Tue 3 Nov 2026
Thu 5 Nov 2026
2026 – 21st UIC World Security Congress
About
Description
Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail and the International Union of Railways (UIC) are pleased to invite you to save the date for the 21st UIC World Security Congress, which will take place in Dublin, Ireland, from 3 to 5 November 2026, on the theme: “Collaboration: Tech and Teams for Secure and Resilient Railways”.This edition of the congress will provide a unique opportunity for partners to share their views of and the challenges around making rail transport more safe and secure. The discussions will cover topics such as customer experience and human factors in security, emerging technologies, security of large events and reduction of crime and anti-social behaviours.
An exhibition area will also be available, allowing industry players and solution providers to show-case their latest developments, perspectives, and achievements in the field of railway security.
Venue
Aviva Stadium Lansdowne Rd, Dublin 4, D04 K5F9, Ireland cp24_cleanerd_en.pdfProgramme
Download the draft programme: 20260710-21th-wsc_programme_web.pdfParticipants
We welcome UIC members and partners as delegates and speakers at this important event.Registration
If you wish to join us in Dublin, please contact the UIC Security Team to receive the link to the registration webpage.Accomodation
Below are some of the conveniently located hotels in Dublin. Many more can be found on various Hotel Booking sites.| Hotel | Location from Aviva | Contact | Rate | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandymount Hotel | 5 Minutes’ Walk | www.sandymounthotel.ie | 15% Discount off Best Available Rates on the hotel website | UIC2026 (before 1 October) |
| Ariel House Hotel | 3 Minutes’ Walk | guestrelations@arielhouse.ie | Single Occupancy €169.00 Two Sharing €179.00 | - |
| Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge | 2 Minutes’ Walk | events.ballsbridge@claytonhotels.com | - | - |
| Herbert Park Hotel | 3 Minutes’ Walk | jfall@herbertparkhotel.ie | - | - |
| InterContinental Hotel | 5 Minutes’ Walk | Eilish.Kealy@icdublind.com | - | - |
| Ashling Hotel | 10 min tram and 7 min train (DART) | info@ashlinghotel.ie | Single Occupancy Rate €174 Two Sharing €189 | Request UIC Rate |