Hitachi to Exhibit for the First Time at Railway Technology Exhibition in Osaka
Hitachi and Hitachi High-Tech will participate in the 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition in Osaka from May 27-29, 2026. They will showcase AI-driven 'Railway DX' solutions, including the 'HMAX' platform and predictive maintenance systems, to address labor shortages and safety challenges in the railway industry.
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Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi) and Hitachi High-Tech Corporation (Hitachi High-Tech) will exhibit at the '2nd Railway Technology Exhibition - Osaka 2026 (Mass-Trans Innovation Japan Osaka 2026)' to be held at INTEX Osaka from May 27 (Wed) to 29 (Fri), 2026. This will be Hitachi's first time exhibiting at this event in Osaka.
Under the concept of 'Railway DX loved by Hitachi's AI,' Hitachi will present solutions that combine railway-related technologies cultivated globally with AI and digital tools. The exhibits aim to contribute to solving challenges for various stakeholders, including railway operators and users.
In this exhibition, Hitachi will introduce its railway DX solutions, such as the AI-enhanced digital asset management platform 'HMAX,' to further improve railway safety and comfort, enhance the sophistication and efficiency of operations and maintenance, strengthen maintainability, and address issues like labor shortages and knowledge transfer. The effects of digital technology and AI actually being utilized in the railway field will be communicated through specific use cases and experiential exhibits.
Environment and Challenges Surrounding the Railway Industry
The railway industry currently faces diverse and structural challenges, such as labor shortages and the need for improved equipment maintainability. Additionally, expectations are rising for efforts toward a decarbonized society and sustainable development of regions and economic zones through enhanced value along railway lines.
To address these issues, a perspective that upgrades human flow and urban functions through urban development DX originating from railways, in addition to optimizing operations and maintenance through railway infrastructure DX, has become a key pillar supporting the growth of the railway industry.
Hitachi's Approach
The key to solving these challenges lies in the railway DX solutions provided by Hitachi with 'AI' (Intelligence/Love). Hitachi has integrated OT (Operational Technology) expertise in the railway field with IT/digital technology and data utilization know-how. By utilizing AI in various solutions like 'HMAX,' Hitachi has worked to create new value that meets challenges rooted in the railway field.
At the Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka 2026, visitors can experience the effects of AI and digital technology from the actual railway sites to the surrounding areas and cities through hands-on exhibits.
Hitachi's First Exhibition at Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka
This exhibition is a specialized event where the latest technologies and solutions in the railway field, including rolling stock, operation management, signaling/security, equipment maintenance, and passenger services, are gathered.
Hitachi is exhibiting at the Osaka edition for the first time, with cross-organizational participation from employees involved in the railway business globally as well as members responsible for AI, IT, and digital fields, operating under a 'One Hitachi' system. The booth will introduce solutions looking at the entire railway life cycle, such as digital asset management emphasizing field use, sophisticated inspection and monitoring using AI, and increased efficiency in operation management and station work.
Hitachi will further accelerate co-creation with railway operators and partners to achieve 'sustainable mobility' and 'people-friendly railways.'
About the 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition - Osaka 2026
Name: 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition - Osaka 2026 (Mass-Trans Innovation Japan Osaka 2026)
Period: May 27 (Wed) - 29 (Fri), 2026, 10:00-17:00 (closes at 16:30 on the last day)
Venue: INTEX Osaka Hall 3, 4, 5 / International Conference Hall (Hitachi Booth: Hall 4, Booth No. 4G-20)
Organizer: Sankei Shimbun Co., Ltd.
How to join: Pre-registration required (Free). Registration is available on the official website.
Hitachi's Exhibition Content
1. Bogie/Track Failure Predictive Analysis AI: Analyzes data from self-powered vibration sensors installed around the bogies to detect signs of abnormalities in components and tracks, as well as riding comfort, using AI.
2. Overhead Line Monitoring via Pantograph Camera: Automatically detects droppers, overhead line height abnormalities, and arc discharges by analyzing videos of overhead lines taken by pantograph cameras during operation using AI.
3. Signaling Security Equipment Monitoring and Sign Prediction System: A cloud-based solution for remote monitoring and grasping signs of defects in axle counters, turnouts, track circuits, interlocking devices, etc.
