The 2026 International Convention will be based in the historic city of Helsinki in Finland. The convention features a varied programme of presentations and technical visits to witness the latest developments in the field of signalling and control systems. We will be based in central Helsinki and there will be an accompanying guest programme for member’s partners who are warmly invited to take part.

The convention provides an unrivaled opportunity to learn more about the latest technology and to meet and share ideas with fellow professionals from across the IRSE’s global membership. The convention is aimed at active professionals wishing to expand their knowledge and experience, but we expect many senior professionals to be present whose generosity in sharing their long experience greatly enhances the convention experience.

The convention commences on the evening of Monday 25 May with a welcome reception and concludes with a gala dinner on Friday 29 May.

The main programme includes:
• Lectures and presentations by key experts
• Visit to Kouvola Railway Training Centre
• ETCS and CBI in use in Finland
• Visit to Helsinki Metro
• Visit to Fintraffic control centre.

The guest programme will include a selection of key local attractions at an unhurried pace.

Further details, including booking arrangements, are available on the IRSE Global website.