# Association of American Railroads: Safe\. And working to get safer every day\.

> Your trusted source for news, policy positions and insights from North America's freight rail industry\.

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## Pages
- [Data Center](https://www.aar.org/data-center/): Find traffic data, new Policy \& Economics releases, fact sheets, infographics, charts, reports and more about the North American freight rail industry\.
- [Front Page](https://www.aar.org/)
- [THE SIGNAL: JUST BECAUSE YOU CAN](https://www.aar.org/signal2-just-because-you-can/): Is an Indominus Rex coming to DC?
- [AAR's Newsletter](https://www.aar.org/the-signal/): Stay up\-to\-date on freight rail industry news, policy positions and insights from America's freight railroads\.
- [How Freight Railroads Use Technology](https://www.aar.org/freight-rail-tech/): Technology powers freight rail operations by optimizing efficiency, enhancing safety, and improving customer service\. Real\-time tracking, data analytics, and predictive maintenance have made the industry safer, more efficient, and adaptable to evolving demands\.

## MapGeo
- [Freight Rail Network Map](https://www.aar.org/article/igmap/freight-rail-network-map/)

## Issues
- [How Freight Rail Invests in America](https://www.aar.org/issue/freight-rail-investments/): Freight rail investment in infrastructure, technology, and workforce keeps goods moving efficiently—supporting supply chain reliability, economic growth, and environmental sustainability across the United States\.
- [How Freight Railroads Use AI for Safety \& Efficiency](https://www.aar.org/issue/how-freight-railroads-use-ai-for-safety-efficiency/): Freight railroads use artificial intelligence to enhance safety and efficiency\. AI\-powered sensors, automated inspections, and data analytics help detect defects, predict maintenance needs, and keep freight moving reliably across the United States\.
- [How Safe are Freight Rail Bridges?](https://www.aar.org/issue/freight-railroad-bridge-safety/): Regular inspections, advanced technology, and strict federal regulations ensure the safety and reliability of America's 61,000\+ Class I railroad bridges, regardless of age or appearance\.
- [How Digital Train Inspection Portals Work](https://www.aar.org/issue/how-digital-train-inspection-portals-work/): Digital Train Inspection Portals use cameras, sensors, and AI to scan trains at speed—flagging potential issues early to improve safety\.
- [Automated Track Inspections Enhance Rail Safety](https://www.aar.org/issue/automated-track-inspections/): Data show that the blended use of ATI with visual track inspections increases rail safety\. Learn why\.

## News
- [AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending April 18, 2026](https://www.aar.org/news/aar-reports-weekly-rail-traffic-for-the-week-ending-april-18-2026/)
- [AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending April 11, 2026](https://www.aar.org/news/aar-reports-weekly-rail-traffic-for-the-week-ending-april-11-2026/)
- [AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending April 4, 2026](https://www.aar.org/news/aar-reports-weekly-rail-traffic-for-the-week-ending-april-4-2026/)
- [AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending March 28, 2026](https://www.aar.org/news/aar-reports-weekly-rail-traffic-for-the-week-ending-march-28-2026/)
- [AAR Reports Weekly Rail Traffic for the Week Ending March 21, 2026](https://www.aar.org/news/aar-reports-weekly-rail-traffic-for-the-week-ending-march-21-2026/)

## Events
- [RAO/IAD Training Sessions](https://www.aar.org/event/railroad-insurance-management-association/)
- [AAR Tank Car Committee Meeting](https://www.aar.org/event/aar-hazmat-committee-tank-car-committee-meetings/)
- [North American Rail Mechanical Operations \(NARMO\) Seminar](https://www.aar.org/event/north-american-rail-mechanical-operations-narmo-seminar/)
- [AAR Quality Assurance Industry Conference](https://www.aar.org/event/aar-quality-assurance-industry-conference/)

## Optional
- [Sitemap index](https://www.aar.org/sitemap_index.xml)