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Event Type: Technical lecture
09 September 2026 17:00 to 19:00
East Midlands Railway - Derby
Alan Aitken and Connor Mason will present an overview on the enhancement of the primary suspension on the TF20 intermodal wagon bogie.
Industry: Railway
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Event Type: Technical visit
24 June 2026 18:00 to 21:00
Golden Valley Light Railway - Ripley
The Golden Valley Light Railway has invited members of the IMechE Midlands Centre to their Guest Evening. Guests will be able to visit the workshops, operate some locomotives under supervision and take a steam hauled train ride along the line. The event is free to attend although donations to the GVLR are always welcome.
Industry: Railway
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Event Type: Technical visit
14 May 2026 09:00 to 13:00
Nottingham Tram Depot - Nottingham
Visit to Nottingham tram depot
Industry: Railway
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Event Type: Technical lecture
08 April 2026 17:00 to 19:00
East Midlands Railway - Derby
Kit Spackman will speak on the history of the APT
Industry: Railway
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Event Type: Technical lecture
11 March 2026 17:00 to 19:00
East Midlands Railway - Derby
Rachel Turner will present an in-depth look at the Class 810 “Aurora” project - Hitachi’s new hybrid Intercity train for the Midland Mainline. Designed in Pistoia, Italy, and assembled in Newton Aycliffe, UK, Aurora builds on the Class 80x IEP platform but introduces a new design and hybrid technology, offering equal performance in both electric and diesel modes.
Industry: Railway