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IRSE Bulletin – October 2025
IRSE News October 2025
The October edition of IRSE News is available online.
This month’s issue includes an update from CEO Blane Judd on our Royal Charter, Jennifer Kirk and Marleen van de Kerkhof, and John Smith’s recent Presidential Papers presented within the theme ‘Engaging Generation Unlimited’, and a report on the first ETCS Business Readiness Congress.
Members can click below to read this month’s copy online.
President Bogdan Godziejewski shares what he’s most looking forward to at ASPECT 2025.
ASPECT 2025
TICKETS SELLING FAST
Join us in vibrant Yokohama from 2-5 December for the world’s leading railway signalling conference, exploring the latest innovations in rail communications and control systems.
Over 50 technical papers will be presented across three days by industry experts, including dedicated sessions presenting Japanese railway signalling, followed by an optional day of technical visits.
Our booking system will reopen on 10 October with a limited allocation of additional places. Please visit the website and book early to avoid disappointment.
Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2025
26 – 29 November, 2025; Chiba, JPN
The Aspect 2025 conference, scheduled for 2-4 December 2025, will be preceded by a railway-focussed fair – the Mass Transit Innovation Japan 2025, often called as Japanese Innotrans .
For those looking to make the most of their visit to Japan, this fair offers a fantastic opportunity to explore Japanese rail transit systems and related innovations.
In October the Mass Transit Innovation Japan 2025 fair will open their registration site which accepts applications by attendees and provides VIP privilege for them. This privilege will get valid when the attendees print out a registration and show it at the entrance of “Mass-Trans Innovation Japan 2025.
Further details for our members will soon be shared in the upcoming edition of the IRSE News and on the Aspect 2025 website: ASPECT
IRSE professional exam day
Saturday 4 October; worldwide
This Saturday, candidates around the world will be sitting the IRSE Professional Exam, a major step in demonstrating their knowledge and advancing their careers. We wish all of them the very best of luck!
A big thank you goes to the many volunteers involved in running the exams – we couldn’t do it without their support.
If you’re sitting the exam and experiencing any issues with the platform or invigilation software, please email us right away at exam@irse.org or call us on +44(0)20 7808 1197.
Website maintenance
Wednesday 15 October; worldwide
Due to planned maintenance, access to the IRSE website will be interrupted on Wednesday 15 October. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Harvinder Bhatia shares his thoughts on how you can help shape the future of the IRSE by getting involved with Council.
Council Elections
Nominations open soon
Nomination forms for Council vacancies will be sent out soon to all corporate members by email or post.
Serving on Council is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our organisation, share your expertise, and represent the views of members. We encourage all eligible members to consider putting themselves forward.
Certified training courses
Maintaining your competence
How do you get – and keep – your railway control and communication knowledge?
The IRSE’s Education and Professional Development Committee have now compiled all of our IRSE certified courses into one convenient place, making it easier than ever to find a course based on your geographic region.
If you are a training provider and wish to have your details added to this list, please contact the us at contact@irse.org with details of your company and website.
Wayside Digitalisation Forum 2025
15-17 October; Vienna, Austria
The Wayside Digitalisation Forum (WDF) is a leading global platform dedicated to advancing digital signalling, object control, and monitoring in the railway industry. It brings stakeholders from across the industry together to network, exchange knowledge, and drive the future of railway digitalisation.
IRSE President Bogdan Godziejewski will be speaking on insights into the latest global trends in railway signalling, focusing on technological advancements, safety improvements, and the future challenges shaping the industry worldwide.
Volunteer at RIA SigEx 25
23 October 2025; York, UK
Building on the success of last year’s event, SigEx 2025 will take place at the York Racecourse this October and is open to everyone involved in railway signalling, along with professionals from related industries.
We are currently looking for volunteers to help support our exhibition table. This is a great opportunity to spend some time with fellow IRSE members, network with other professionals in our industry and help us reach new members.
If you’d like to join us in York for the day, contact events@irse.org.
CBTC & Beyond Conference 2025
4-5 December 2025; Toronto, Canada
BOOKING NOW OPEN
The popular CBTC & Beyond Conference is back for 2025, with two days of exciting presentations and networking planned to take place in Toronto, Canada.
For sponsorship opportunities please contact yousef.kimiagar@irse.org or click the button below to learn more.
IRSE Scottish Section: Levenmouth Rail Link Project
9 October 2025; Glasgow, UK
Join us in Glasgow for an evening lecture presented by Craig Welsh, Project Engineer, Siemens. Greg will give a talk on the Levenmouth Rail Link – a Scottish Government funded £116 million project to reconnect Leven and Cameron Bridge to the rail network.