Holland LP & Railserve: Welding & Leadership Boost for Rail

Holland LP expands its **railway welding** capabilities with the acquisition of ARR Rail Solutions. Laurie Stiles appointed president of Railserve Inc.

October 28, 2025 7:54 pm

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Introduction

Holland LP has acquired key assets from ARR Rail Solutions Ltd., enhancing its welding portfolio with new automated technologies. Laurie Stiles has been appointed president of Railserve Inc., leading Railserve, Ameritrak, and Powerhouse, as well as their combined workforce of over 1,200 employees.

Holland LP Acquisition

Holland LP has acquired key products, technologies, and intellectual property from ARR Rail Solutions Ltd., a U.K.-based innovator of weld restoration models. The acquisition is intended to strengthen Holland’s existing welding portfolio.

Technology Integration

Holland will integrate ARR Rail Solutions’ technologies into its global welding portfolio. This integration will enhance Holland’s offerings in mobile welding, automated rail repair, and component restoration.

Financial Details

Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.

Railserve Inc. Leadership

Marmon Holdings Inc. has appointed Laurie Stiles as president of Railserve Inc. Stiles will oversee Railserve’s businesses, along with Ameritrak and Powerhouse.

Stiles’ Background and Responsibilities

Stiles will lead the more than 1,200 employees of Railserve, Ameritrak, and Powerhouse. She joined Marmon in 2021 and previously held positions as senior vice president of strategic initiatives for Marmon Railway and Repair Services, and VP of sales and marketing for Marmon On-Site Services. Stiles began her career in rail car fleet management for Norcal Gas and Shell Canada.

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Conclusion

Holland LP has acquired assets from ARR Rail Solutions Ltd. to expand its welding capabilities. Marmon Holdings Inc. has appointed Laurie Stiles president of Railserve Inc., overseeing Railserve, Ameritrak, Powerhouse, and their combined workforce.

Company Summary

Holland LP: Acquired key products, technologies, and intellectual property from ARR Rail Solutions Ltd.

ARR Rail Solutions Ltd.: A U.K.-based innovator of weld restoration models, acquired by Holland LP.

Marmon Holdings Inc.: Appointed Laurie Stiles as president of Railserve Inc.

Railserve Inc.: A company led by Laurie Stiles, along with Ameritrak and Powerhouse.

Ameritrak: One of the Marmon companies led by Laurie Stiles.

Powerhouse: One of the Marmon companies led by Laurie Stiles.

Norcal Gas: Laurie Stiles began her career in rail car fleet management for Norcal Gas.

Shell Canada: Laurie Stiles began her career in rail car fleet management for Shell Canada.

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