2025

January 31, 2025
RTA’s Tie Grading Seminar Hits Record Demand, Overselling for 5th Straight Year
The Railway Tie Association’s (RTA) Tie Grading Seminar continues to break records, with the 2025 seminar overselling its capacity once again. To be hosted this year at the Koppers Inc. plant in Somerville, Texas, the seminar has grown steadily since 2021, reflecting its reputation as a cornerstone educational program for the wood crosstie industry. READ MORE

January 31, 2025
RTA 2025 Wood Tie Outlook: A Strong Finish to 2024, Uncertainties That Could Shape the Market Ahead

The wood crosstie and timber market closed out 2024 on a high note, driven by robust purchases, increased production, and a recovery in inventory levels. Looking ahead, the Railway Tie Association’s (RTA) 2025 outlook projects steady wood tie demand through 2026. However, a mix of potential headwinds and tailwinds still presents uncertainties that could shape the market’s trajectory. READ MORE