Association of American Railroads

09/10/2026

📢 Just Released: New RIO Report! Rail freight is sending a clear signal about the economy.

August 2026 set a new intermodal traffic record, with volumes climbing 4.4% compared to last year.

Combined rail freight volumes reached their highest level in almost eight years, reflecting resilient consumer demand and strong freight activity.

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09/08/2026

Freight rail moves because people do. We're proud to recognize the railroaders whose expertise, dedication and commitment to safety keep America's freight rail network strong and the economy moving.

Freight rail moves because people do.

More than 153,000 men and women keep America's freight trains running safely, day and night — engineers in the cab, mechanics in the yard, and dispatchers keeping everything on schedule. Their work puts groceries on shelves, medicine in pharmacies, and materials on job sites in every corner of the country.

This week we're joining , an effort lead by Association of American Railroads to recognize the people behind the supply chain. Next time a train rolls through your town, there's a skilled crew making sure it gets where it needs to go.

09/08/2026

This Labor Day, we celebrate the people who keep America’s freight rail network moving. From engineers and conductors to mechanics, dispatchers and countless others behind the scenes, railroaders work around the clock to deliver the goods our communities and economy depend on.

Many rail careers span generations, with families proudly carrying forward a tradition of service, dedication and hard work. Thank you to the freight rail workforce, and to all workers whose efforts keep America running every day.

This Labor Day, we’re thinking about the people who keep America’s freight trains running — engineers, conductors, mechanics, dispatchers, and more — showing up early, working holidays, and keeping the country’s goods moving so the rest of us don’t have to think about it.
Rail careers run in families and last decades, not just years. Happy Labor Day to the freight rail workforce, and to every worker who keeps this country running.

09/07/2026

Ever wonder how your favorite b**r gets from the field to you?

It takes a lot more than hops and good intentions. Ingredients like barley, corn, and rice begin their journey on American farms before moving through grain elevators, malt houses, breweries, and distribution centers.

Along the way, freight rail helps move massive volumes efficiently. In fact, one covered hopper railcar can carry up to four truckloads of grain.

So this National B**r Lovers Day, raise a glass responsibly to the many people behind every pint. 🍻🚂🌾

09/07/2026

Today, we celebrate the people who keep America moving.

From the rail yard to the locomotive cab, railroaders work around the clock to deliver the food, fuel, materials and products our communities depend on every day. Their dedication, skill and commitment keeps our economy strong and our supply chains moving.

This Labor Day, we thank the railroaders whose work powers progress across the country. Happy Labor Day.

09/06/2026

More than 50 years after hiring on with Burlington Northern, Ron Sedersten is still helping build and maintain the BNSF Railway network.

He's seen the industry evolve from manual tools and on-the-job learning to modern technology that helps make railroad work safer and more efficient. Through it all, the people behind the railroad have remained its greatest strength.

That's the workforce behind .

09/05/2026

Every mile of track needs a strong foundation. At Superior Tie & Timber, Terrance Stromile helps manufacture the railroad ties that keep CPKC's tracks safe and dependable for the freight that reaches your neighborhood.

It's work that happens long before a train ever leaves the yard, but it's essential to keeping goods moving every day. Terrance is just one of the many people who power our supply chain. That's the workforce behind .

09/04/2026

Congratulations on a remarkable America 250 Locomotive Celebration! As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, it’s fitting to recognize that railroads have been part of the American story for nearly 200 years. From driving industrial growth and westward expansion to delivering the essential goods Americans rely on every day, freight rail continues to keep America moving. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible and helped showcase the legacy and future of railroading.

09/04/2026

For 34 years, Douglas Bonner has shown up with the same goal: get the job done safely and get it done as a team.

As a Locomotive Engineer at Norfolk Southern, he knows that keeping freight moving takes communication, trust and people looking out for one another.

It's that kind of commitment and experience that helps keep supply chains running and communities connected. That's the workforce behind .

09/03/2026

U.S. railroads are on the move! Our Policy and Economics team reports total U.S. rail traffic up 4.1% for the week ending August 29, 2026, compared with the same week last year.

Key highlights this week:

🪨️ Metallic Ores and Metals: + 11.0%

🛢️ Petroleum and Petroleum Products: +8.4%

🌾Grain: +8.3%

📦 Carloads: +2.2% year-over-year 🚛 Intermodal: + 5.7% year-over-year

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