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 […]
Making Sense of Tariffs and Inflation for Freight Rail
By RSI Staff Recent changes to economic and trade policies are fueling significant challenges within the freight rail industry. As decision-makers face uncertainty, particularly around rail traffic and equipment demand, many are left to wonder whether they should proceed with caution or move forward as planned. At Railway Interchange, taking place May 20-22 in Indianapolis, […]