Overview

Monash Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) extends an invitation to the 2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering.

The Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering honours the contribution of Dr Stephen Marich to the railway industry over a period of 40 years. This is the 13th annual lecture as part of this series and is a key forum for sharing deep technical knowledge about railway engineering from leading experts in railway technology.

The 2026 Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering entitled “Strategic Intent and Deep Collaborations to Drive Innovation in Rail” will be delivered by Ms Luisa Moisio, Director of Research, Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB), London, UK. For over two decades, Ms Moisio has been in the forefront of research collaborations in rail, successfully partnered with both academia and industry supply chain to apply fresh thinking to complex challenges. This has delivered tangible improvements to railway engineering and operations.

The event is also a major networking opportunity, bringing together industry, academia and government representatives involved in railway technology and management.

This free lecture and networking event will be of interest to anyone involved in the railway industry. This is an exclusive event with limited seats, registration and early RSVP is essential to avoid disappointment.

RSVP for the Stephen Marich Annual Lecture in Railway Engineering is Friday 20th February 2026 via the registration link.

For more information visit please contact:

Connie Varamo
Telephone: + 61 3 9905 1880 / +61 417 127 599
Email: [email protected]

Please advise if you have any dietary or access requirements.

Monash IRT will be conducting the following face to face course at Monash University
• Wheel-Rail Interaction Two Day Short Course on 5th and 6th March 2026

Expressions of interest are welcome via email to [email protected]