Programme

The full programme will be released soon.

 

The programme for Tram Forum Helsinki 2026 is currently being finalised and will bring together leading voices from across the Nordic and European tramway sector. Over two days, participants will hear from cities, operators, transport authorities, researchers and industry experts, sharing experiences, projects and perspectives on the future development of tramway systems.

 

Theme: Tramway of Tomorrow

December 1–2, 2026

 

This year’s programme will focus on three main themes:

• Infrastructure Maintenance and Asset Management
  Proactive maintenance, wheel–rail interaction, noise and vibration, and effective management of tramway infrastructure and assets.

• Urban Development and Tramway Projects
  New and planned tramway projects, sustainable urban growth, green infrastructure and the role of tramways in shaping attractive and accessible cities.

• Future Technologies and Innovation
  Autonomous operations, vehicle development, digitalisation, new technologies and future approaches to procurement and operations.

 

Programme highlights

The programme begins already on the evening of 30 November with an optional informal pre-event. We will start with a ride aboard SpåraKOFF, Helsinki’s well-known pub tram, followed by an informal dinner at Flou.

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On the morning of 1 December, the official programme begins with study visits. Participants will have the opportunity to experience Helsinki’s tramway system first-hand, including a tram ride on the new Crown Bridges tramway and a visit to a tram depot.

Following the study visits, the conference continues with presentations and discussions at Clarion Hotel Mestari. In the evening, participants will gather for a networking dinner at Korjaamo, located in the historic tram depot next to the Helsinki Tram Museum.

 

On 2 December, the programme continues with presentations, discussions and networking throughout the day.

 

Tram Forum is an independent industry conference. The programme does not include sponsored presentations, allowing the agenda to be developed around the topics, challenges and developments that are most relevant to the light rail sector.

 

Registration for Tram Forum Helsinki 2026 is now open.