Every year, the RailStaff Awards shines a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the railway. From frontline staff to board executives, cleaners to engineers, the evening is all about the individuals and teams who work tirelessly throughout the year – and with far too little recognition.

Since its inception, the RailStaff Awards has grown into one of the most anticipated events in the rail calendar. It’s a night where stories are shared, achievements are honoured, and colleagues from across the country come together to celebrate their success.

The event outdoes itself each year with a night that’s bigger, bolder, and more memorable than ever, and 2025 will be no different. With just five months to go until the industry event of the year, the Rail Media team is buzzing behind the scenes to bring you another spectacular experience.

Nominations are open

The RailStaff Awards are unique in that each prize is handed out to the people who keep the industry running – you won’t find an award for organisations or firms. While a few companies may win kudos for their association with the evening’s winners, it’s the staff who take home the honours at the end of the night.

With 20 categories up for grabs at this year’s awards, there are plenty of opportunities to nominate your close friends and coworkers. But where do you start?

First, it’s worth writing down the things you most admire about the person: their cheerfulness, positive outlook, or determination. Are they a person who stands by their colleagues? Do they go out of their way to make other people’s days easier?

Next, write down a specific incident which demonstrates the qualities you know this person has. Perhaps they helped to organise a charity event or put in a last-minute shift to help out a colleague. It could be an act of bravery, rescuing a passenger from an incident, or assisting someone who was lost. Include the approximate date and location.

Finally, visit www.railstaffawards.com and click on ‘Nominate Now’. Nominating is free of charge and will only take a few minutes of your time, but it could make a huge difference to someone whose work you admire.

If you need help at any stage, feel free to contact [email protected]. We can help with advice on how to draft a nomination. Please remember: You must obtain the approval of the nominee’s manager or director, along with a photo of the nominee, before submitting the nomination.

Secure your ticket

If you’ve never been to the RailStaff Awards, now is the time to book your tickets and prepare to hear the voice of the industry. Attendees can expect an amazing experience with delicious food and drink, and spectacular entertainment.

Whether you’re nominated or nominating, make sure to grab your ticket to the rail industry’s greatest night of the year. You don’t want to miss out!

Tickets can be booked now at www.railstaffawards.com or by contacting: Tel: 01530 816456 Email: [email protected]

Early Bird tickets at a discounted rate are available until Friday 4 July 2025. This is your chance to be part of something special. Join us in November for the industry event of the year.

Let’s make 2025 another milestone in celebrating the spirit of the railway family. Soak up the atmosphere, enjoy the spectacular entertainment, and let the good times roll.