Championing a dynamic rail supply sector

Strategic leadership 

RIA has taken the lead in setting out a strategy for a lower-cost, higher performing, net zero railway. “RIA are to be applauded for being brave enough to take that first step… well done RIA, keep it going!” Green Signals podcast

Value for members

We provide unrivalled insights and connect members with opportunities to showcase their expertise through over 100 events a year “Not only do we gain valuable market insights, but we can also share our knowledge with specialist groups focused on areas such as rolling stock, standards and innovation.” RIA member 

Valued by stakeholders 

“I work closely with RIA and they have proven to be an invaluable connection to the supply chain - facilitating value add discussions to drive the rail industry forward for the benefit of all.” Senior leader, major client

About the Railway Industry Association

The Railway Industry Association (RIA) is the voice of the UK rail supply community. We help to grow a sustainable, high-performing, railway supply industry, and to export UK rail expertise and products. RIA has over 360 companies in membership in a sector that contributes £43 billion in economic growth and £14 billion in tax revenue each year, as well as employing 710,000 people. It is also a vital industry for the UK’s economic recovery, supporting green investment and jobs in towns and communities across the UK; for every £1 spent in rail, £2.50 is generated in the wider economy. RIA’s membership is active across the whole of railway supply, covering a diverse range of products and services and including both multi-national companies and SMEs (60% by number). RIA’s priority is to champion and help build a bigger and better, dynamic rail supply sector for its members.