photo: RAILTARGET/Kolejnet 2026, Poland
The rail industry has gathered today in Bydgoszcz, Poland, as the specialist event Kolejnet gets underway. The conference brings together leading manufacturers, suppliers, and institutions, with RAILTARGET present on site.
The official opening of the event, co-organised by the Polish Chamber of Railways (Izba Kolei), took place at 10:00. The ceremony was attended by Adam Musiał, Director General of the Polish Chamber of Railways, and Sławomir Jankowski, Chairman of the Chamber’s Council. The city of Bydgoszcz was represented by Mayor Rafał Bruski.
Kolejnet 2026 Focuses on Technology, Suppliers, and Production Efficiency
The core of the event is the expo zone, open from 10:15 to 15:00, where visitors can explore products, technologies, and services through table-top presentations. Running in parallel is Alstom Supplier Day, dedicated to cooperation with suppliers and the further development of the rail industry. Throughout the day, a model railway layout is also on display, providing a visual backdrop to the technical discussions and presentations.
A key element of the programme is the conference zone, featuring presentations from companies operating in energy, IT, and component manufacturing, as well as developers of innovative rail technologies. The technical programme culminates in a panel discussion on accelerating rolling stock production processes, with participation from representatives of PESA Bydgoszcz, Alstom, Škoda Group, Stadler, and other major market players.
Networking Across the Rail Sector
Kolejnet 2026 brings together dozens of exhibitors from Poland and abroad. The exhibition includes rolling stock manufacturers, component suppliers, engineering and technology firms, as well as research institutes, universities, and public or professional organisations. National operator PKP Intercity is also among the participants.
Beyond showcasing new solutions and enabling expert debate, the event places strong emphasis on networking, partnership building, and experience sharing across the entire rail ecosystem. The programme is scheduled to conclude at 15:00, with a more detailed report from the event to follow.