About Tram forum
Theme: Sustainable Commuting
May 5-6th 2026
The Tram Forum conference is a pivotal event in the field of public transportation, specifically focusing on light rail systems. It brings together industry experts, policymakers, and academics to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in tram and urban transport systems. The conference is a prime opportunity for networking, sharing knowledge, and staying updated with the latest technological innovations. Registering for the Tramway conference is essential for professionals in the sector to gain insights, contribute to discussions, and be a part of shaping the future of urban mobility. It's a unique platform for collaboration and learning, essential for anyone involved in or interested in the development of sustainable and efficient public transport systems.
The theme of the springs conference is “Sustainable Commuting.” The spring conference focuses on the role of tramways in enabling sustainable commuting in a time of changing travel patterns and increasing demands on urban and regional planning.
The Tram Forum runs for two days, and we offer plenty of networking opportunities, interesting discussions and informative talks. It is the only event in the Nordic that doesn't allowed sponsored presentations, allowing you to trust that our agenda is compiled with the interest of the light rail sector in mind. Sign up today!
New for 2026:
Nordic Light Rail Awards Gala
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Nominations for the Nordic Tram Award have now closed.
The award recognises excellence, innovation and leadership in light rail and tramway development across the Nordic region.
The winners of this pilot edition will be announced during the networking dinner at Spårvägsforum in Gothenburg on 5 May 2026.
The nominations will now be reviewed by a jury with broad expertise in public transport, urban development, research and safety. Below, you can meet the members of the jury
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About Spårvagnsstäderna
Who are organizing Tram Forum?
Spårvagnsstäderna is a collaborative organization founded in 2009. Our goal is to make it easier to build modern light rail / tramways in The Nordics by facilitating cooperation and conversation within the sector. The association in membership based where cities and regions are appointed to our board and decide our direction, while suppliers, cities outside of Sweden and interest associations are welcomed as associated members. Knowledge sharing is the core of our organization and this happens in several ways, such as events like this one but also seminars and technical visits.