Railway Interior Innovation Summit USA

RAILWAY INTERIOR INNOVATION SUMMIT USA

MAY 12-14, 2026 | WASHINGTON, D.C., USA

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Welcome

We are delighted to welcome you to the Railway Interior Innovation Summit USA, held in partnership with Amtrak in the nation’s capital. During May 12 – 14, 2026, industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries will come together to explore the future of train interiors in the United States.

From breakthrough technologies to cutting-edge materials, this summit will showcase the innovations shaping passenger experience and operational efficiency in modern rail travel. Building on the participation of leading train manufacturers, suppliers, and operators in past editions, this year promises to deliver even deeper insights and transformative ideas.

This exclusive gathering is your opportunity to network with peers, exchange expertise, and collaborate on redefining the standards of comfort, sustainability, and design for the next generation of American rail travel.

We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of railway interiors in the U.S.

gain

... knowledge on trends, opportunities and challenges on the rail interior topics

Enlarge

... your network by exchanging business cards during our networking activities

Promote

... your business to key stakeholders

meet

... meet with decision makers from manufacturers, designers, suppliers, government officials and explore how you can be part of their future projects

ADVISORY BOARD

Brightline

Rail Passengers Association/ NARP

VIA Rail Canada

PriestmanGoode

Jacobs

Amtrak

PRIVIOUS SPEAKERS AND GUESTS

Brightline

Siemens Mobility, North America

Siemens Mobility North America

Siemens Mobility Limited

Rail Passengers Association/ NARP

VIA Rail Canada

Connecticut Department of Transportation

Alstom

FINEGAN RAIL CONSULTING GROUP LLC

DCRail Advisory, LLC; Raul V. Bravo & Associates

Lunatrain

Giugiaro Architettura

WAGNER Rail Schweiz GmbH

Tricon AG

Amtrak, NRPC

SEKISUI KYDEX

Dreamstar

Designworks

Caltrans

Jacobs

tangerine

DB E.C.O. North America, Inc.

Canadian Railway Services

Tshiuetin Rail Transportation

SunRail

Stadler US Inc.

3M

Perrone - an Insperial company

Alstom

NextGen Acela Interior Design

NextGen Acela Exterior Design

NextGen Acela Interior Design

PREVIOUS PARTNER

SEKISUI KYDEX

SEKISUI KYDEX innovates and creates sustainable thermoplastic material solutions for the next generation of product design to help enhance the passenger experience.

The KYDEX® Thermoplastics Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM) business model of manufacturing bespoke materials with short lead times in small quantities expands beyond thermoplastic sheet.
The fully compliant KYDEX® portfolio also includes injection molding resins, proprietary Infused ImagingTM technology, integral special effects, unique textures, antibacterial protection and custom products and design.
The SEKISUI KYDEX appLabTM and designLab® Innovation Centers are collaborative spaces for clients and customers to bring the supply chain together for rapid prototyping and design development.
These spaces are the bridge between engineering and art.

PREVIOUS SPONSORS

OMER SpA

OMER S.p.A. was founded in Palermo in 1990 as a manufacturer of components for road vehicles. In 1993 OMER started operations in the sector of components and interior furnishings for railway vehicles.

Today OMER is an international operator in the field of design and production of railway components with a high engineering and innovative content, designed to be fitted on high-speed, regional and subway trains.
The company works in partnership with rolling stock manufacturers engaging in the construction of finished railway vehicles, as required by railway transport operators.
The Group specializes in the design and production of all-round interiors, i.e. interior coverings for all the areas of a vehicle, toilet module cabins, as well as carriage exterior components, such as fairings and doors. The Group is also committed to pursue compliance with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) parameters.
OMER has developed a proprietary technology that allows it to combine design and the use of aluminum, a green, recyclable and environmentally friendly material. The Group develops and manufactures internally, through a highly vertical production process, almost all of its customers’ job orders, in the industrial plants of Carini (Palermo) and Sterling Heights in Detroit (Michigan).

SkyPaxxx

SkyPaxxx is a FAA and EASA repair station specializing in seating and interiors and the manufacturer of SkyTiles® carpet.

As a Customer First, Customer Focused company, SkyPaxxx has built a reputation as the premier destination for all of your aircraft interior needs.
With a complete range of services and capabilities on every interior component, including customized on wing support, SkyPaxxx is ready to handle any requirement for any fleet.
A Crystal Cabin Award winner, Sky-Tiles need no serging, guarantee no fraying or shrinking, and are 100% recyclable with a 3 year appearance guarantee.

PriestmanGoode

PriestmanGoode is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading design studios working in transport today.

Our expertise spans everything from rail to aviation, autonomous vehicles, cruise ships and personal transport.
We work with operators, rolling stock manufacturers and across the supply chain on both industrial and vehicle design, as well as liveries and branding, interiors and customer experience.
We have a proven track record of delivering ground- breaking transport solutions for our clients and their passengers.
Moreover, we regularly develop our own initiatives around future mobility solutions. These projects give us an opportunity to address issues – from accessibility to sustainability – that we believe lie at the heart of successful future transport.

SENOPLAST

Founded in 1956 SENOPLAST Klepsch & Co. GmbH has produced for more than 60 years extruded plastic sheets and films for thermoforming. Over the years the company has grown into a specialist for the co- extrusion of multi-layer sheets and films and has become known as the technological leader in this field.

