RTA: THE ADVOCATE FOR THE WOOD CROSSTIE FROM TREE TO TRACK AND BEYOND FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS
 

RTA PHYSICAL ADDRESS:

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The 107th Annual RTA Symposium and Technical Conference will take place October 20-23, 2025, at the San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. We sincerely appreciate the contributions of our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers, and attendees, and we can’t wait to see you in Texas!
2025 CONFERENCE INFORMATION
CONFERENCE GALLERY BY GARY COLEMAN

RTA is interested in all aspects of the wood tie industry!

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We want to hear from our members. Contact us by phone at 770-460-5553, or by email at [email protected].

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The Benefits of Membership

RTA members enjoy exclusive access to other leaders in the wood crosstie industry. RTA provides education, outreach, research, news, statistics, and information to all members of the wood crosstie industry. Plus, there are three events each year for education and networking. With more than 3,000 members, RTA provides access to the best minds in the industry.

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Why RTA?

RTA works to keep tie markets strong and healthy. RTA's mission includes working in a variety of ways to enhance the potential of our members' products and to make sure those products meet market demands. The key to successful competition in today's railroad industry is information. RTA is your best resource for information about treated wood crossties.

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2025-2026 Scholarship Applications: Due Friday, February 28, 2025

Students enrolled in forestry programs accredited by the Society of American Foresters or in North American wood science programs accredited by the International Society of Wood Science and Technology are encouraged to apply for one of two $5,000 scholarships.

Students in a four-year program must be juniors or seniors and not graduating before the end of the 2025-2026 school year.

Students in a two-year program must be in their second year and not graduating before the end of the 2025-2026 school year.

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RTA Tie Grading Seminar

March 10-13, 2025 - The George Hotel - College Station, Texas

This seminar is a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience catering to a broad spectrum of industry professionals with varying levels of experience. SPACE IS LIMITED!

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