By Joseph St. Peter, originally published on TrainsPro SI is highlighting this article that underscores an important point: rail safety is strengthened through innovation, not by standing still. RSI supports this position and remains committed to advancing technologies and solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and reliability throughout the rail network.
Demystifying Regulatory Requirements into Practical Solutions: An Insight into the QAC Webinar Series
By RSI Staff Quality assurance serves as a cornerstone of the railway supply industry, helping manufacturers and repair facilities maintain compliance, achieve industry certifications and deliver safe, reliable products to the market. As regulations continue to evolve, companies must not only understand new requirements but also determine how to apply them within their own unique […]
A Message From RSI Board of Directors Chair Greg Dalpe
Dear RSI Members, On behalf of the Railway Supply Institute Board of Directors, I am pleased to share our perspective on the appointment of Thomas Jensen as RSI’s new president and why the Board believes he is uniquely qualified to lead our organization during this chapter in our organization. Over the past year, the Board […]
Connecting with the Industry at Railway Interchange 2026
Thank you to everyone who attended Railway Interchange 2026. The event included over 4,000 attendees from almost every state, 43 countries and nearly 500 exhibitors. While in Omaha, we connected with various attendees to talk about the value of attending Railway Interchange, their personal takeaways, and why people should attend the event in 2027. A […]
Railway Supply Institute Names Thomas Jensen New President
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) — an association dedicated to advancing safety, innovation, technology, and sustainability within the freight and passenger railway supplier industry — announces the appointment of Thomas Jensen as President. Jensen will lead RSI’s legislative, regulatory, and advocacy efforts on behalf of the railway supply industry. “RSI is pleased to welcome Tom […]
Video Series: Celebrating America’s 250th
By RSI Staff As America marks 250 years, the Railway Supply Institute reflects on how innovation in rail has helped shape the nation’s past, power its present and drive its future. Thank you to Amsted Rail, FreightCar America, NSH-USA, Siemens Mobility, Wabtec Corporation and Oxford Economics for supporting this series. Part 1: Forging the Nation […]
RSI Deeply Disappointed by STB Decision to Decline Review of Car‑hire Rule
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is deeply disappointed that the Surface Transportation Board (STB) has denied RSI’s petition to reopen the decades‑old car‑hire arbitration framework. The STB’s decision to “wait and see” the impact of minor incremental adjustments — none of which address the existing railcar fleet — leaves in place the fundamental structural issues […]
Railway Supply Institute Statement on Advancement of the BUILD America 250 Act
Last week, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee advanced H.R. 8870, the BUILD America 250 Act, the next long-term surface transportation package to invest in America’s freight and passenger rail, transit systems and other surface transportation infrastructure. The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) commends Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), and members of the committee for working in […]