Young Rail Professionals (YRP)

Last week, Vextrix, one of our Gold corporate sponsors, hosted an engaging workshop in London, showcasing the power of Scan to BIM technology in rail projects. YRP members explored 3D Revit models, immersive Matterport tours, and VR tools, gaining insights into how these innovations enhance accessibility and passenger experiences. If you missed it, don’t worry - there’s still time to join us in Manchester tonight for another fantastic workshop! Date & Time: Tonight, 28th November, 17:30 - 19:30 Location: Unit 7, 5 Blantyre Street, Manchester, M15 4JJ If you haven't registered yet, now's your last chance: https://lnkd.in/eK5t_DG9 #NorthWest #RailInnovation #ScanToBIM #FutureOfTransport

Yesterday our Gold corporate sponsors Vextrix hosted our London & South East region at their offices in Holborn to deliver a presentation and interactive workshop on the latest Scan to BIM technology and how it is used on rail projects. The workshop shared insights on how to create detailed 3D Revit models, immersive Matterport tours and virtual walkthroughs using BIM technology as well as exploring the use of VR headsets to improve accessibility and passenger experiences. Thanks to the speakers and organisers from Vextrix for delivering such an interesting talk on an innovative and future forward topic. We thoroughly enjoyed testing the technology and exchanging ideas for the future use of VR and AI in rail. We look forward to collaborating on further events in the future! 😊🤩 #YRP #Vextrix #ScanToBIM #VR #RailInnovation

YRP London & South East are pleased to present 'A very merry systems engineerry Christmas' with WSP in the UK! Join us at 6pm on the 10th of December for an interactive event for industry professionals who are interested in learning more about Systems Engineering and engaging in a fun, festive SE based activity. The event will be a mix of a presentation, a case study of a current railway project being undertaken by WSP, and an interactive activity designed to develop your understanding of systems engineering. There will be a networking session before and after the event, where you can connect with fellow professionals and spread the Christmas cheer! For further details and to sign up please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eYU5NWqv #YRP #WSP #SystemsEngineering

Over the past few weeks, TXM Consult has proudly supported two significant events with the Young Rail Professionals (YRP), showcasing our commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the rail industry. Both events highlighted the shared dedication to nurturing talent and expanding connections in the UK and Ireland. The events united junior and senior members of Ireland’s rail industry and marked a significant milestone for YRP’s growth beyond the UK. TXM Consult was proud to support and celebrate this achievement as a corporate sponsor. Both events reinforced TXM Consult’s commitment to the rail industry's future by supporting professional development and fostering partnerships through collaboration. We look forward to more events and initiatives that connect, inspire, and cultivate the next generation of rail leaders. If you’re looking for support with upcoming rail projects, feel free to reach out to us at info@txmconsult.com. Our experienced team is here to provide expert advice and support. 🚆 #YoungRailProfessionals #ShapingTheRailIndustry #RailConsultants

📢📢 Wales & Western Politics in Rail Update 📢📢 We’re excited to announce our third speaker for the #PoliticsInRail panel at the Museum of Cardiff: Geoff Ogden! Geoff Ogden is the Chief Officer for Transport Planning and Development at Transport for Wales. He has held key roles in the development of the Wales and Borders Franchise. His expertise spans rail services, bus services, active travel, integrated ticketing, and wider transport advisory services. A champion of long-term strategic planning, Geoff is a Chartered Civil Engineer, a Chartered Environmentalist, and a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE). 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 • Date & Time: Wednesday 20th November, 6:00PM - 8:30PM • Venue: Museum of Cardiff, CF10 1BH • Capacity: Limited to 50 attendees. Get more information and book your seat now at https://lnkd.in/eXPRxqR6

📢📢 Wales & Western Politics in Rail Update 📢📢 We’re excited to announce another distinguished speaker for the #PoliticsInRail panel at the Museum of Cardiff: Jan Chaudhry van der Velde! Jan Chaudhry van der Velde joined Transport for Wales Rail in April 2021 as Managing Director, and is now the Chief Operating Officer of TfW. He has an enormous amount of experience working in the UK railway, in both the public and private sector. After a physics degree at Birmingham University, Jan joined British Rail in 1989 on its general management training course, based in Norwich. Throughout the 1990s, he undertook a series of front line supervisory and management roles, with responsibility for traincrew, station staff, signalling and control staff, revenue protection, shunting, cleaning and rail safety.  In 2003, Jan became the Operations & Retail Director at Thameslink, and then Commercial Director at sister company Southern. In 2008, he was appointed as Operations Director at South West Trains. A period of time at owning group level with Abellio UK followed from 2012, where he sat on the board of Northern and was a senior member of the successful bid team for the Scotrail franchise. Jan became Managing Director at Merseyrail in 2015 and then the same position in 2018 when Abellio won the West Midlands franchise. He joined TfW in 2021 as pandemic restrictions were beginning to lift. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 • Date & Time: Wednesday 20th November, 6:00PM - 8:30PM • Venue: Museum of Cardiff, CF10 1BH • Capacity: Limited to 50 attendees. Get more information and book your seat now at https://lnkd.in/eXPRxqR6

