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 […]
Railway Interchange 2026 Session Sneak Peek: An Amtrak and Supplier Industry Roundtable
In preparation for Railway Interchange 2026, taking place June 2-4 in Omaha, NE, RSI is taking a sneak peek into some can’t-miss sessions. To chat about the session “Building the Future of Passenger Rail: An Amtrak and Supplier Industry Roundtable” — taking place 1-2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3 — we reached out to panelist […]
Railway Interchange 2026 Session Sneak Peek: Union Pacific Railroad Safety Train
In preparation for Railway Interchange 2026, taking place June 2-4 in Omaha, NE, RSI is taking a sneak peek into some can’t-miss sessions. To chat about the three-day Union Pacific Railroad Safety Train activity, we reached out to Union Pacific Hazmat Sr. Manager of Hazardous Materials Jesse Duplechin. Check out his answers below about this brand-new, […]
RSI Congratulates Richard Kloster on Surface Transportation Board Confirmation
Washington, DC—The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) congratulates Richard Kloster on his confirmation to the Surface Transportation Board (the Board). Kloster’s appointment marks an important milestone for both the freight rail industry and the broader U.S. supply chain. With decades of leadership experience and a deep understanding of the rail sector, Kloster brings a thoughtful, balanced […]
Insight Into the 2026 Economic Impact Study
By RSI Staff The newly released 2026 Rail Supply Economic Impact Study: The Economic Impact of the U.S. Rail Supply Industry, produced in partnership with the Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA) and the Railway Tie Association (RTA), presents a comprehensive, updated assessment of the industry’s contribution to the national economy. The Oxford Economics report finds that rail supply activity supports approximately 906,000 jobs, generates $127 billion in gross […]
RSI President- Executive Leadership Opportunity
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is in the midst of a transformation and seeks a president to lead RSI and its members to a higher level of prominence and a more effective advocacy model in the complex and rapidly changing environment that is the North American transportation ecosystem. RSI members face a variety of economic, […]
Rail Supply Industry Releases Updated Economic Impact Report Highlighting 906,000 Jobs Throughout U.S. Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 30, 2026) — Today, the rail supply industry released the latest edition of its economic impact report for the rail supply industry. Produced in partnership with Oxford Economics, this latest study is supported by the Railway Supply Institute (RSI), the Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA), the Railway Tie Association (RTA) and Amtrak. […]
Behind the Scenes of National Defense: How Railcar Manufacturers Strengthen America’s Strategic Readiness
By RSI Staff 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 rail and the railcar manufacturers that support the Department of Defense (DoD). Companies like Ebenezer Railcar and its sister company, […]