Railway Supply Institute

“Many thanks to @RepNellie Pou for meeting with us during #RailDay2026 to talk about all the ways #FreightRail supports New Jersey businesses and helps the state’s economy grow. We are grateful for your time!” ASLRRA posted via social media. (ASLRRA Image)
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Industry Marks Railroad Day on Capitol Hill

Nearly 400 representatives from Class I’s and short lines to suppliers, contractors, and the associations that represent them advocated for the freight rail industry on March 4 at Railroad Day on Capitol

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Riley Departs RSI

After just shy of one year on the job, Railway Supply Institute (RSI) President Jim Riley on Feb. 13 unexpectedly was dismissed, RSI Board Chair and Progress Rail Executive Vice President Freight

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WIR Conference 2025: Connecting, Inspiring, Innovating

Railway Age and Railway Track & Structures on Oct. 15-16 hosted the third-annual in-person Women in Rail Conference with a packed lineup of influential women and their allies, who shared experiences, celebrated achievements, and discussed the future

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On the Ground, In the Shop: Why Facility Visits Matter More Than Ever

This summer, I set out on a journey that took me from the historic rail hubs of upstate New York to cutting-edge manufacturing facilities in Maryland and Louisiana. What started as a series of site visits quickly became a powerful reminder of the innovation that defines our members.

Freight RAILCAR Act: A Bit More Traction (UPDATED 9/23)

U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Ill.) alongside U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill.) and 41 additional cosponsors (32 original) in mid-February reintroduced the Freight RAILCAR (Rail Assets Investment to Launch Commercial Activity Revitalization ) Act, bipartisan