Safety - The NRC’s annual "Safe Contractor of the Year" Awards recognize contractor member companies with exemplary safety performance during the year.
NRC Press Release - to be posted prior to January 9, 2026
NRC 2025 Projects of the Year – This award honors innovation, expertise, and quality project management applied towards the successful execution of a rail construction project by NRC member companies. All types of rail construction projects are eligible for the awards, including freight rail, industrial track, rail transit, commuter rail, intercity passenger rail, rail on port facilities, and rail on military facilities.
NRC 2025 Field Employee of the Year - This award recognizes and honors the rail contracting employee who has demonstrated dedication and excellence in his/her field. The NRC Field Employee of the Year goes above and beyond what is required of him/her on a regular basis, demonstrates innovation and perseverance, is a team leader, and a great asset to the company. He/she must also possess a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction.
NRC 2026 Innovation and Technology Process Award - This award honors and recognizes innovation and unique technologies/services and/or processes, created or implemented by an NRC member company. Eligible technologies or processes include grade crossings, RWP, contractor safety, freight rail, industrial track, rail transit, commuter rail, intercity passenger rail, rail on port facilities and rail on military facilities.
NRC 2026 Conference Schedule - Check here for details about the schedule, sessions and speakers.
About the NRC: The NRC is a U.S. trade association that advances the mutual interests of railway contractors and suppliers who construct, maintain and supply freight railroads and rail-transit and passenger lines. Founded in 1978, the NRC connects members with other railway industry professionals and government officials and policymakers. The NRC collaborates with its members, government, and industry leaders to create a positive business climate and to make railway construction and maintenance safer and more efficient.
About the Conference: The 46th annual NRC Conference and NRC-REMSA exhibition is January 7 through 10, 2026, at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida. With a well-earned reputation as the industry’s premier networking event, the conference will draw more than 1,400 registered rail industry leaders, including key decision makers in the freight, transit and commuter rail industry. Conference feature presentations by chief engineering and operations railway personnel detailing 2026 capital plans and other industry leaders addressing operations, safety, the regulatory environment, sustainability, industrial development and other compelling issues.
About the Exhibition: Coordinated by REMSA, the 2026 exhibition features nearly 140 exhibitors representing companies offering a range of goods and services from across the rail industry. Learn more about the NRC-REMSA Exhibition here, refer to www.remsa.org, or email Heidi Baker.
