Chuck Baker, President, American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association
Commentary

Getting Things Done Is What We’re All About

ASLRRA PERSPECTIVE, RAILWAY AGE JUNE 2022 ISSUE: The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association 2022 Annual Conference and Exhibition came roaring back in May with participation and enthusiasm returning to pre-pandemic levels.

“Bob leaves behind an incredible team and family that has learned so much from him, and a company that will continue to thrive for generations to come,” ASLRRA President Chuck Baker said in a statement about the passing of Robert (“Bob”) Earl Bryant (pictured), who founded the Dillwyn, Va.-based Buckingham Branch.

Robert Earl Bryant, 1935-2022

Robert (“Bob”) Earl Bryant, Founder and Board Chair of the Dillwyn, Va.-based Buckingham Branch, died May 8. He was 87.

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg

Industry to USDOT: Use IIJA Funds to Address Supply Chain Issues

Nearly 60 transportation, manufacturing and construction industry groups are calling on U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to “dedicate as much as allowable by law in discretionary grants for FY 2022 to support projects that will facilitate and ease the movement of goods.”

Jennifer Mitchell, Deputy Administrator, FRA (Brandon Sloan Photography, ASLRRA)

FRA Deputy Talks CRISI, Crew Size with ASLRRA

Less than a month after being appointed FRA Deputy Administrator, Jennifer Mitchell discussed agency priorities and how small roads can best position themselves for CRISI program grants, among other issues, during the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association’s (ASLRRA) May 1-3 conference and exhibition in St. Louis.

ASLRRA 2022 Awards Roundup

The American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA), at its Annual Conference & Exhibition in St. Louis, Mo., presented its 2022 Safety Person of the Year, Safety Professional of the Year, Business Development Award, Short Line Hall of Fame and Schlosser Distinguished Service Award honorees.

Watco Issues Inaugural Sustainability Report

Watco on April 22 released its first sustainability report covering Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

Chuck Baker, President, American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association

CEO PERSPECTIVE: Four Parallel Paths to Growth

As part of a special series in Railway Age’s March 2022 issue, 11 North American railroad CEOs address what must be done to grow and gain market share from competing freight transportation modes. Chuck Baker, President of the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association, rounds out the series, sharing his perspective.

ASLRRA is holding an in-person Annual Conference and Exhibition on May 1-3 in St. Louis, Mo.—The Gateway City!
Commentary

A Virtual Success—and a Live Opportunity

ASLRRA PERSPECTIVE, RAILWAY AGE APRIL 2022 ISSUE: Even as a virtual event, Railroad Day on the Hill continues to be the premier railroad industry lobbying event showcasing the importance, vitality and resilience of American freight rail.

Commentary

Short Line Story Is One of Resiliency

ASLRRA PERSPECTIVE, RAILWAY AGE, FEBRUARY 2022 ISSUE: Over the holidays, I came across two items that highlighted what may be the most enduring trait of the short line railroad industry—its resiliency.

Amtrak’s P-42 diesel decked in OLI livery will run on its national network.

Unveiled: Amtrak P-42 Honoring OLI’s 50th Anniversary

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Operation Lifesaver (OLI), Amtrak on Jan. 12 released into service a specially painted P-42 diesel, emblazoned on both sides with the message, “See Tracks? Think Train!”

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