4. Track/Overhead Line Inspection Device (Hitachi High-Tech): Connects measurement systems using various sensors with digital platforms to develop into CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) solutions for tracks and overhead lines.
5. Maintenance Judgment Support Integrated Dashboard: Centrally aggregates information from various railway equipment and systems (vehicles, tracks, signals, etc.) across the board to be used for on-site judgment.
Under the concept of 'Railway DX loved by Hitachi's AI,' Hitachi will present solutions that combine railway-related technologies cultivated globally with AI and digital tools. The exhibits aim to contribute to solving challenges for various stakeholders, including railway operators and users.
In this exhibition, Hitachi will introduce its railway DX solutions, such as the AI-enhanced digital asset management platform 'HMAX,' to further improve railway safety and comfort, enhance the sophistication and efficiency of operations and maintenance, strengthen maintainability, and address issues like labor shortages and knowledge transfer. The effects of digital technology and AI actually being utilized in the railway field will be communicated through specific use cases and experiential exhibits.
Environment and Challenges Surrounding the Railway Industry
The railway industry currently faces diverse and structural challenges, such as labor shortages and the need for improved equipment maintainability. Additionally, expectations are rising for efforts toward a decarbonized society and sustainable development of regions and economic zones through enhanced value along railway lines.
To address these issues, a perspective that upgrades human flow and urban functions through urban development DX originating from railways, in addition to optimizing operations and maintenance through railway infrastructure DX, has become a key pillar supporting the growth of the railway industry.
Hitachi's Approach
The key to solving these challenges lies in the railway DX solutions provided by Hitachi with 'AI' (Intelligence/Love). Hitachi has integrated OT (Operational Technology) expertise in the railway field with IT/digital technology and data utilization know-how. By utilizing AI in various solutions like 'HMAX,' Hitachi has worked to create new value that meets challenges rooted in the railway field.
At the Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka 2026, visitors can experience the effects of AI and digital technology from the actual railway sites to the surrounding areas and cities through hands-on exhibits.
Hitachi's First Exhibition at Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka
This exhibition is a specialized event where the latest technologies and solutions in the railway field, including rolling stock, operation management, signaling/security, equipment maintenance, and passenger services, are gathered.
Hitachi is exhibiting at the Osaka edition for the first time, with cross-organizational participation from employees involved in the railway business globally as well as members responsible for AI, IT, and digital fields, operating under a 'One Hitachi' system. The booth will introduce solutions looking at the entire railway life cycle, such as digital asset management emphasizing field use, sophisticated inspection and monitoring using AI, and increased efficiency in operation management and station work.
Hitachi will further accelerate co-creation with railway operators and partners to achieve 'sustainable mobility' and 'people-friendly railways.'
About the 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition - Osaka 2026
Name: 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition - Osaka 2026 (Mass-Trans Innovation Japan Osaka 2026)
Period: May 27 (Wed) - 29 (Fri), 2026, 10:00-17:00 (closes at 16:30 on the last day)
Venue: INTEX Osaka Hall 3, 4, 5 / International Conference Hall (Hitachi Booth: Hall 4, Booth No. 4G-20)
Organizer: Sankei Shimbun Co., Ltd.
How to join: Pre-registration required (Free). Registration is available on the official website.
Hitachi's Exhibition Content
1. Bogie/Track Failure Predictive Analysis AI: Analyzes data from self-powered vibration sensors installed around the bogies to detect signs of abnormalities in components and tracks, as well as riding comfort, using AI.
2. Overhead Line Monitoring via Pantograph Camera: Automatically detects droppers, overhead line height abnormalities, and arc discharges by analyzing videos of overhead lines taken by pantograph cameras during operation using AI.
3. Signaling Security Equipment Monitoring and Sign Prediction System: A cloud-based solution for remote monitoring and grasping signs of defects in axle counters, turnouts, track circuits, interlocking devices, etc.
4. Track/Overhead Line Inspection Device (Hitachi High-Tech): Connects measurement systems using various sensors with digital platforms to develop into CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) solutions for tracks and overhead lines.
5. Maintenance Judgment Support Integrated Dashboard: Centrally aggregates information from various railway equipment and systems (vehicles, tracks, signals, etc.) across the board to be used for on-site judgment.