Grab your name badge, breakfast and start your networking early.

Katie Vollbracht will sit at the heart of the discussion on how funding is shaping the future of Scotland’s rail network. She will outline the ambitious programmes driving procurement priorities, focused on connecting communities to essential services, advancing sustainable transport, and strengthening economic growth across the country.

This panel will explore Scotland’s railway business plan, examining investment priorities, funding certainty, and delivery expectations. Industry leaders will share how plans are translating into programmes of work, what outcomes are expected from suppliers, and where the greatest opportunities sit across Scotland’s rail network.

David Ross will outline ScotRail’s core procurement priorities, including a major suburban fleet replacement programme, battery and electrification solutions, long-term technical support and spares agreements, and passenger experience upgrades. Suppliers will gain insight into forthcoming fleet, sustainability, safety and SME-focused contract opportunities across Scotland’s rail network.

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

This panel will explore how digital transformation is shaping the future of Scotland’s railway operations. Industry leaders will discuss the role of data, emerging technologies, and digital capability in improving performance, safety, and efficiency, while highlighting where suppliers can support smarter decision-making and more resilient, future-ready rail services.

Jon Newton will outline Scottish Rail Holdings’ major fleet renewal programmes, including EMU and BEMU replacements for the HST fleet, 69 new suburban electric and battery-electric trains, and the upcoming 10-year Caledonian Sleeper locomotive contract. Suppliers will gain early visibility of live and forthcoming procurement opportunities.

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

Industry leaders will outline forthcoming investment pipelines, clarify procurement priorities, and define the capabilities, innovation, and partnerships the sector requires from suppliers. The session will give attendees direct insight into where opportunities lie, how frameworks will operate, and what suppliers must demonstrate to secure work across Scotland’s transport infrastructure market.

Ross Moran will take to the stage to speak directly to the supply chain about Network Rail’s procurement priorities and its plans to expand and strengthen its supplier base to drive greater innovation across the rail network.

This panel will examine how Scotland’s railway is putting passengers first, focusing on accountability, service standards, and end-to-end journey experience. Speakers will discuss expectations for operators and suppliers alike, highlighting how innovation, performance, and collaboration can improve reliability, accessibility, and customer satisfaction across the Scottish rail network.