From its Austrian headquarters in Piesendorf SENOPLAST provides customers around the world and from all kinds of industries with senosan® products. The plastic sheets and films established under the trade mark senosan® are not only used in the automotive and transportation industries but are also well-known for excellent quality and brilliant surfaces in the sanitary and furniture industries.
In 2000 an additional production location opened in Querétaro, Mexico, which meant that customers in the NAFTA area could be served quicker and more efficiently. The 3rd global production unit started production in May 2020 in Suzhou, China.
SENOPLAST has enjoyed global success with innovative and high quality plastic sheets and films made of ABS, ABS/PC, PC, ASA, PMMA and PS as raw materials including flame retardant materials.

Insperial

Insperial is a group specializing in surface solutions for the mass transportation industry, offering customization and creativity to enhance operations with sustainable materials. With a global presence in the Americas, Europe, and Asia, Insperial combines local support with a global perspective.

For over 30 years, Perrone Aerospace has been a leader in advanced leather and materials manufacturing. Based in Fultonville, NY, Perrone produces high-quality leather products used by top airlines worldwide. Perrone is a proud part of the Insperial group.
Adhetec is a market leader in decorative and adhesive solutions for aircraft, offering customized high-resolution graphics, textured surfaces, and backlight films with fast turnaround and low order quantities. Adhetec is also part of the Insperial group.

ULTIMATE Europe

ULTIMATE Europe Transportation Equipment GmbH specializes in developing, distributing, and servicing components for passenger rail vehicles.

Our portfolio includes gangways, automatic doors, and interior solutions, setting us apart in the industry.
Headquartered in Austria, with global locations, we serve OEMs and refurbishment clients worldwide.
Certified with IRIS and ISO, we ensure top-quality standards.
Our in-house R&D and testing teams deliver cost-efficient, integrated solutions.
As a young, dynamic team, we focus on flexible, customer-driven innovations.
Our flexible approach and strong customer focus drive us to develop effective solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Milwaukee Composites, Inc. (MCI)

For over 28 years, Milwaukee Composites, Inc. (MCI) has been a global leader in advanced phenolic composite panels, providing the transit industry with lightweight, maintenance-free solutions.

MCI focuses on engineering innovative products that offer up to 42% energy savings, 100% reliability, and the lowest total cost of ownership.
Our custom high-performance panels are maintenance-free for 35 years, highly fire-resistant, and offer up to 50% weight savings.
MCI’s patented technology is used in floor panels, heated panels, ceilings, walls, and transit doors.
Our lightweight panels eliminate the delamination and moisture issues of traditional materials, making them the most cost-effective and durable solution for transit authorities, railcar engineers, and refurbishment companies.

Transtech Innovations

Since 1994, Transtech Innovations has been at the forefront of developing and manufacturing cutting-edge railway/bus electronics products with the industry best-in-class.

We specialize in addressing complex requirements within interior systems, such has multi-zone heated floor systems with ground fault detection, anti-vandalism passenger convenience outlets (USB & 120V), low-profile information indicators panels, lighting systems controllers, and much more.
Our company provides both off-the-shelf and custom products tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.
With over 35,000 products installed in buses and 20,000 products for passenger railcars across North America, TranstechInnovations stands as your reliable and trusted partner.

3M

At 3M, we apply science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily. Today, more than 60,000 3M products are used in homes, businesses, schools, hospitals and other industries.

One-third of our sales come from products invented within the past five years, thanks to innovations from the thousands of researchers and scientists we employ around the world.
With corporate operations in 70 countries and sales in 200, we are committed to creating the technology and products that advance every company, enhance every home and improve every life.
3M Commercial Branding and Transportation Solutions Division helps customers build brands and transform spaces with total graphics and signage solutions.
3M manufactures graphic films and flexible substrates, as well as inks and toners used to create finished graphics that are consistent, reliable, and durable.
3M also holds training programs for installers of all skill levels to help them grow their businesses and build their reputations. 3M graphic solutions are also easy to apply in the Rail Market, as they can be implemented into current workstreams without the need for an investment in a paint booth or special equipment.
Graphic films can be applied directly on the manufacturing line or at the maintenance facility. Using film instead of paint also allows you to streamline your manufacturing or maintenance process, helping you get the rail cars up and running sooner.

KEY TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED

Developments from Amtrak
Potential of Railway Interiors in North America
Railway Interior Procurement in North America
Upcoming Projects and Tenders in North America
High-Speed Train Developments
Comfort vs. Space
Lighting in Train Interiors

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WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE ON-SITE

WHO IS WHO

Get in touch with other experts before the conference starts. Take a look at the business cards and photos while enjoying your first conversational and networking experience.

KEYNOTE SPEECH

Get to know in-depth knowledge, listen and learn from industry experts, including OEMs, train operators, regulators, seat manufacturers and materials suppliers.

SPEEDNET WORKING

Break the ice and get to know your industry peers in these fast-paced one-to-one meetings. Greet each participant in this series of brief exchanges and share your professional background.

PANEL DISCUSSION

Interact with our panelists, and ensure that all of your questions are answered during these sessions.

ROUNDTABLE SESSION

Discuss with experts or stakeholders, in a circular arrangement to exchange ideas, share insights, and address specific topics or chal- lenges. Be part of an environment for open dialogues and problem- solving, allowing for diverse perspectives to be heard and considered.

EVENING RECEPTION

RedCabin invites you to a Dinner. Take this opportunity to network and make new business contacts. Or just relax and round off your first conference day.

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