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

3M

SEKISUI KYDEX

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS AND GUESTS

Amtrak

Stadler

Rail Passengers Association/ NARP

Alstom

Diehl Rail India Pvt. Ltd./Diehl Rail

Rail Passengers Association/NARP

Brightline

American Public Transportation Association

Sekisui Kydex

Jacobs

Deutsche Bahn

DB E.C.O. North America

Siemens Mobility Rolling Stock North America

Siemens Mobility North America

3M

FINEGAN RAIL CONSULTING GROUP LLC

NextGen Acela Interior Design

NextGen Acela Exterior Design

NextGen Acela Interior Design

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.

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.

Trelleborg

Trelleborg leverages over 70 years of advanced polymer engineering expertise, proven in the aerospace industry, to deliver high-performance sealing, damping and protection solutions for rail interiors.

INPS Group

INPS Group enhances passenger rail environments with durable, compliant, design-driven interior and exterior solutions. We partner with design and engineering teams to turn concepts into reality, leveraging strong supplier relationships for a competitive edge.

Offerings include decorative laminates, wall foils, fiberglass panels, extrusions, and thermoformed components that meet fit, form, and function needs.
Integrated trim systems and ready-to-install washroom modules streamline builds.
Safety products—HPPL signage, LLEPM markings, LED signs, braille, and decals—meet FRA and APTA standards while enhancing aesthetics.
Easy clean, replaceable components and anti-graffiti.
We deliver 3D logos, wayfinding graphics, and full fleet livery wraps. One partner for every surface.

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.

Diehl Aviation

Diehl Aviation is part of the Diehl Group, a global technology group with decades of experience in aerospace, rail, defense and industrial solutions and a strong global footprint.

Alstom

Alstom is one of the leading rail companies in the world with a significant presence in the U.S. We have delivered more than 12,000 new or renovated vehicles to our U.S. customers, including the high-speed NextGen Acela trainsets for Amtrak that began service in August 2025. Our design expertise is considerable and has earned us five Red Dot and five Good Design awards since 2020. Alstom is also the #1 private operator in the U.S., serving more than 20 rail and airport customers and moving millions of passengers daily.

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.

Bentech

Bentech designs and manufactures interior components for the passenger rail and bus industries. Our products include handrail assemblies, fittings and strap hangers, modesty panels and windscreens, luggage and bike racks, overhead parcel racks, storage trollies and more.

The Philadelphia Pipe Bending Company bends pipe and tubing from ½ inch od to 12 inch pipe sizes. We are an ASME code certified fabricator for bending, rolling and welding in all industrial metals. We are also qualified for AWS and ISO welding. We provide the railway industry with pipe and tubing for hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic and food processing requirements.

All Quality Aluminum Foundry (AQAF) is an aluminum sandcast foundry in Smoketown, Pennsylvania. AQAF designs and manufactures handrail fittings with polished and anodized finishes, and various colored powder coated finishes. AQAF is also a Division of the Philadelphia Pipe Bending Company Our other companies manufacture high precision plastics, metal stampings and laser and waterjet metal products.

SIEMENS MOBILITY INC.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States.

From the first light rail vehicles that were delivered to San Diego, California to the 30,000 rail crossings across America, Siemens Mobility has contributed to the power of connection, jobs, and investment to our American cities with eight manufacturing facilities, nearly 4,000 employees, and more than 2,000 suppliers across the United States. Their rolling stock serves nearly half a billion riders annually, while more than 100,000 data points are remotely monitored on their rail infrastructure in America yearly, enabling seamless transportation solutions nationwide.

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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