CIRO is delighted to announce the return of its 6th annual Rail Ops conference!
Through the continued support of CIRO’s Corporate Members, this in-person event is exclusive to CIRO members and partners.
With a host of prominent rail specialists ready to share their valuable knowledge, experience and thoughts, the event is sure to offer an exciting insight into key industry developments. This year, we have broadened the event to cover a variety of contemporary themes.
With panel interviews and the opportunity to ask questions during interactive Q&A sessions, this will be a dynamic learning event with participation from all. Members are encouraged to come along, meet their fellow member network, say hi to the CIRO team, and make the most of this learning opportunity.
“I cannot overstate the importance of the knowledge I acquired listening to experts and colleagues on a variety of topics, challenges, and potential solutions in the rail industry”
-Rail Ops Conference Attendee


Wednesday 3rd June 2026
etc.venues Manchester
11 Portland St
Manchester M1 3HU
etc.venues is situated just a few minutes’ walk from Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Oxford Road and Manchester Victoria stations.
Members and partners interested in the event should register their interest HERE.
Due to the popularity of this event, attendees will be drawn from a ballot.
(you will need your membership number to register for the conference)
The ballot will remain open until 23:59 on the 4th of March.
Those selected in the draw of the ballot will be contacted by the end of March, and those who are unsuccessful will be notified and sent recordings of the conference to watch after the close of the event.