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- RSI Congratulates Chairman Graves, Looks Forward to Continued PartnershipDecember 13, 2024 — The Railway Supply Institute (RSI), the leading advocate for the railway supplier industry, congratulates Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.) on his continued service as Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Chairman Graves’ leadership has been instrumental in fostering policies that advance safety, innovation, and sustainability within the freight and passenger… Read more: RSI Congratulates Chairman Graves, Looks Forward to Continued Partnership
- The Evolution of U.S. Passenger Rail: Why Progress MattersPassenger 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… Read more: The Evolution of U.S. Passenger Rail: Why Progress Matters
- The Future of High-Speed Rail in America—and How Freight Can BenefitBy RSI Staff As demand for high-speed rail (HSR) continues to grow, the U.S. rail industry stands at the precipice of a transformative era. While many are familiar with HSR’s potential to revolutionize travel, fewer may appreciate the far-reaching benefits it can bring to the freight rail industry and broader rail ecosystem. According to Andy… Read more: The Future of High-Speed Rail in America—and How Freight Can Benefit
- Greetings From Berlin: An Optimistic Outlook on Rail at InnoTrans 2024By RSI President Patty Long I recently had the privilege of attending InnoTrans in Berlin, the world’s largest trade fair for transport technology, for a second time. As a leading voice of the North American rail supply industry with a growing presence in the passenger space, RSI’s participation at this global event was more important… Read more: Greetings From Berlin: An Optimistic Outlook on Rail at InnoTrans 2024
- Assessing the Health of U.S. Passenger Rail Supply: 3 TakeawaysBy RSI Staff In 1982, the Buy America Act was passed as a provision of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act, requiring mass-transit projects—be it rail, highway, or rapid transit—to purchase certain materials for infrastructure in the U.S. But domestic preference assumes a healthy domestic supplier base. So what does the health of rail supply in… Read more: Assessing the Health of U.S. Passenger Rail Supply: 3 Takeaways