To provide a common meeting ground between rail owners, vendors and users to establish transportation requirements and ensure a smooth transition from the present era to the future in the rail industry.

To promote operating efficiency in the handling of rail equipment.

To give the shipping public a direct voice in the activities of the railroads on matters of mutual concern.

To provide educational forums and seminars for the purpose of establishing and maintaining an understanding of shipper and receiver requirements and carrier innovations.

To offer continuing education programs designed to improve individual business and professional skills