An annual meeting for operators, manufacturers, and suppliers in the rail sector, the congress will cover a wide range of topics, including the management and maintenance of rail systems, their upkeep, and the integration of various technological advancements in the sector, from signaling and telecommunications to other areas. This will make it a dynamic forum for knowledge exchange and the establishment of alliances among all the major players in the market.
The holding of the World Metrorail & Light Rail Congress in Bilbao, one of Spain's main rail manufacturing hubs, coincides with the recent announcements of significant investments in rail infrastructure by the Spanish and regional governments.
“We are absolutely delighted to be collaborating with MAFEX to bring this world-class international event to Bilbao,” said Sean Willis, Managing Director of Terrapinn. He added, “The industry response to hosting an international event like this in a fantastic destination like Bilbao has been overwhelmingly positive.”.
From MAFEX, its general manager Pedro Fortea highlights “the commitment of the Spanish railway industry to internationalization as a way towards improving its competitiveness, so that attracting an event of such importance places our industry in a sectoral showcase of great importance”, adding also that “from the Association we have been working for some time to attract an event of this characteristics to our country.
