– Bringing innovation and efficiency to the forefront of Europe’s railway industry –
Registration is now open for companies looking to exhibit at EXPO Ferroviaria 2027, the international trade fair – now in its 13th edition – dedicated to technologies, products and systems for the railway sector, organised by RX and scheduled to take place from 28 to 30 September 2027 at Fiera Milano Rho.
For companies in the sector, this is an opportunity to showcase their products and solutions to a professional and highly specialised audience.
Exhibitors already confirmed include: ABB, CZ Loko Italia, DR Ferroviaria, Hitachi Rail STS, Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems Italia, LEF, Margaritelli Ferroviaria, Marini Impianti Industriali, Stadler Rail Management and Wabtec Corporation. New exhibitors at EXPO Ferroviaria 2027 include: Invatec GmbH, Tecnologie Meccaniche SpA, voestalpine Railway Systems Italy and Brot Technologies.
A biennial event and a key fixture for the Italian railway industry, EXPO Ferroviaria brings together manufacturers, technology suppliers, infrastructure managers, transport operators and institutions. It offers a showcase for presenting new products and gaining an insight into the Italian market, as well as an opportunity to forge new business relationships. The aim of visitors* to EXPO Ferroviaria is to discover new companies, meet suppliers, reconnect with partners and learn about innovations and the latest developments through the organised conferences.
The 2025 edition attracted 295 exhibitors from 16 countries and over 10,300 trade visitors from 58 countries. One in four visitors attends* with a clear intention to purchase or invest, thus offering the opportunity to engage directly with international buyers. *(Source: EXPO Ferroviaria 2025 registration figures)
The future of the railway sector in Italy
Over the next decade, the Italian railway system will move from the phase of infrastructure construction to that of service innovation. The priorities centre on strengthening European corridors, developing high-speed and high-capacity services, and modernising the regional network. Digitalisation, the roll-out of ERTMS, predictive maintenance and the transition to next-generation communications will be the key factors in increasing capacity, safety and reliability. Against this backdrop, demand for technologies, components and expertise is growing across the entire supply chain, opening new market opportunities for suppliers.
The European landscape: investment, digitalisation and competitiveness
The national picture forms part of a broader trend. In Europe, railway modernisation is driven by decarbonisation targets and the need to renew infrastructure. From a technological perspective, the transition from GSM-R to the 5G-based FRMCS communication system, alongside interoperability and cybersecurity, is redefining how networks are managed and the relationship with suppliers and operators.
EXPO Ferroviaria: amongst the industry’s leading international players
Against this scenario, EXPO Ferroviaria is the venue where companies can capitalise on the growing demand for technologies, components and expertise across the entire supply chain. The thematic areas of the 2027 edition directly address market needs:
• Rail Freight: dedicated to rail freight transport, a growing sector that needs to boost its competitiveness and market share;
• Innovation Hub: a space for start-ups and innovative SMEs offering solutions to the challenges of future mobility, from digitalisation to predictive maintenance;
• Tunnelling & Construction: dedicated to technologies and equipment for the construction of tunnels and underground infrastructure, which are central to plans to upgrade European transport corridors.
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