Call for Contributions
Workshop on Cleaning Protocols for Railway Services
Organised by the International Union of Railways (UIC)
The International Union of Railways (UIC) warmly invites proposals for contributions to its upcoming workshop on Cleaning Protocols for Railway Services. This event will bring together international experts to examine current practices and explore innovative approaches across on-board services, stations, and rolling stock maintenance.
Workshop Objectives
The workshop seeks to:
- Showcase current cleaning practices in on-board services, stations, and rolling stock maintenance.
- Identify operational challenges and highlight opportunities to enhance efficiency, quality, and passenger satisfaction.
- Share practical case studies, tools, and technologies supporting modern cleaning operations.
- Foster dialogue and coordination among railway stakeholders to harmonise cleaning standards and procedures.
- Encourage collaboration and the exchange of best practices within the global railway community.
Who Should Apply
We welcome proposals from:
- Railway operators
- Infrastructure managers
- Cleaning service providers
- Research institutions
- Industry partners
Potential topics include (but are not limited to):
- On-board cleaning procedures and turnaround operations
- Station cleaning strategies, including management of high-traffic areas
- Rolling stock deep-cleaning processes in depots
- Quality assurance, auditing methods, and performance monitoring
- Innovations, digital tools, and emerging technologies for cleaning
- Training, workforce management, and safety considerations
Submission Guidelines
Please submit the following:
- Title of your proposed presentation
- Abstract/description (200–300 words)
- Speaker biography (up to 150 words)
Submission deadline: Tuesday, 23 December 2025
Language: English
Presentation duration: 10–20 minutes + Q&A
Send submissions to: perez at uic.org
Or register directly via: https://evenium.events/uiccleaning
Why Participate?
Selected speakers will deliver concise presentations during workshop sessions, contributing to meaningful dialogue and sharing practical expertise with the international railway community.
We look forward to receiving your proposals and welcoming you to this important workshop.