By RSI Staff As predicted by many at Railway Interchange last year, the Trump administration is bringing political changes that will significantly impact transportation funding. Ahead of this year’s event, we spoke with two Railway Interchange speakers, Husein Cumber, senior advisor, Brightline Holdings, and Robert Pearsall, partnerships director at U.S. High Speed Rail, to understand the […]
Advancing Passenger Rail: Early Insights From the PRAC
By Patty Long The Passenger Rail Advisory Committee (PRAC), formed in the fall of 2024 under the Surface Transportation Board (STB), is an exciting development for the future of passenger rail in the United States. The committee, comprised of 21 individuals representing the rail industry across the country, is filled with enthusiasm and a shared […]
The Evolution of U.S. Passenger Rail: Why Progress Matters
Passenger rail in the United States has entered an important phase of development. Over the past few years, significant groundwork has been laid, driven by new federal initiatives and promising ridership numbers. But this momentum can’t be taken for granted. Continued investment and development are key to realizing the full potential of passenger rail in […]
RSI Hires Government and Public Affairs Manager to Focus on Passenger Rail
Washington, D.C. —The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is pleased to announce Matthew Delaney has been hired as Government and Public Affairs Manager to focus on the RSI’s passenger rail initiative. In this pivotal role, Delaney will support RSI’s advocacy efforts, liaise with key stakeholders, and contribute to advancing priorities related to passenger rail on Capitol […]
Op-ed: Should metro worry about Chinese railcars? Just buy American
By: Mike O’Malley, President of RSI This article appeared in The Hill on October 19, 2019. Lawmakers in Congress want to bar transit authorities in U.S. cities from using federal tax dollars to purchase metro cars from companies owned or controlled by the Chinese government, but they have faced an intensive effort by Chinese firms […]