Fostering AI Innovation through Governance

The Dutch Railway invites you to a special Railways AI conference on how we all can benefit from AI in a responsible way. The modest conference marks the launch of the Rail AI-SAC (Artificial Intelligence - Sharing and Analysis Center) - a pioneering initiative designed to propel the rail sector into a new era of technological innovation and safety.

Please join us on April 4th at the Dutch Railways Head Office in Utrecht, the Netherlands for an event that promises to set the stage for transformative collaboration and robust AI governance in our industry.

• In the morning from 10.00h-12.00h we will organize a formal European Rail AI-SAC meeting to which the person responsible for AI Governance in your railway organization is cordially invited.
• In the afternoon from 13.30h-16.00h we will host an open conference on Fostering AI Innovation through Governance where several keynote speakers will deliver valuable insights on the topic.
• We will end the meeting with networking drinks till 17.00h.

We are proud to announce internationally renowned AI expert Rob van der Veer, Chief AI Officer at Software Improvement Group, as the first of our guest speakers. More RAIL-AI speakers to be announced soon!

RSVP
Please confirm your attendance by Friday 21 March by filling in this FORM.
Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Kubra Hatipoglu kubra.hatipoglu@ns.nl

Why This Event Matters

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the rail industry is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and overall service quality.
However, as we embrace these technological advancements, it is imperative that we manage the inherent risks and support innovation through sound AI governance.
This event will address critical challenges, including: 

• How managing compliance and operational risks supports innovation:
  With evolving regulatory landscapes, integrating AI without compromising compliance can be challenging. Our session will provide insights into how structured AI governance can help manage these risks and support seamless innovation.
• Fostering Transparency and Accountability:
  As AI begins to play a more significant role in decision-making processes, establishing clear frameworks for accountability is essential. Transparent AI processes ensure that decisions can be audited and trusted by all stakeholders.
• Promoting Safety and Security:
  AI systems must operate within stringent safety protocols to avoid compromising the integrity of our rail networks. Our discussions will focus on implementing AI technologies that enhance, rather than undermine, operational safety and security.
• Advancing Ethical Standards:
  The ethical deployment of AI is paramount. We will explore strategies to mitigate biases, ensure fairness in AI algorithms, and build public trust by adhering to robust ethical guidelines.

 By joining the AI-SAC and the conference you will gain access to the latest AI Governance developments in our sector that will speed up your own journey.

This event is not just a celebration of technological progress—it is a vital meeting point for thought leaders, industry experts, regulators, and innovators to share insights and best practices.

Together, we will explore how the Rail AI-SAC can drive forward a culture of safe, responsible, and cutting-edge innovation in our sector.

 

Dimitri van Zantvliet
Directeur NS Cybersecurity / CISO