Frequently Asked Questions

In 2011, Railway Interchange began with feedback from the Class I Railroads for the rail industry to create one trade show that covers all facets of the industry. Today, Railway Interchange is the largest railway exhibition and educational conference in North America. The 2025 event takes place May 20-22 in Indianapolis, IN.

Recognized as the premier rail industry event, Railway Interchange is attended by over 5,000 rail industry professionals from around the globe. This railway conference showcases the latest technology, product development, services, and research by members of the Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA), the Railway Supply Institute (RSI), and Railway System Suppliers, Inc. (RSSI).

In addition to the Expo Hall, attendees will be inspired by a keynote address from a top rail industry professional and, during sessions, gain new insight on emerging technology, government regulations, and more. RSI and its educational partners will provide attendees with the knowledge and expertise to stay at the forefront of the railway supply industry.

Railway Interchange is presented by:

• Railway Engineering-Maintenance Suppliers Association (REMSA)
• Railway Supply Institute (RSI)
• Railway System Suppliers, Inc. (RSSI)

Indiana Convention Center
100 S Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, IN, 46225

The American Railway Engineering & Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA) made a financial decision to step away from Railway Interchange after 2023 and to host a standalone conference. The Railway Interchange partners are open to working with AREMA in the future and working towards what is in the best interest of the rail industry as a whole.

Building on the extensive history of this event, attendees will have opportunities to make new business connections, meet the manufacturers and suppliers who produce innovative technology and solutions that advance the industry, hear from key regulators and thought-leaders and more. Railroad employees will receive free access to the Expo Hall.

Railway Interchange works with our official housing provider, ConferenceDirect, to provide accommodations during the event. We’ve negotiated special hotel rates at multiple different properties surrounding the convention center.  Rooms rates are subject to availability and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis until April 23, 2025, or until sold out.

Choose from the following hotels:

• Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Indianapolis
• Embassy Suites Indianapolis Downtown
• Fairfield Inn & Suites Indianapolis Downtown
• Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
• Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
• JW Marriott Indianapolis
• Omni Severin Hotel
• SpringHill Suite Indianapolis Downtown
• The Westin Indianapolis

• 2025: May 20-22 in Indianapolis, IN
• 2026: June 2-4 in Omaha, NE

Registration is now open: https://railwayinterchange.org/register/

Hotels can be booked here: https://railwayinterchange.org/hotel-accommodations/

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