The National Railway Museum is working on a new permanent exhibition called Railway Futures: The Porterbrook Gallery, set to be housed in the museum's upcoming Central Hall building, scheduled for completion in 2027. The exhibition, made possible through a £2.5 million partnership with Porterbrook, aims to showcase 25 contemporary objects that represent cutting-edge innovation in the rail sector. These items have been sourced from various donors, including start-ups, multinational rail companies, and even space agencies, to explore how railways are influencing society, technology, and the environment. Railway Futures will include interactive exhibits, case studies, and stories from rail professionals, encouraging visitors to reflect on key contemporary challenges such as climate change, social equity, and economic resilience. The exhibition will also highlight ongoing developments like decarbonisation efforts and new digital technologies, fostering discussions on the industry's adaptation and innovation. Notably, the HydroFLEX fuel cell, a hydrogen-powered passenger train, will be a key exhibit in the gallery, showcasing clean energy technology. The Railway Futures exhibition aims to engage young audiences, particularly 15- to 25-year-olds, promoting creativity and critical thinking about the future of railways and potential career opportunities in the industry. The initiative has received praise from the Director of the National Railway Museum and the CEO of Porterbrook, emphasizing the commitment to innovation, sustainability, and inspiring the next generation in the rail industry.