Sighișoara will host, from March 18–19, 2026, the 20th edition of the Infrastructure Conference, a strategic event organized by the Railway Club at the DoubleTree by Hilton – Cavaler Hotel. The meeting will centralize the dialogue between infrastructure managers, international operators, and authorities, focusing on concrete solutions for the modernization and digitalization of the Romanian railway system within the context of European policies.
The event’s agenda covers priority investment directions for the coming years, with a special emphasis on the implementation of ERTMS/ETCS technology and reducing execution delays by optimizing design processes. Debate topics include the impact of the TEN-T network on national infrastructure, intermodal transport integration, and the development of urban mobility solutions, such as the metropolitan train and tram-train systems. Additionally, logistics perspectives for freight transport and the transformation of railway stations into modern, accessible hubs will be analyzed.
The conference benefits from the support of key institutions and organizations in the field, including CFR SA, Metrorex, AFER, AGIFER, and profile technical universities. The main objective of this edition is to strengthen cooperation between the public and private sectors, in a context marked by the need to accelerate the implementation of modernization projects and increase railway safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the event take place?
The conference will be held from March 18–19, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton – Cavaler Hotel in Sighișoara.
What are the main debate topics?
The agenda includes the digitalization of the railway system (ERTMS/ETCS), the impact of the TEN-T network, and the development of urban mobility.
Who is participating in this conference?
The event brings together infrastructure managers, international operators, and institutions such as CFR SA, Metrorex, and AFER.