attendees)
  • 15:00 Close

Tickets

  • Morning Talks Ticket (paid): Includes access to the 08:30–11:00 programme and the Expo (11:00–15:00). Seats are first‑come, first‑served— Earlybird tickets available when purchased in 2025.
  • Expo Pass (free): Access to the Expo only (11:00–15:00). Does not include entry to the Morning Talks.

Why attend

  • Hear timely insights on live challenges and best practice in UK & Ireland rail
  • Network with peers and decision‑makers in a focused, one‑day format
  • Discover suppliers, innovations, and opportunities across the supply chain

Location

  • ICC Belfast (full venue details provided in your confirmation and pre‑event email)

Accessibility and travel

  • The venue will be accessible; please share any specific requirements during registration.
  • Public transport and travel guidance will be shared ahead of the event.

Exhibiting or sponsoring

FAQs

  • Are the talks free? No. Morning Talks are paid and ticketed to cover delivery costs.
  • Is the Expo free? Yes—registration required.
  • Do Morning Talks tickets include the Expo? Yes.
  • Refunds/transfers: Tickets are transferable and non-refundable; for queries, contact [email protected].
  • Photography/filming: Event photography and filming may take place. By attending you consent to reasonable use for event marketing. Let us know at check‑in if you have concerns.

Contact

Select your ticket type to secure your place—Morning Talks sell out quickly and are limited to 100 seats.

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Where is it happening?

ICC Belfast | International Convention & Exhibition Centre, 2 Lanyon Pl, Belfast BT1 3WH, Belfast, United Kingdom

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Tickets

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