Event Type: Technical lecture

26 March 2026 17:00 to 19:00

The Class 99 is now in its final phase of acceptance for the UK rail network and deliveries of production batches have started. This new locomotive, a 25KV electric and Cummins Diesel, represents a new heavy freight (and passenger) design and will revolutionise GBRf freight transport. Not only is it more powerful and more economical it further improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions to a Stage V level. Bob will explain its development and introduction to the UK network.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Competition event

26 February 2026 17:30 to 19:30

The North Eastern heat of the National IMechE ‘Future of the Rail’ competition, where we invite topical papers by Young Engineers, judged by eminent railway engineers. Participants have the opportunity to win a cash prize and go forward to present at the prestigious IMechE HQ in Birdcage Walk, London. Please boot at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/imeche-rd-ne-centre

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk or debate

29 January 2026 17:00 to 19:00

Railway Division Chairman Rebeka Sellick will deliver her Chair's Address. Please register at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/imeche-rd-ne-centre Please note - earlier start time than usual!

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

18 December 2025 18:30 to 20:00

This lecture will explore the latest advances in railway traction technologies and their role in enabling a sustainable, efficient, and high-performance railway system. Professor Stuart Hillmansen will examine the evolution of traction systems beyond conventional electrification, focusing on emerging solutions that address decarbonisation, operational flexibility, and whole-system energy efficiency.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical lecture

06 November 2025 18:00 to 20:00

This lecture will explore how live and historical onboard data is utilised to identify developing faults, minimise unplanned failures, and enhance fleet availability on the Class 170 fleet, one of the most widespread and common diesel multiple units in the UK.

Industry: Railway