TransCityRail NORTH has been helping the supply chain unlock contract opportunities across the region through direct access to the leaders of the industry looking to partner with suppliers like you.

Seize the moment with CP7 and unlock exciting opportunities for the supply chain across Northern England. This is your exclusive chance to connect with key stakeholders like Network Rail and lead the way in shaping the future by contributing to the growth and investment in enhancing the region's rail network.

Book your ticket and gain exclusive access to leaders of industry from Network Rail, Train Operators and Major contractors awarding £billions in contracts across CP7 and beyond.

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Registration / Breakfast / Networking / Exhibition

Grab your name badge, breakfast and start your networking early

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Simon Elliott, Head of Rail, Transport for Greater Manchester



Following the scrapping of the Northern legs of HS2, what and where is the £19.6 bn being invested in the North? It was stated that a brand-new station and line connection be built in Bradford, for the purpose of reducing journey times from 56 to 30 minutes to Manchester via Huddersfield. Listen to Simon talk about the opportunities and where does Greater Manchester go from here.

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Jon Humphries, Project Director, Transpennine Rail Upgrade, AMEY


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Leaders Debate - Arup


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Christian Irwin OBE, Capital Delivery Director, North West & Central, Network Rail

The control period 7 covers 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2029. The total amount due to be spent on the NW&C capital delivery frameworks for the period is close to £2bn. Join the new Capital Delivery Director, Christian who is eager to meet and work with the supply chain, and industry partners to deliver the outcomes needed across the region. He will also explain the plans and opportunities for the industry over the next five years.
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Leaders Debate - Maximising the benefits of digital signalling in partnership with AtkinsRéalis


Maximising the benefits of digital signalling

Join this panel discussion to understand how we are working differently as a rail industry to accelerate the rollout of digital signalling and to deliver transformative benefits for the next generation of passengers and freight users. Hear from leaders of the multi-billion pound East Coast Digital, Trilink and Transpennine Route Upgrade programmes.

  • James Webster, Director System Integrations, Atkins Realis
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Leaders Debate - Lumo Trains


Speakers TBC

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Refreshments / Networking / Exhibition

Grab a coffee, mid morning snack and a fist full of business cards during the first networking opportunity of the day

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Leaders Debate - What changes are needed within the rail industry to maximise the benefits of upcoming legislative changes and deliver much-needed new and improved infrastructure? In partnership with Mott MacDonald

Following the 2024 King’s Speech, huge change is on the horizon for the railway industry as major bills look to boost holistic thinking, streamline planning and devolve greater powers across the regions. Join our leaders as we discuss the opportunities, changes and impacts, and what this means for our industry.
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Andrew Dugdale, Market Director, mass transit, rail and highways, Systra

The importance of Rail to the Northern Economy



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Martin Tugwell Chief Executive, Transport for the North


The North requires a fit-for-purpose rail network with strong North-South and EastWest connections. This would act as the backbone of a high-quality, reliable, resilient, and equitable passenger network, capable of supporting the future growth of rail patronage, and with the capacity and capability to adapt to modern freight requirements. Join Martin to understand the opportunities for industry to assist in the delivery of the TfN's Strategic Plan.
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Lunch / Networking / Exhibition

Grab your lunch, talk to the speakers about how you can help with their challenges and network with new customers.

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Leaders Debate - Designing the railway of the future in partnership with West Coast Partnership Development


This panel discussion will explore what is needed to ensure the railway of the future delivers for customers and economic growth – both nationally and regionally. They will talk about the need for a customer-focused mindset to transform our railway as well as finding innovative solutions to the challenges along the way. Furthermore, with high-speed rail on the horizon, the panel will discuss the role it can play in driving future growth and what is needed to make it a success.

  • Shamit Weinburger Gaiger, Managing Director, West Coast Partnership Development
  • Andrew Dixon, Head of High Speed Rail - Infrastructure Delivery & Development Programme, Manchester City Council
  • Phil James, Route Director North West at Network Rail

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The Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill CBE, Minister for Rail


Rail Minister, Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill CBE will share his vision for the future of our railways and infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity for the supply chain to be part of a transformative journey that aims to enhance railway performance through greener transport, better integrated transport networks, infrastructure that benefits the nation and reform to revolutionise and reshape the rail industry for the better.

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Kevin Rayment, Reliability Process Manager, Network Rail


Kevin’s will introduce the background and context that led to the introduction to Design for Reliability (which is a mandated part of Product Acceptance required for all controlled products introduced to the Rail Infrastructure) before giving an overview of the DFR process, what it actually means for suppliers and finally signposting them towards the support that is available.

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Councillor Martin Gannon, Deputy Mayor and the Portfolio Holder for Transport, North East Combined Authority



Transport for the North East ceased to exist as the North East Combined Authority was formed 7 May 2024. The North East is part of the East Coast Main Line and also has a number of rail projects to accomplish from new stations and new lines. Listen to the Deputy Mayor at the North East Combined Authority as he explains the opportunities and the investment to deliver rail fit for the future for the communities in the region.
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Apprentice Panel - Apprentice Journey

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Dinner Agenda

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Networking drinks reception
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Inspirational Speaker - tbc
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Dinner & Networking - Principal Partner - Aaron Rail


These times and invited speakers are subject to change without notice