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The NRC organizes events designed to educate and foster collaboration to strengthen the railway industry, our members and member companies.

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44th Annual NRC CONFERENCE AND NRC-REMSA EXHIBITION

Mark your calendar for January 4-7, 2023 for the rail industry's premier networking event of the year.  The NRC Annual Conference will be held at the Boca Raton Resort and Club in Boca Raton, Florida.  Check back later this summer for details about reservations for exhibit space and hotels.

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2027 NRC Annual Conference and NRC-REMSA Exhibition

JOIN US January 6 THROUGH 9, 2027

at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
IN Phoenix, AZ

  • Learn
  • Network
  • Advocate

2027 NRC Annual Conference and NRC-REMSA Exhibition

JOIN US January 6 THROUGH 9, 2027,

at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
IN Phoenix, AZ

  • Learn
  • Network
  • Advocate

2027 NRC ANNUAL CONFERENCE & NRC-REMSA EXHIBITION

Please join us January 6 to 9, 2027, for the 2027 NRC Annual Conference and NRC-REMSA Exhibition at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona

Learn. Network. Advocate. Kick off the year on the right track at the railway construction's premier event. The annual NRC Conference features a unique program agenda with chief engineers from the major freight railroads and other key speakers covering up-to-date topics of importance to the rail industry. Typical topics include:

  • Class 1 and Regional Railroad Capital Spending Plans
  • Rail Projects of National Significance
  • Commuter Rail and Transit Contracting
  • Railroad Construction Safety
  • Panel Discussions on Signals & Communications, Rail Sustainability and Government Affairs
2023 Conference Program

Registration - Registration is now open. NRC members receive a significant registration rate discount.

If you have any questions about registration or your membership status, please email Marian Barreto or call 202-975-0365. Check here for more information about NRC membership.

REGISTRATION CATEGORIES On or Before 11/1/26 11/2/26 – On-Site
NRC member (first non-exhibitor attendee) $730 $880
NRC member spouse $330 $440
Non-member consultant, contractor, engineer, or supplier $1,090 $1,330
Non-member spouse $550 $660
Railroad/Media/Government Personnel no charge no charge

NRC - Member

Before 10/1

10/2 - 11/30

12/1 - On-Site

NRC - Spouse

$660

$770

$880

Non-member Spouse

Non-member

$330

$440

$385

$990

$550

$1,100

$605

$1210

$660

Exhibit Space Pricing

Booth payment includes one complimentary conference attendee registration per company.  All attendees must be registered for the NRC Conference to gain access to the exhibit hall.

Company Status

NRC Member

Booth Size

On or Before 11/1/2023

After 11/1/2023

8"x 10"

REMSA Member

$2,100 per booth

$2,300 per booth

8"x 10"

Non-member

$2,500 per booth

$2,300 per booth

8"x 10"

$3,300 per booth

$3,500 per booth

Booths that include a corner are considered premium locations and will incur an additional $250 surcharge. This is the top row (booth numbers ending in 12 and 13), and front row (booths ending in 00 and 01). Register for exhibit space.

For more information or for answers to questions concerning exhibit space, please contact Heidi Baker, Show Manager, at (202) 844-6126 or baker@remsa.org.

Exhibition Pricing - Check here for more information about the NRC-REMSA Exhibition and to reserve your booth space. For questions, please email REMSA Trade Show & Marketing Manager Heidi Baker or call 202-844-6126:

  • Booth sales opened for previous exhibitors the week of July 27, 2026.
  • Booth sales open to the public on August 3, 2026.
EXHIBIT PRICING
Company Status Booth Size On or Before 11/1/26 11/2/26 to On-Site
NRC Member 8'x10' $2,400 $2,600
REMSA Member 8'x10' $2,600 $2,800
Member of Neither Association 8'x10' $3,600 $3,900

*Booths that include a corner or are on the first row are considered premium locations and will incur an additional $250 surcharge.

