Celebrating Digital Voices Shaping the Future of Mobility
The international railway community is preparing for a special highlight: the Railway Influencer Festival 2026, taking place on 25 September 2026 as part of InnoTrans 2026. Following its successful premiere in 2024, the festival returns for the second time, once again bringing together leading digital creators, mobility experts, and industry representatives to celebrate the most influential voices in the mobility sector.
Railway Influencer Festival @ InnoTrans 2024
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The festival will feature the Railway Influencer Award, presented by an independent jury to honor outstanding contributions in the transport industry. This year, the jury will recognize achievements across now four distinct categories.
Best InnoTrans Video
Awarded to Creators who experienced InnoTrans and captured the energy, spirit and innovation of the trade fair in their contributions.
Best Brand Video
Recognizing channels that consistently deliver high-quality, insightful content on transportation innovation and industry trends.
Best Mobility Channel
Recognizing exceptional brand storytelling through videos that successfully convey vision, impact, and engagement in the mobility sector.
Best Urban Mobility Video
Highlighting authentic and creative storytelling on public transport and urban mobility, showcasing real-life experiences and inspiring perspectives.
Applications for the Railway Influencer Award open on 2 February 2026 and close on 31 July 2026. Content creators from around the world who are shaping conversations about trains, transport, and sustainable mobility are invited to apply. An independent jury of industry professionals and media experts will review the entries, with winners presented during the festival.
Beyond the awards, the festival will feature a vibrant program of discussions, networking opportunities, and showcases. It provides a unique platform where the railway industry meets the creativity and reach of digital voices, highlighting how storytelling, social media, and innovation engage new audiences for sustainable transport.
With events, dialogue and creative ideas, the Railway Influencer Festival 2026 continues to establish itself as the leading event at the interface of the mobility industry and digital culture.
Admission to the event for InnoTrans exhibitors is by invitation only.
Influencer Wall
Welcome to our Influencer Wall – on track with passion!
Here we showcase the faces behind the accounts that love rail travel, celebrate trains, and inspire their communities with engaging content from the world of rail. Whether they’re train enthusiasts, daily commuters, or travel creators – they all share a unique perspective on sustainable mobility, railway technology, and the joy of train journeys.
Hop on and get inspired!
Contact
Vera Hasche
T: +49 30 3038 2331
vera.hasche@messe-berlin.de