RailTrends 2025

RailTrends is the premier two-day intelligence summit for the rail industry—bringing together senior leaders from finance, operations, government, investment, marketing, and beyond.

What sets RailTrends apart? Substance and access. We move beyond surface-level updates to deliver deep, strategic insights—many that aren’t yet on your radar. There’s no livestream, no recording. If you want to stay ahead, you need to be in the room.

Established in 2005 by renowned rail analyst Tony Hatch of ABH Consulting and presented with Progressive Railroading magazine, RailTrends is the annual must-attend event for those who don’t just follow the industry—but define its future.

Jim Vena, CEO of Union Pacific, Named 2025 Innovator of the Year

Featured Speakers include:
– Jim Vena, CEO, Union Pacific Railroad (2025 Innovator of the Year)
– Tracy Robinson, President & CEO, CN
– Kevin Boone, EVP and CFO, CSX
– Tom Williams, EVP & CMO, BNSF
– Mike McClellan, SVP & Chief Strategy Officer, Norfolk Southern
– Coby Bullard, Senior Vice President – Merchandise, Energy, Transload, CPKC
– Michael Miller, CEO, Genesee & Wyoming
– Industry association leaders from AAR, ASLRRA, IANA, RSI, and more
– Leading analysts and consultants from major firms