As Innovation Week comes to a close, few sectors better illustrate the quiet power of American ingenuity than freight rail—where century-old infrastructure is being reimagined with cutting-edge technology to move goods more safely, efficiently, and sustainably than ever before.
CEO PERSPECTIVES, RAILWAY AGE APRIL 2025 ISSUE: Freight rail remains the backbone of the nation’s transportation system, seamlessly linking industries, businesses and consumers. New analysis from AAR economists transforms abstract concepts into
Former Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood once argued that “building a safety culture requires constant attention, a commitment to continuous improvement, and strong leadership from the top. It means not just complying with
As part of a special series in Railway Age’s April 2023 issue, 13 chief executives of leading North American companies answer the single-most critical question: What is the biggest challenge facing the North American rail industry? Ian Jefferies of the Association of American Railroads is the tenth to share his perspective.
As part of a special series in Railway Age’s March 2022 issue, 11 North American railroad CEOs address what must be done to grow and gain market share from competing freight transportation modes. Ian Jefferies, President and CEO of the Association of American Railroads, is the 10th to share his perspective.
As part of a special series in Railway Age’s March 2021 issue, 11 North American railroad CEOs address the daunting challenges the freight rail industry faces as the 21st century enters its third decade—from operations and technology to marketing and growth. Here, Ian Jefferies, President and CEO of the Association of American Railroads, covers championing balanced economic and legislative policies.
Editor’s Note: RealClear Markets published this editorial by AAR President and CEO Ian Jefferies on Aug. 1. With mixed economic signals coming from Washington D.C., Jefferies argues that federal lawmakers must do their part to provide certainty.
