Modern Rail Capital

Modern Rail Capital When you contact us, you won’t get transferred in circles. You’ll get an answer when you need it.

06/23/2026

From managing capital constraints to navigating unpredictable demand cycles, MRC's Commercial Operations & Customer Service Manager, Ashley Dietiker, explains how MRC helps customers stay flexible and focused on keeping commerce moving.

06/18/2026

Reliability, safety and the shift toward digital railroads are just some of what rail shippers prioritize most today, and Commercial Operations & Customer Service Manager Ashley Dietiker breaks down why each one matters.

We have small covered hoppers available for lease right now, with flexible options built around your operation, not ours...
06/16/2026

We have small covered hoppers available for lease right now, with flexible options built around your operation, not ours.

If you’re moving cement, sand, petcoke, roofing granules or similar commodities, leasing your fleet from MRC means you're not waiting on a railroad to provide cars when demand peaks.

See the specs of our small cubes here: mrc-rail.com/railcar-results/coveredhopper

With the FAST Act deadline on every shipper's radar, our VP of Operations, Rob Sech, gives a straight answer on one of t...
06/11/2026

With the FAST Act deadline on every shipper's radar, our VP of Operations, Rob Sech, gives a straight answer on one of the most common questions we're hearing right now: how should shippers view DOT-117J cars (new builds) vs. DOT-117R (retrofits)?

06/09/2026

From fleet flexibility to building customer trust that lasts decades, Ashley Dietiker, MRC's Commercial Operations & Customer Service Manager, shares what it truly means to be a long-term partner in railcar leasing.

06/08/2026

What does modern tank car inspection and testing look like? Our VP of Operations, Rob Sech, has the breakdown in this short video.

Looking to lease centerbeam railcars? We have them available, and we're ready to move fast.We have well-maintained cente...
06/04/2026

Looking to lease centerbeam railcars? We have them available, and we're ready to move fast.

We have well-maintained centerbeams and flexible leasing options. Whether you need a short-term solution or a long-term fleet commitment, we'll work around your timeline to deliver what you need.

View our available Centerbeam fleet: mrc-rail.com/railcar-results/centerbeam

06/03/2026

A lot has changed over the past 30 years. In this short video, our VP of Operations, Rob Sech, reflects on his extensive experience to share how tank car inspections were done back in the day.

06/01/2026

What is an expert looking for when they inspect tank cars? MRC VP of Operations, Rob Sech, has a breakdown of what goes into this critical inspection stage to ensure safety and compliance.

Our VP of Operations Robert Sech will be presenting at Railway Interchange on the historical and current tank qualificat...
05/29/2026

Our VP of Operations Robert Sech will be presenting at Railway Interchange on the historical and current tank qualification process. Be sure to stop by and ask Rob any questions you have! He’ll be joined at the conference by Kevin Cook and George Abraham, and the MRC team would love to talk if you’re in Omaha for this event.

Address

1 S Wacker Drive #2180
Chicago, IL
60606

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Modern Rail Capital posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Modern Rail Capital:

Featured

Share