The Railway Study Network is a membership network that provides a forum for the exchange of experience, knowledge and opinion on issues relating to all aspects of the railway industry.
In 2025, the Railway Study Network and NSAR formed a strategic partnership to leverage the strengths of both organisations to enhance the knowledge of the rail workforce.
What is the Railway Study Network?
Founded in 1909, the Railway Study Network (formally the Railway Study Forum and Railway Study Association) is one of the rail industry's longest-standing bodies. The RSN membership includes individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and expertise – embracing operations, engineering, business planning, project management, marketing and consultancy. It is operated on a voluntary basis.
Aims
The Railway Study Network sets out to improve knowledge of how railways work and operate around the world. Through the events it organises, the RSN provides a forum for sharing knowledge on issues relating to all aspects of the railway industry. These events are valuable opportunities for networking, education and personal and professional development.