Last year, the Railway Supply Institute (RSI) and the rail community experienced its fair share of challenges and successes. Notable among the highs were strides made by RSI committees to educate the public and advocate for greater industry safety. As we move into 2024 with renewed momentum, RSI is shining a light on a few […]
RSI Statement in Support of Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, the House Committee on Ways & Means passed the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) released the following statement on the proposed bill. “RSI strongly supports the recently introduced bill which restores tax policies critical to our members’ operations,” said RSI […]
Railway Age: Brighter Days Ahead
2024 FREIGHT RAIL OUTLOOK, RAILWAY AGE DECEMBER 2023 ISSUE In more ways than one, 2023 was marked by a few dark clouds. In 2024, look for them to scatter, pushed by warmer prevailing winds. (With Jason Seidl and Patty Long) Resiliency is “the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.” Resilience, a […]
RSI Statement on the Biden Administration Announcement of $16.4 Billion in Funding for Passenger Rail Projects
Washington, DC (November 10, 2023) – This week, President Joe Biden announced $16.4 billion in new funding to repair and replace critical rail infrastructure along the Northeast Corridor. The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) released the following statement in support of the recently announced funding. “RSI is thrilled that the Administration is further prioritizing a more […]
RSI President Patty Long Statement on PHMSA Suspension of Authorization of Liquefied Natural Gas Transport
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Railway Supply Institute (RSI) President Patty Long issued the following statement: “The extended hold of the rule for transporting LNG by rail is disappointing. Transporting LNG has a proven safety record, and with our country continuing to face rising energy prices, we should be incentivizing critical infrastructure that can provide additional capacity […]
RSI Names Ashley N. Shelton New Senior Director of Government and Public Affairs
Washington, D.C.—The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) announced today the appointment of Ashley N. Shelton as its Senior Director of Government and Public Affairs, effective September 12, 2023. “We are delighted to welcome Ashley”, said RSI President Patty Long. “Ashley brings with her a wealth of knowledge in transportation, infrastructure and manufacturing issues, having worked closely […]
Railway Age: Collaboration for Progress and Growth
WHY TRADE ASSOCIATIONS MATTER As I read the rail trade press and follow the commentary of industry thought leaders, I keep coming back to a very basic premise. There is no dispute on the path our industry needs to take for continued growth and prosperity. Put simply: service, safety and sustainability will drive more people […]
Railway Supply Institute Releases Latest Annual Report and Member Supplier Guide
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) released its latest Annual Report and Member Supplier Guide, showcasing the accomplishments and activities that directly impact the rail supply industry. It also serves as a directory for RSI members and other stakeholders to learn and connect with one another. Each year, the publication is distributed to RSI members, railroad […]
CEO Perspective: When Consensus is Staring You in the Face: An Invitation to Partnership
As part of a special series in Railway Age’s April 2023 issue, 13 chief executives of leading North American companies answer the single-most critical question: What is the biggest challenge facing the North American rail industry? Patty Long of the Railway Supply Institute is the seventh to share her perspective. As a society, and all […]
RSI Statement on U.S. Department of Transportation’s Response to the Recent Accident in East Palestine, Ohio
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI)–whose members manufacture, own and maintain the vast majority of railcars and locomotives and provide technology solutions for transporting freight across the U.S. railway system–issued the following statement: “While 99.9 percent of all hazmat shipments by rail reach their destination without incident, that statistic is small consolation to the residents of […]