Advancing Passenger Rail Through Private Innovation
The Association of Innovative Passenger Rail Operators (AIPRO Rail) unites private-sector leaders dedicated to expanding, operating, and enhancing passenger rail service across the United States. AIPRO Rail members collaborate with host railroads, state transportation agencies, labor organizations, and federal policymakers to achieve results, from significant corridor development projects to the consistent provision of reliable, safe, and customer-centric commuter and intercity service.
What Sets Us Apart
Commercially Negotiated Access
Competition
Public-Private Partnership
Innovation in Operations'
Expertise in Rolling Stock and Equipment Sourcing
Strong Working Relationships with Host Railroads
Why Private Sector Innovation Matters
Passenger rail thrives when public investment is paired with private innovation. AIPRO Rail’s members leverage decades of operational expertise, entrepreneurial problem-solving, and scalable delivery models to deliver reliable, efficient, and customer-focused service.
AIPRO Rail brings together passenger rail operators, technical experts, and public partners to build solutions that scale. We focus on pragmatic collaboration—leveraging operational experience, data-driven insights, and a shared commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service.
How We Work
Our Impact
AIPRO members operate and support rail systems that carry over 60 million passengers annually across the United States. From corridor revitalization to workforce development and operational efficiency, our work delivers measurable results in communities large and small.
Who We Are
AIPRO Rail is a coalition of experienced private-sector passenger rail operators and stakeholders dedicated to enhancing rail service in America. Our members manage rail systems that transport over 60 million passengers annually in the U.S. and 2.6 billion worldwide. We advocate for policies that promote greater innovation, efficiency, and competition within the passenger rail sector.
What We do
AIPRO’s activities include conferences, workshops, and technical sessions on topics related to innovative passenger rail operations, as well as research and development projects focused on advancing the state of the art in passenger rail technology and practices.
The organization also provides training and education programs for passenger rail professionals and advocates for policies and regulations that support the growth and development of the passenger rail industry.
Advantages to Working with AIPRO Rail
Learn how AIPRO Rail Members are transforming passenger rail through competition, innovation, and investment.
Our Members
AIPRO Rail represents a coalition of experienced operators, innovators, and technical partners from across the passenger rail industry. Together, our members move millions of passengers annually and help shape the future of rail service in the U.S.