American hardwood manufacturing is focus of EPA Administrator's visit

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin toured a Virginia sawmill and dry kiln facility, meeting with mill workers to hear firsthand about the pressures facing domestic hardwood manufacturers.

Registration is expected to open in late July for the Oct. 19-22 event at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

Education, industry updates, networking, optional activities, and plenty of time to connect are on the agenda for the 2026 RTA Annual Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

RTA joins industry partners to address long-term hardwood and crosstie supply challenges

With domestic hardwood production under pressure, RTA and industry partners are taking action to support supply stability.

Review your company listing and submit updates by July 30

Directory updates are underway. Check your email from Debbie Corallo and confirm your company information to ensure accurate representation in the upcoming printed directory.

Create your account to access member resources, event registration, and more—all in one place.

The new RTA Member InfoHub is live. Set up your account through rta.org to access the directory, register for events, and stay connected with RTA and fellow members.

2026 RTA Field Trip a Member Favorite

RTA’s 2026 Member Field Trip mixed in-depth tours of wood tie-related and railroad manufacturing operations with the one-on-one conversations and networking that make it a member favorite.

Fresh, Modern Design Improves User Experience

RTA's new website makes accessing member information easier than ever.

Register Now & Book Your Room ASAP

RTA's Member Field Trip (small group for maximum interaction) still has a few open spots available. Don't wait to register.

Nisus seeks experienced research scientist specializing in wood protection

This role in Rockford, Tenn., is ideal for an experienced scientist passionate about the wood products industry.

Koppers Inc.'s Noah Babik to Represent RTA

Babik will moderate the Timber Crossties Technical Session and deliver a presentation on "Evaluating Crosstie Preservative Systems: Traditional and Emerging Approaches"

The Field Trip Follows the Journey of the Wood Tie from Tree to Track in TN and KY

The RTA Member Field Trip is a space-limited event and fills quickly. Register today and make your hotel reservation before the room block is full.

Wood Tie Treaters Continue to Invest in Expansion & Upgrades

Tie treaters are upgrading facilities with modern pressure-treatment technology as demand for treated wood products continues across North American rail networks.