New Delhi, India (30 July 2026): The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) is pleased to announce that it has officially joined the Indo-French Innovation Network as a member, marking another significant milestone in its mission to connect India's railway industry with leading global innovation ecosystems.
The membership reinforces Rail Chamber's commitment to fostering international cooperation, promoting innovation-led growth, and creating new opportunities for Indian railway manufacturers, technology companies, startups, research institutions, and infrastructure developers.
As a member of the network, Rail Chamber will actively engage with global stakeholders through the platform's Innovation Marketplace, Business Services, Knowledge Hub, News & Events Interface, and Verified Directory. The collaboration is expected to facilitate strategic partnerships, joint research initiatives, technology transfers, investment opportunities, and market access for Indian railway enterprises seeking to expand globally.
The platform's focus on advanced technologies—including artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, clean energy, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, and deep-tech innovation—closely aligns with the evolving priorities of India's rapidly modernizing railway sector and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
Commenting on this important development, Dr. Vinod Shah, Director General, Chamber of Railway Industries, said:
"Joining the Indo-French Innovation Network represents an important step towards strengthening global collaboration for India's railway industry. France has been a trusted strategic partner in transport infrastructure and advanced technologies, and this platform provides an excellent opportunity to build meaningful partnerships between Indian and French industries, startups, research institutions, and investors. Rail Chamber will actively leverage this network to facilitate innovation, encourage technology partnerships, promote sustainable mobility solutions, and create new business opportunities for our members. We believe international collaboration will play a crucial role in shaping the future of railway technologies and supporting India's journey towards becoming a global railway innovation hub."
The Chamber believes that closer engagement with the Indo-French innovation ecosystem will accelerate technology adoption, encourage collaborative research, strengthen industrial competitiveness, and support the development of future-ready railway solutions.
Rail Chamber invites its members, industry leaders, startups, research organizations, and technology innovators to actively participate in this international ecosystem and explore collaborative opportunities that contribute to the advancement of the railway sector.
About Indo-French Innovation Network
The Indo-French Innovation Network is a landmark government-backed, industry-led digital platform launched in February 2026 by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron. Developed by Capgemini and operated by the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the platform serves as the flagship initiative of the India-France Year of Innovation 2026.
About the Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber)
The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) is India's first unified apex industry body dedicated to representing and promoting the interests of the railway manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, consulting, research, and allied sectors. The Chamber works closely with government bodies, public sector organizations, private industry, academia, and international institutions to strengthen India's railway ecosystem through policy advocacy, innovation, capacity building, business development, and global partnerships.
