Next Generation Conference Scholarships
Next Generation Scholarships
Do you have an idea that could drive efficiency, sustainbility and innovation to rail freight?
We invite all rail sector personnel aged 30yrs and under to submit their innovative ideas for the opportunity to win one of 10 scholarships to attend the Rail Freight Conference.
Submit a 200-300 word concept on how your idea could advance rail freight, improve efficiency, or support sustainability in areas like logistics, technology, safety, or environmental impact.
Your idea may take inspiration from or could be applied to any discipline or field within the rail sector such as harmonised standards, national rail reform, emerging technologies, interoperability solutions, safety systems, sustainability and decarbonisation, or regulatory alignment – in 200-300 words describe your idea or concept and how it could enhance rail technology, improve interoperability, or promote the benefits of a connected national rail network.
WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:
✅ Complimentary attendance to the Rail Freight Conference
✅ Opportunity to network with industry representatives
✅ Certificates of acknowledgement
✅ A featured Professional Profile on the Next Generation Hub within the event app
KEY DATES:
☑️ Competition deadline: 14 July 2026
Open to all recent graduates and young railway professionals who are 30yrs or under (as at 28 July 2026)
A maximum of 3 winners will be selected from the same organisation.