We are, on average, 29 years young – our ideas are creative, innovative, and indispensable, as we are both shaping and using the mobility system of tomorrow. That’s why we want to connect within the industry and actively contribute to designing the future of mobility.

The mobility sector is facing exciting challenges, and Swissrail is playing an active role in shaping them. With the NextGen Swissrail initiative, we are focusing on the talents of the next generation and aim to actively involve them in tackling the challenges of our industry. NextGen Swissrail is intended to create a dynamic, informal network that connects young professionals from the rail and mobility sector and facilitates regular exchange.

Vision and Annual Plan 2025

Our vision is to purposefully open up the industry—traditionally shaped by representatives of the Baby Boomer and Gen X generations—to young talents. We connect emerging professionals, give them a strong voice, and turn them into drivers of the mobility landscape. With their innovative perspectives, they make a vital contribution to sustainably increasing the attractiveness of public transport. To achieve this goal, we have outlined our 2025 annual plan as follows:

Workshop at the Swissrail Mobility Day

On May 22, 2025, we will host an interactive workshop to explore the future of mobility from the perspective of young professionals.

When & Where: May 22, 2025, 2:00–5:00 p.m. at StageOne, Zurich Oerlikon

Topic: How does the young generation envision the mobility of the future?

Program:

• Introduction by the NextGen Swissrail committee
• Short inspirational inputs by:
  • Anna Barbara Remund (BAV)
  • Daniel Eckenstein (SBB)
  • Prof. Thomas Sauter Servaes (ZHAW)
• Workshop
• Brief presentation of the results during the evening program

Register here for the Swissrail Mobility Day 2025 workshop! When registering, please write "NextGen Swissrail Workshop" in the comments field to sign up specifically for the workshop. Feel free to forward this invitation to other interested young professionals. Admission is free for representatives of operators and authorities. Swissrail company members receive one complimentary ticket per company.

Informal Meetups

Twice a year, we provide space for informal evening meetups—to share ideas, connect, and network.

• February 13, 2025 in Bern
• August 28, 2025 in Zurich

NextGen Department Meeting on October 8, 2025

In the fourth quarter of 2025, we will wrap up the year with a NextGen department meeting, to continue deepening the exchange within the network.

LinkedIn Group

Our new LinkedIn group will serve as a central hub to connect young members and interested parties, and to share information about upcoming events.

We Need Your Support!

A strong network thrives on active members. That’s why we warmly invite you to share our survey with your young network. By doing so, you’ll help us find motivated individuals who want to actively engage in the NextGen network.

Take the survey here