AREMA stands for the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association. It is a professional association comprised of individuals and organizations involved in the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of railway systems in the United States.
AREMA serves as a prominent resource and advocate for the railway industry, focusing on advancing the technical aspects of railway infrastructure. The association's mission is to provide its members with the knowledge, tools, and resources necessary to design, build, improve, and maintain reliable, safe, and efficient railway systems.
AREMA facilitates the exchange of information and collaborative efforts among professionals in the industry by organizing conferences, seminars, and technical training programs. It also publishes various technical manuals, guidelines, and standards related to railway engineering and maintenance-of-way practices.
The association actively contributes to the development and enhancement of best practices, research projects, and innovations in the railway industry. It actively engages with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and other organizations to advocate for policies and initiatives that further improve railway safety, sustainability, and performance.
Membership in AREMA is open to individuals, corporations, and organizations involved in railway engineering, maintenance, operations, and related fields. By bringing together professionals from different sectors of the railway industry, AREMA plays a critical role in fostering knowledge sharing, collaboration, and advancement in the field of railway engineering and maintenance-of-way.
