
ASTM International’s development of standards for transportation began at its founding in 1898, when Committee A01 offered key guidance for building American railways. Over a century later, ASTM committees now support ever-evolving engine technology, road infrastructure, and marine technology, both crewed and uncrewed. Read on to learn how ASTM standards are helping to make travel safe and sustainable across land and sea.
Steel, Stainless Steel and Related Alloys
Iron Castings
Metallic-Coated Iron and Steel Products
Magnetic Properties
Light Metals and Alloys
Road and Paving Materials
Packaging
Engine Coolants and Related Fluids
Ships and Marine Technology
Unmanned Maritime Vehicle Systems (UMVS)
Digital Information in the Supply Chain
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ASTM’s Journal of Testing and Evaluation covers various topics in road performance, highway and transport, and more.

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ASTM transportation-related technical committees meet throughout the year, both in-person and virtually. All with an interest in standards development are welcome to attend. Pre-registration is required.
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