NRC 2027 EXCURSIONS On or Before 11/1/26 11/2/26 – On-Site
GOLF TOURNAMENT FEE $380 $425
TRAP SHOOTING OUTING FEE $225 $250

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

BEFORE 11/01

11/01 - ON SITE

NRC Member

$660

$880

NRC Member - Spouse

$660

$330

$440

Non-Member

$990

$1,210

Non-Member Spouse

$550

$660

2027 Schedule At a Glance

Wednesday, January 6, 2027

  • Registration: 8 am – 7:30 pm
  • Exhibitor Set-up: 8 am – 4:00 pm
  • Reception in Exhibit Hall: 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday, January 7, 2027

  • General Session: 7:45 am - 8:45 am; 10:15 am - 12:15 pm
  • Exhibits: 8:45 am - 10:15 am, 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm; 5 pm - 7 pm
  • Seminars: 2 pm – 4 pm

Friday, January 8, 2027

  • General Session: 7:30 am - 10:40 am
  • Exhibits Tear Down: 7:30 am - 12 pm
  • Golf (additional registration required): 12 pm – 5 pm
  • Trap Shooting Event (additional registration required): 12 pm - 5 pm

 Saturday, January 9, 2027

  • General Session: 8:30 am - 12:20 pm
  • Finale Reception: 5 pm - 7 pm
  • LB Foster Football Party: 7 pm to 10 pm

Lodging - The hotel room block for the 2027 NRC Conference is at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa in Phoenix, AZ. Indicate your lodging preferences during registration. We encourage you to secure your lodging as soon as possible to ensure a comfortable stay during the conference.

Event Sponsorships - The NRC offers its members the opportunity to sponsor all or a portion of a specific conference function. General sponsorships also are available. Get positive exposure for your company with some of the planned marketing opportunities:

  • Sponsor ribbon on conference badges
  • Sponsor recognition on the NRC website in lead-up to the Conference
  • Sponsor recognition in NRC Conference emails to attendees, and NRC monthly bulletin
  • Signage with your company logo throughout the venue
  • Recognition at the event
  • Your company logo inside of the NRC Conference Program Guide.

If you are interested in signing up your company as a sponsor for the 2026 conference or have questions about the most up-to-date offerings, email Marian Barreto or call 202-975-0365.

Golf Tournament Registration - NRC's 2027 Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, January 8, at Wildfire Golf Club located on-site at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. Proud host of the LPGA Founders Cup, this property features two picturesque 18-hole championship courses designed by two of golf's greatest legends, Arnold Palmer and Nick Faldo. We are limited to 288 total slots for the NRC 2027 Golf Tournament. The tournament registration fee includes carts, green fees, lunch, refreshments, as well as driving range, and putting green access prior to the shotgun start. To ensure availability, rental clubs must be purchased by December 11, 2026.

Trap Shooting Registration - NRC’s 2027 Trap Shooting event will be held on Friday, January 8, at the world-renowned Ben Avery Shooting Facility from 12 to 2pm. The registration fee includes round-trip bus transportation from the hotel to the venue, water/snacks prior to departure, firearm rentals, ammo, safety protection (glasses, earplugs, and a licensed professional at each stand), and bottled water onsite. This event is open to all experience levels and will be a fun experience for all those who do not want to golf! Spots are limited. Registration is required.

‍Policy on Entertainment - The NRC Board of Directors has adopted a Policy on Entertainment to provide all NRC Conference and NRC-REMSA Exhibition ("Conference") attendees an equal opportunity to participate in the entertainment of our railroad, transit, commuter, passenger and other customers, speakers, and guests.

The Policy applies to events in connection with the Conference. During this timeframe, private hospitality events on or off the Conference premises are not permitted and no organized private entertainment is permitted while conference proceedings or events are occurring. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the common hospitality events and may not organize events that compete with the conference program.

All Attendees are expected to comply with this Policy. By registering for the Conference, you are certifying that all representatives and associates who are attending the Conference on behalf of your organization have been notified of this Policy and will observe and abide by it.

Scam Alert - We ask conference attendees to be vigilant of scams, including any solicitations via email that offer hotel deals or registration lists on behalf of the NRC. These groups are not affiliated with the NRC. Please check the NRC website or email NRC staff directly for the most up-to-date conference information.

IGNORE FRAUDULENT ATTENDEE LIST PROVIDERS
It has come to our attention that scammers have been contacting NRC conference attendees and exhibitors and identifying themselves as having access to attendee lists. NRC does NOT sell its attendee lists to any vendors or other third parties. Anyone attempting to sell you this information is fraudulent and not part of the NRC organization. The NRC strongly recommends that all conference registrants disregard such emails. To report a fraudulent solicitation, use the Federal Trade Commission reporting website.

Future NRC Conference Sites - Please join us at our these upcoming NRC Annual Conferences and NRC-REMSA Exhibitions.

NRC 2028 Conference & NRC-REMSA Exhibition
January 5-8, 2028
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, Marco Island, FL

NRC 2029 Conference & NRC-REMSA Exhibition
January 3-6, 2029
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Scottsdale, AZ

NRC 2030 Conference & NRC-REMSA Exhibition
January 6 – 9, 2030
JW Marriott Marco Island in Marco Island, FL

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