Dinner at the Roundhouse Thursday October 17 2024

The Rail Industry's favourite networking evening was another huge success in 2023. What will 2024's dinner bring?

Mainspring's 'Dinner at the Roundhouse' is a chance for the biggest names in the rail industry to gather together and celebrate the last twelve months, forge new connections and look forward to the future within the spacious Derby Arena.

Celebrating collaboration and innovation, Dinner at the Roundhouse brings together operators, manufacturers, constructors, consultants and partners from across the supply chain with national and local politicians to discuss the opportunities that the future can bring.

Make sure that, like around 800 other Rail Professionals, you ensure your place at the very heart of the action within the very heart of the Railways in 2024.

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Keynote speaker for 2024 confirmed!

Andy Derbyshire, one of the UK railway industry’s most popular and respected all-rounders - and most enthusiastic supporters - is a keynote speaker at the 2024 Dinner at the Roundhouse.

Andy, who has been Group Vice President Operations at Wabtec Corporation for the last five years, has worldwide knowledge that he wants to pass on to UK manufacturers and suppliers in these uncertain times. He is fuelled by a passion for excellence and a commitment to fostering strong client partnerships.

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Who attends?

Policymakers - Train Operating Companies - Rolling Stock Manufacturers - Leasing and Maintenance Companies - Rail Industry Suppliers - Construction Companies - Infrastructure Commissioners and Suppliers - Rail Promoters - Consultants - Local and National politicians - Local Authorities - Legal and Financial Organisations - Research Institutes - Safety and Regulatory Bodies - Network Operators - Academia

Optimise your brand exposure at the Rail Industry's favourite networking evening...

With a wide range of sponsorship options available from after dinner treats, to specially branded napkins to photobooths - we have a flecible range of options to help you maximise your experience at the Dinner.

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Dinner at the Roundhouse is going digital!

New for 2024 is the Dinner at the Roundhouse app which will give you the opportunity to make even more connections with outher guests - before, during and after the event.

With branding opportunites available, this is an opportunity which you will not want to miss!

Pete Waterman OBE as host? We should be so lucky...

We are delighted to announce that industry great Pete Waterman OBE is to be one of the hosts at 2024's dinner.

With an encyclopedic knowledge of the rail industy, seven locomotives to his name and an ambassador to The Prince's Trust, there is no-one better to guide our guests through the evening with stories of his achievements, successes and work within the railway industry...

Not just your average networking event....

It is not just about the party however - it is also a time for the rail community to show off its generosity. To date, we have raised over a quarter of a million for our chosen charities and, with your help, we hope to raise much much more!

This year we are proud to be supporting The Prince's Trust.

The Prince’s Trust helps young people all over the UK to build their confidence and skills and supports them into jobs, education and training. Founded by HM The King in 1976, the charity supports 11- to 30-year-olds who are unemployed, struggling at school and at risk of exclusion.

As part of their continuing efforts to create more opportunities for young people in the rail industry, they will be sharing their vision, key success stories as well as running a spectacular competition on the night to help raise funds.

This year a spectacular holiday for two in Sardinia is up for grabs alongside many other fantastic prizes in their fundrasiing raffle.

Learn about how the event has already supported UK charities

Learn more about the Prince's Trust

Make Dinner at the Roundhouse 2024 one to remember...

New to 2024, and by popular demand, you can also dance the night away to 'King of The Swing' - a three piece light jazz trio who will entertain and delight guests with their unique style of light entertainment, background music and beautiful renditions of timeless jazz classics.

Whether it’s Frank Sinatra or Nat King Cole, their beautiful renditions of this timeless genre will really make this an evening to remember.

2023's Dinner at the Roundhouse was not only our biggest event yet but was also a rousing success!

Read just a sample of the feedback we receieved this year...

We thoroughly enjoyed another brilliant DATR last night. It is always a fantastic opportunity to connect with clients and meet new names in the UK Rail Sector and this year was no exception.’

TXM

Another fantastic evening at Dinner at the Roundhouse 2023, great to be able to meet up with industry friends face to face. Thanks to everyone who attended on behalf of Ford & Stanley Group, you made it one to remember. We will be looking forward to many more events throughout the year!

(Ford and Stanley) Freddie Matthews Team Manager Rolling Stock

Want to be a supporter of the 2024 Dinner at the Roundhouse?

Interested in showcasing your brand to an audience of key decision-makers, manufacturers and innovators? Take a look at our sponsorship pack to explore the ways we can help you bring your brand to the fore-front of the conversation at DATR24!

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