For over 20 years, the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has supported the rail industry with trusted data, standards, and research. As a not-for-profit membership organisation, we work with our members to improve safety, performance, and sustainability across the network.
Through our knowledge resources, tools, and expert insight, we help organisations make informed decisions and address industry challenges.
A global rail community
Whether you’re based in Great Britain or overseas, RSSB connects organisations with a shared interest in rail.
Our network spans operators, suppliers, consultants, and transport bodies—creating opportunities to collaborate, learn, and innovate.
Why join RSSB?
Bespoke support
Our Engagement team works closely with members and affiliates, providing tailored guidance, expertise, and access to RSSB’s resources.
Influence and insight
Contribute your experience and gain early visibility of emerging safety, standards, and research developments.
Global access
Engage with RSSB’s knowledge and services through flexible membership and affiliate options, wherever you are in the world.
Diverse network
Join a wide-ranging community across rail, transport, infrastructure, and professional services.
Extend your access
Beyond membership and affiliation, RSSB offers a range of commercial services to support your business:
Training
Industry-leading courses developed and delivered by rail experts, tailored to organisational needs.
Consultancy
Specialist support from experienced professionals to help solve complex technical and strategic challenges.
Research
Evidence-based insight and analysis to address today’s issues and shape the railway of the future.
Tools and services
Access practical tools and data to support performance, sustainability, and decision-making.
If you are interested in accessing the wealth of resource to facilitate your business in rail or if you have any questions, please contact either:
Membership or affiliation?
Membership
Designed for organisations directly involved in Great Britain’s mainline railway, including:
- Passenger operators
- Infrastructure managers
- Freight operators
- Infrastructure contractors
- Rolling stock leasing companies
- Suppliers.
Some organisations are required to be members as part of their licence to operate. Membership includes voting rights under RSSB’s constitution.
Find out if your organisation is a memberAffiliation
The affiliate category was created to include organisations not eligible for membership under the RSSB constitution. Affiliation is open to organisations not eligible for membership, including:
- Light rail, tram, and metro systems
- Transport authorities and agencies
- International rail organisations
- Wider supply chain and professional services.
Affiliates benefit from access to RSSB expertise, insight, and resources, but do not hold voting rights.
See our affiliates