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IRSE Bulletin – May 2026
IRSE News May 2026
The May edition of IRSE News is available online.
May’s issue includes Rod Muttram’s Presidential Address, ‘Human factors in the age of automation’, a back-to-basics look at ETCS, and Prof Sarah Sharples’ Presidential paper, ‘Designing work for 21st century automation’.
Members can click below to read IRSE News online.
60th Annual Dinner and Global Industry Awards
7 May 2026; London, UK
At the heart of the Institution’s social calendar, the 2026 Annual Dinner and inaugural IRSE Global Industry Awards promises to be a memorable evening. We’re looking forward to connecting with IRSE members and colleagues and celebrating success across our industry.
The full awards shortlist is now available on our website. Click the button to learn more.
IRSE International Convention
25-29 May 2026; Helsinki, Finland
TICKET SALES END 10 MAY
There are just two weeks left to book your place for this month’s International Convention in Helsinki, Finland. Ticket sales close on 10 May.
All ticket types are still available, including the full convention, the seminar day only, and the guest (non-technical) programme.
For more details, click the link below or visit our website to browse the full programme.
Second Presidential Lecture
26 May 2026, Helsinki FI
Rajendra Jadhav of Wabtec will deliver the second lecture in President Rod Muttram’s series “Human Factors in the Age of Automation” during our International Convention in Helsinki, Finland on 26 May.
There’s still time to buy a ticket to attend the convention in person (see above) and this lecture will be recorded for later viewing on demand.
Recap: First Presidential lecture
Watch it now on Vimeo
If you were unable to attend our AGM, you can still watch the first Presidential Lecture on-demand on our Vimeo channel.
In this exceptional presentation, Professor Sarah Sharples highlights why Human Factors must remain central as AI and robotics reshape work. She explores how performance and safety depend on human–system interaction under pressure, and why technology cannot be considered in isolation.
IRSE Exam Review
Available now
The latest IRSE exam review is now available to watch on our Vimeo channel. This is an excellent resource for anyone who is planning to take the exam in the near future.
Bookings for October’s exam modules open in June. Visit the exam resources page on our website to support your preparation, including module syllabuses and past paper examples.
Membership Subscriptions
Membership subscriptions for the 2026/27 term will soon be due; please ensure your contact details are up to date to avoid any delays in receiving your notice.
Renewing your membership ensures continued access to a global professional network through international conferences, regional sections, and a diverse programme of events, as well as cost savings on industry training, events, and publications.
Members also stay informed of the latest developments through technical resources, webcasts, and regular communications, while advancing their careers through professional development opportunities, qualifications, and professional registration.
For a full list of your membership benefits, please click the button below.
RIA Member Interest Groups Meeting
7 May 2026; London, UK
Our partners at the Railway Industry Association (RIA) would like to invite all IRSE members to attend their next Member Interest Groups meeting on 7 May in London. The topic of discussion will be the direction signalling is heading, with talks from Darren Jowett (Head of the System Authority at Network Rail) and Richard Thomas (AtkinsRéalis).
There will also be a networking lunch and Q&A session. Click the button below to learn more.
Members’ Lunch
2 July 2026; London, UK
You’re invited to join us for the 2026 IRSE Members’ Lunch, once again taking place at the Union Jack Club in London.
This is a great opportunity for both active and retired members to meet in an informal atmosphere, learn of developments within the IRSE and discuss the latest signalling technologies. We will also be presenting awards to members who have made a significant contribution to the IRSE this year.
Tickets are available now at £48 pp for a three-course meal.
Railway Industry Association Courses
8 May 2026; Leeds, UK
28 May 2026, London, UK
Our partners at the Railway Industry Association (RIA) will again be hosting their courses ‘Work Winning in the UK’ and ‘Introduction to the UK Railway Industry and Supply Chain’ in Leeds and London, respectively.
These courses offer a unique opportunity to learn practical and actionable insights from the industry experts at RIA, with a comprehensive overview of the UK railway’s structure, governance, legislation, operations, finance, technology, and more.
Website Maintenance
27 May 2026; worldwide
Due to planned maintenance, access to the IRSE website, online portal and licence checker will be interrupted on Wednesday, 27 May 2026. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
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IRSE Denmark: First in-person meeting of the proposed IRSE Danish Section
2 June 2026; Copenhagen and online
Join us in Copenhagen and online for the first in-person meeting of the proposed IRSE Danish section. Mirko Blazic and David Chabanon will present, followed by an interactive workshop and an informal evening meal.