The 2026 Economic Impact Report for the rail supply industry is now available (download below). Produced in partnership with Oxford Economics, it updates the 2023 edition and is supported by the Railway
When Americans think about national defense, images of aircraft carriers, fighter jets or complex cyber systems often come to mind. What’s less obvious, but no less critical, is the role of freight
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
To commemorate 200 years of American rail in 2027, the B&O Railroad Museum has launched the website Americanrail200.org. This page is a centralized hub for rail enthusiasts to share specialized events, giving smaller organizations a platform to share their celebration to a nationwide platform.
Dear members, partners, and supporters of the North American rail supply industry: As we close out this year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve undertaken together. Stepping into the role of RSI president at the end of March has
After a year of significant transitions, quality assurance (QA) across railway suppliers’ products and services are more important than ever. Guidance and service offerings that can assist the industry are critical for moving rail forward towards innovation, safety, and reliability.
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.
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
At a June 2025 U.S. House Subcommittee hearing on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials, Wabtec Corporation’s Executive Vice President and CTO Eric Gebhardt testified on behalf of RSI. His testimony highlighted the transformative
The Railway Supply Institute joins the B&O Railroad Museum to celebrate the 200th anniversary of American railroading in 2027. Also, new American Public Transportation Association (APTA) data shows that public transportation “drives economic growth, creates jobs, and power U.S. mobility.”
