Rewarding Excellence, Innovation & Leadership Across Scotland’s Rail Industry


Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
September 2026

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Rail Scotland Awards

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30 April 2026

Entry Deadline
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May 2026

Shortlist Announced
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3 September 2026

Awards Ceremony
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What are the Rail Scotland
Spotlight Awards?

The Rail Scotland Spotlight Awards showcase excellence across Scotland’s rail industry, highlighting the organisations, teams, and individuals who are helping to shape progress and deliver lasting improvements across the network.

This is a chance to shine a light on achievement at every level of the sector, from operational delivery through to senior leadership, and to acknowledge the positive impact being made for passengers, communities, and the wider rail infrastructure across Scotland.

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See What Makes Spotlight Special

Experience the energy, recognition, and celebration that make the Spotlight Rail Awards a standout event in the industry.

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Why Enter the Awards?

The Scotland Spotlight Awards recognise the organisations, teams, and individuals contributing to progress and innovation across Scotland’s rail industry. Open to organisations of all sizes, they offer a valuable opportunity to present your work, highlight achievements, and raise your profile within the sector.

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Gain industry recognition

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Showcase your innovation

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Boost brand credibility

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Connect with key stakeholders

Meet the Speakers

Ross Moran

Ross Moran

Network Rail Scotland,
Route Director

Ross will join industry leaders on the night to share insight into Scotland’s rail strategy and upcoming infrastructure priorities.

Damian Briody

Damian Briody

Transport Scotland,
Head of Rail Projects and Technical Services

Damian has worked in the supply chain in both delivery and consultancy roles, moving to Network Rail before joining Transport Scotland.

How to Enter

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Choose your
categories

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Complete the
submission form

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Our judges review
& shortlist

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Book your
attendance

Interested in Other Awards?

Spotlight Rail Awards also take place across national and regional programmes, celebrating excellence at every level of the rail industry.

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Rail National Awards

Recognising the people, teams, and projects driving innovation and excellence across the UK rail network.

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Rail CYMRU Awards

Celebrating outstanding projects, teams, and innovation across the
Welsh rail sector.

Enter the Awards

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Rail North Awards

Showcasing the achievements of people, teams, and projects driving excellence in the
North of England’s rail sector.

Enter the Awards

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2025 Winners & Highlights

A reflection on the key moments from the 2025 Scotland Spotlight Awards, recognising the organisations, teams, and individuals who made a significant contribution to Scotland’s rail sector. Highlighting the ideas, progress, and partnerships that helped drive meaningful change across the network.

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Enter the Awards

Celebrate your achievements in Scotland rail.
Entry is free and takes just minutes.

Enter Now

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Book Your Table

Join industry leaders from across Scotland
for an unforgettable evening of recognition.

Secure Your Table

Submit your Entry

Celebrate excellence in UK Rail.
Submit your project, team, or innovation for
recognition at the Spotlight Rail Awards.
Entry is free, and takes just a few minutes.

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Register your Interest

Whether you’re looking to book a table or simply want to know more about the event, we’re here to help.

 

Submit your details below and a member of our team will get back to you shortly.


Event Schedule

18.00 – 19.00
Pre-event drinks reception
19.00 – 19.15
Chair welcome
19.15 – 19.45
Panel discussion
19:45 – 21.15
Dinner served
21:30 – 22:15
Award ceremony
22.15 – 00.00
Networking and drinks