Submitted on: 09-09-2011

UIC HIGHSPEED is the world’s eminent gathering on high-speed rail and is expected to attract more than 4,000 attendees from across the globe to exchange views on the development and achievements of high-speed rail worldwide. The event was initiated by UIC (the International Union of Railways) in 1992. UIC HIGHSPEED 2012 follows seven previous editions. The first five editions were known under the brand name Eurailspeed (in Brussels, Lille, Berlin, Madrid and Milan), followed by UIC HIGHSPEED 2008 in Amsterdam, and UIC HIGHSPEED 2010 in Beijing. The latest edition in December 2010 attracted 2,700 delegates from 26 countries worldwide. Europoint organised the editions in Milan in 2005 and in Amsterdam in 2008. Now the company has been selected also to organise the 2012 edition.

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) will host the 8th edition of this global event on high-speed rail. The 2012 edition will feature international rail experts on transportation policy and technology. It will bring together both the public and private sectors to provide insight and best practices for implementing high-speed rail projects at every stage - from planning, financing, and construction, to operations and management. Additionally, the congress will also feature an exhibit showcasing high-speed rail products and services.

Read more about attending the World Congress and/or participating in Trade Exhibition on www.uic-highspeed2012.com