2nd Annual

Rail Fleet Maintenance 2026

October 19 - 20, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, USA

October 19 - 20, 2026
Chicago, Illinois, USA

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THE FORUM DEDICATED TO O&M INNOVATIONS IN RAILROAD OPERATIONS

Welcome to Rail Fleet Maintenance 2026, where rail operators and technology leaders gather to explore the latest advancements improving fleet performance and maintenance efficiency.

The rail industry continues to face significant challenges, including aging infrastructure, rising costs, labor shortages, and growing expectations for predictive maintenance. This event will showcase practical strategies such as AI, IoT, automation, and workforce training to modernize operations, minimize downtime, and improve safety and reliability.

Join leading experts and decision-makers to gain insights, explore innovative solutions, and help shape the future of rail fleet maintenance.

Key topics for 2026

Optimizing rail asset value by adopting smart lifecycle strategies

Learn strategies to maximize rail asset value, cut costs, extend fleet lifespan, and improve efficiency throughout every stage of the fleet lifecycle.

Real-time fleet condition monitoring powered by AI and IoT technologies

Harness AI and IoT to monitor fleet health in real time, enabling faster decisions, reducing failures, and improving overall maintenance efficiency.

Remote diagnostics and real-time data for faster issue detection

Unlock the power of remote diagnostics and real-time data integration to detect issues early, support proactive maintenance, and minimize service disruptions.

AI-driven predictive maintenance to improve rail system efficiency

Leverage data analytics and real-time monitoring to predict failures, cut downtime, and improve rail maintenance scheduling for greater fleet efficiency.

Data-driven insights to optimize spare parts, supply chains, and logistics

Streamline inventory through data-driven forecasting to ensure parts availability, reduce excess stock, and enhance maintenance efficiency and response time.

Ensuring regulatory compliance across all rail maintenance operations

Navigate safety standards and regulations through audits, training, and technology to maintain reliable, compliant, and efficient rail maintenance operations.

100+

INDUSTRY TOPICS

8+

NETWORKING EVENTS

50+

LEADING EXPERTS

20+

Q&A SESSIONS

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they've attended our events

Byron Porter

Great content and great opportunities to connect with other attendees.

Byron Porter
Hum Industrial Technology, Inc.
Jonathan Sparacino

Very insightful with plenty of valuable ideas and industry takeaways.

Jonathan Sparacino
Petroleum Service Corporation
Kevin Garben

Great speakers, strong networking, an excellent experience overall.

Kevin Garben
RailWorks Corporation
Kim Mouton

Thank you for hosting such a relevant and valuable conference.

Kim Mouton
TotalEnergies
Bruce Sarrazin

Insightful sessions, relevant industry topics, and a relaxed setting.

Bruce Sarrazin
VSP Technologies
Casandra Russo

Excellent speakers, enjoyed networking, and excited for next year.

Casandra Russo
AmeriGas Propane

our sponsors

VSP
GLOBAL ATTRIBUTES
Polystar containment
RailWorks
Sam Carbis Solutions
Stewart Southern Railway