The Rise of IoT, AI & Data in Rail 2026
The number one event to match buyer requirements with expert solutions during the rail sectors digital evolution
About the event
The Rise of IoT, AI & Data in Rail returns to Cologne, Germany on 20 May 2026 – 21 May 2026, taking place at the Maritim Hotel Köln. Now in its seventh year, this annual summit is the rail industry's premier event for rail leaders overseeing digital transformation through IoT implementation, AI application, and big data analytics.
The conference brings together buyers and vendors of digital rail solutions for two days, with strategic conference sessions, round-table discussions, and networking receptions with live entertainment. Among the key topic areas of the conference are predictive maintenance, asset optimisation, digital twins, cybersecurity, blockchain in IoT interconnectivity, and low-cost big data platforms.
The conference attracts high-level delegates from train operators, infrastructure managers, systems integrators, suppliers, AI thought leaders, and decision-makers in the rail industry. With 98 % attendee satisfaction and 100 % sponsor rebooking in 2025, it offers unbeatable access to digital strategy and market need alignment.
Special engagement features involve networking dinners, group interviews that are structured, interactive workshops on digital twin technology and artificial intelligence, and a supportive community atmosphere provided by Rotaia Media through ongoing collaboration programs.