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Petr Jindra

International affairs specialist

Petr Jindra

International affairs specialist

ČD Cargo

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Petr Jindra is International affairs specialist from ČD Cargo

Day 1

09:40-10:40

Panel Discussion 1: Panel Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities with DAC Adoption

Miloslav Cerveny

Head of Rolling Stock/Wagon

Miloslav Cerveny

Head of Rolling Stock/Wagon

LTE

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Miloslav Cerveny is Head of Rolling Stock/Wagon from LTE

Day 1

16:20-16:40

Strategies for Resilient Railway Operations in Conflict Zones

Philipp Aubert

Managing Director

Philipp Aubert

Managing Director

CargoBeamer Rolling Stock GmbH

About Speaker

More than 20 years of Railway Experience, from infrastructure to international passenger transport and freight 45 years old, married 3 children 15 years of experience in managing rolling stock first at SBB Cargo, no since nearly 4 years as Managing Director of CargoBeamer Rolling Stock GmbH

Day 2

14:40-15:00

Increased asset utilization through automatic train control and trailer measurement

Lubomir Dlabik

Sales Account Manager

Lubomir Dlabik

Sales Account Manager

European Loc Pool AG

About Speaker

Lubomir Dlabik works as Sales and Project Manager specializing in locomotive certification and business development across Europe. With experience spanning roles in acquisition strategy, export management, and corporate finance at European Loc Pool AG, CZ LOKO, and EP Cargo Invest. I participated on several projects on 1520mm gauge (Baltic countries, Finland and CIS market), on 1435mm (mostly in SEE region) including EuroDual locomotive certifications and business development (ELP) and international export activities (CZ LOKO).

Day 2

14:00-14:20

Future Innovations in Freight Wagon and Locomotive Design

Akos Ersek

Chief Policy Advisor

Akos Ersek

Chief Policy Advisor

UIRR

About Speaker

Akos ERSEK, transport economist and lawyer, is the Chief Policy Advisor of UIRR, the industry association of European intermodal freight transportation since 2010. Mr Ersek has worked in various management positions in transport companies in the railway, aviation and bus transport sectors before he became a consultant in 2006.

Day 1

16:00-16:20

Intermodal Rail Freight: Policy, Own-initiative Progress, and the Road Ahead

Adam Zielewski

Member of the Board

Adam Zielewski

Member of the Board

SWP - Association of Private Railcar Keepers

About Speaker

Adam Zielewski is a Board Member of the Association of Private Railcar Keepers "SWP", where he is an active and highly engaged member, bringing a wealth of expertise and energy to the organization. He plays a pivotal role in all key initiatives of SWP and is a leading contributor to technical projects and GCU training sessions. In his professional capacity, Adam oversees the technical maintenance of freight railcars at GATX Rail Poland Sp. z o.o., a company renowned for its railcar leasing and comprehensive fleet management services, including maintenance, repairs, and operational optimization. He also serves as the President of the Association of Advisors for the Safety of Dangerous Goods Transport by Rail, where he focuses on advancing the safety and reliability of hazardous goods transport in Poland. With his proactive approach and deep industry knowledge, Adam is a driving force in promoting high standards and innovation across the rail sector.

Silvia De Rocchi

Director Coordinator

Silvia De Rocchi

Director Coordinator

Rail Freight Forward

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Silvia De Rocchi is Director Coordinator from Rail Freight Forward

Day 1

11:20-11:40

Future Regulatory Roadmap for Rolling Stock: Preparing for Tomorrow's Standards

Daniel Rost

Digitalisation & Process Officer

Daniel Rost

Digitalisation & Process Officer

Wascosa

About Speaker

Daniel is responsible for IT architecture and digital transformation at Wascosa AG. After completing his PhD in theoretical physics, he gained experience as IT-consultant in the field of scaled agile IT projects and enterprise architecture within complex corporate structures (sector: industry). His passion for digitalisation and IoT in the rail freight transport sector developed during his activities at a large RU, where he was responsible for digitalisation projects relating to freight wagons for almost six years. His current focus is now on innovative and digital solutions with which Wascosa, together with its customers, is successfully advancing the sector.

Day 1

16:40-17:00

Integration of Digital Technologies in Rolling Stock

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12-13^th of November, 2025

Czech Republic, Prague

Key Topics

Interoperability & Cross-Border Operations: How to Harmonize Sustainability Efforts

Battery-Powered & Hydrogen Trains: Market Readiness & Infrastructure Needs

Energy-Efficient Rolling Stock: Innovations in Lightweight Materials & Hybrid Solutions

Autonomous & Automated Rail Freight: Opportunities & Challenges

AI & Big Data for Energy-Efficient Rail Freight Operations

EU’s Green Deal & Rail Transport: What’s Next for Operators?

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