Association Of American Railroads

Association Of American Railroads Recent News

Decline In US Rail Volumes Slows
Despite double-digit percentage drops in May, U.S. rail volumes on a weekly basis have been narrowing their declines over the same periods in 2019 as North America slowly opens up following COVID-19 pandemic closures.
US Rail Volumes Fell Over 20% In April
U.S. rail traffic tumbled about 21% in April as falling volumes for coal, motor vehicles and parts, and chemicals contributed to a "historic" monthly decline, according to the Association of American Railroads (AAR).
U.S. Weekly Rail Volumes Contract By Nearly 23%
U.S. weekly rail traffic sank nearly 23% last week as COVID-19 pandemic woes put pressure on rail volumes for the second quarter.
Coronavirus Takes Aim At North American Rail Traffic
North American Carloads Of Motor Vehicles And Parts Plummet
North American Intermodal Traffic Takes A Hit
Railroad Industry Calls for Tighter Safety Standards on Rail Tank Cars