I've now had a week to digest Young Rail Professionals (YRP) Ireland region Launch Event in last week in Dublin, where over 70 people from all across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland came together to hear about the potential #development benefits and #networking opportunities this exciting new chapter in YRP will bring. It was amazing to meet so many enthusiastic and supportive individuals wanting to volunteer and humbling to hear how many organisations stand ready to support the good work and see the value of YRP for #earlycareers in #rail for all of #Ireland. I cannot express enough, my thanks to Matthew Murnane Ben McCourt Lenehan BEng (Hons) MIEI and Dan Hatter for their hard work and dedication to creating the event and to YRP CEO Bonnie Price for her commitment and personal support. Thanks on the night must also go to Martyn Chymera, Christina Newman PIEMA Piers Wood and Peter Adams for brilliant speeches and insightful talks as well as to Minister Eamon Ryan for his fantastic video address and positive message for a strong future for individuals working in rail. We as an Ireland committee are excited to get cracking so watch out for more YRP led events taking place across the island of Ireland in the near future. If you want to #getinvolved and #volunteer please do become a member of YRP here https://lnkd.in/e4MXBDns or email ireland@youngrailpro.com to find out more. If you are an organisation who'd like to learn more about how your company could support the volunteers of YRP, please email ireland@youngrailpro.com . #ireland #yrp #earlycareers #professionaldevelopment #rail #network #talent #development #leadership #futureleaders

💥 One Week to Go: YRP Wales & Western Politics in Rail Event – First Speaker Announcement!💥 We’re thrilled to invite you to join us for an insightful Politics in Rail event at the Museum of Cardiff. We’re bringing together an exceptional panel of speakers to share their expertise and perspectives on the critical intersections between rail, politics, and media. Prepare for an engaging evening delving into the present and future of rail, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and join the conversation. Plus, enjoy informal networking sessions before and after the debate, where you can connect with industry peers in a relaxed setting. 📅 Date: Wednesday 20th November 📍 Location: Museum of Cardiff 🎟️ Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/eXPRxqR6 We're excited to announce our first speaker: Emma Osborn. Emma Osborn is Network Rail’s Passenger Strategy Director for Wales and Borders, working with Transport for Wales and the Welsh Government to develop a blueprint for rail reform in Wales and Borders, as well as delivering investment, commercial and timetabling services to train and freight operator customers. Working in the rail industry for 26 years, Emma has undertaken various senior leadership roles around the UK including managing relationships with train and freight operating companies, planning and delivering safe and successful engineering works, heading up the fourth biggest road fleet in the UK, leading major transformation programmes, and as the commercial director for Network Rail’s Wales & Western region. Emma also devotes time and energy to championing diversity and inclusion, focusing especially on mentoring and supporting women as well as actively supporting black, asian and ethnic monitory colleagues inside and outside of Network Rail.

Join YRP Western at their Winter Social Event! 🎶❄️ Get ready to celebrate the season with us at our Winter Social! This year, we’re heading to Playlist in Reading (just a short walk from Reading Station) for an evening of live music, great food, and fantastic company. Why You Should Join: 🎸 Live Music on Request: Enjoy live covers of any song you choose, played by a talented band. 🍴 6-Piece Buffet & Drink Vouchers: Treat yourself to delicious food and drinks as we bring together friends and colleagues from across the industry to share in the winter festivities. 🤝 Networking: Meet and connect with other young rail professionals from across the industry in a fun, relaxed setting. Event Details: 📍 Location: Playlist Live, 108A Friar St, Reading RG1 1EP 📅 Date: 21st November ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM 💸 Ticket Price: £5 (includes food and drink vouchers!) Tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/dCSvFGXG Let’s make this a memorable evening! We can’t wait to see you all there.

👀 𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗯𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿? 👀 We're so excited that Michael Solomon Williams will be joining us 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 for our bombastic #PoliticsInRail panel discussion at the National Railway Museum! Michael Solomon Williams is the Head of Campaigns at Campaign for Better Transport, where he champions sustainable transport as a fundamental component of modern society. Leading campaigns across rail and bus sectors, Michael collaborates closely with industry stakeholders, government, and environmental organizations to transform research and advocacy into impactful actions. His work frequently involves representing Campaign for Better Transport at conferences, parliamentary roundtables, and public events, where he shares insights on advancing accessible and eco-friendly transportation networks. Michael’s background extends beyond transport advocacy into an acclaimed career in music and academia. He is a PhD candidate in Sociomusicology at the University of Leeds, researching music’s role in society, and is an internationally experienced singer and founder of Common and Kind, a social cohesion project uniting diverse communities worldwide through collaborative musical projects. As a performer, he has graced major venues across the UK and Europe and recorded with premier ensembles including the Academy of Ancient Music and the Monteverdi Choir. Driven by a deep belief in the unifying power of sustainable transport and music, Michael brings a unique perspective to his advocacy for a greener, more connected future. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 • Date & Time: Thursday, 14th November, 6:00PM - 9:30PM. For those getting a train into York, a cohort of us will meet you outside York station at 6:10 to walk (9 minutes) to the venue. We'll see everyone else at the venue! • Venue: National Railway Museum, York • Only a handful of tickets remaining. Get more information and book your seat now at https://lnkd.in/eEvfwh4Z #SustainableTransport #Networking #TransportForAll #GreenerFuture #NorthWest #York