Past Events

Please click the event heading for further information.
  • Event Type: Technical lecture
    07 January 2026 17:15 to 19:00
    Garner Hotel - Reading
    An explanation of the current research and practical application of adhesion between rail wheel and rail. This is an in-person event in Reading and also available online - see joining instructions by clicking on event title.
    Industry: Railway
  • Event Type: Technical lecture
    08 December 2025 17:00 to 20:00
    STEAM Museum - Swindon
    Graham Nicholas presents his take on the opportunities for worldwide rail travel. Family christmas lecture followed by complementary hot buffet.
    Industry: Railway
  • Event Type: Social event
    01 December 2025 17:30 to 20:00
    Queens Tap - Swindon
    Our colleagues at the CIRO are running their annual Quiz, please see details by clicking title
    Industry: Railway
  • Event Type: Technical lecture
    18 November 2025 17:30 to 19:00
    Rooms 5/6, Western House - Swindon
    Joint event with IET. The presentation will centre on the 4LM project which is signalling upgrade using CBTC technology (communications based train control) for four London Underground lines (H&C, Circle, District and Metropolitan). The key focus will be on the radio access network (RAN) a crucial subsystem of CBTC.
    Industry: Railway
  • Event Type: Technical lecture
    11 November 2025 17:00 to 20:00
    Siemen's - Chippenham
    Siemens project engineers will present including demonstration of how the various signalling sub-systems are integrated offsite in a lab environment.
    Industry: Railway
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