RECOGNISING THE PEOPLE WHO KEEP RAIL MOVING
NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
Key Dates
2 March 2026
Nominations Open
12 June 2026
Early Bird Ticket Deadline
3 September 2026
Nominations Close
1 October 2026
Public Voting Closes
5 October 2026
Finalists Announced
5 November 2026
Awards Gala Dinner, Fota Island Resort
The Rail Link Awards recognise the very best across the rail industry - from innovation and infrastructure to leadership and delivery.
Join us in Cork this November for an evening celebrating the people and organisations driving the industry forward.
RAIL LINK NETWORKING EVENTS
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Rail Link Dublin
For those in the rail industry, this event is perfect for networking. Explore top products and connect with specialists, buyers, clients, Tier 1 companies, and SMEs. Ireland’s rail community gathers here. Attendance is free.
Contact us at exhibit@raillinknetworking.com to exhibit.
Bookings for 9th April 2026 at the Aviva are now open.
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Rail Link Belfast
For those in the rail industry, this event is perfect for networking. Explore top products and connect with specialists, buyers, clients, Tier 1 companies, and SMEs. Ireland’s rail community gathers here. Attendance is free.
Contact us at exhibit@raillinknetworking.com to exhibit.
Bookings for 2nd September 2026 at the ICC are now open.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsorship is available for the Rail link LOOKOUT Awards 2026 at headline event level and across individual award categories.
Taking place in Cork on 5 November 2026, the awards form part of the wider Rail Link industry calendar and provide a formal setting to recognise achievement across the rail sector.
Sponsorship offers brand visibility before, during and after the event, including inclusion in official event communications, presence at the Gala Dinner, and representation within post-event coverage and recorded highlights.
For details on sponsorship packages and availability, please request the sponsorship pack here .