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PennDOT and NS are now collaborating to finalize an operating agreement and the improvements needed to increase passenger-rail service on the NS-owned corridor west of Harrisburg, officials announced on Feb. 18. Pictured: Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf.

February 22, 2022
Intercity

Pennsylvania Eyes Second Pittsburgh-Harrisburg Train

A second daily Amtrak passenger rail trip between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg could start running in 2027 if a deal is struck between the commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Norfolk Southern (NS).

February 18, 2022
Finance/Leasing

Rail Equipment Market: The Cowen Insight

Cowen and Company on Feb. 15 held a webinar with five expert panelists addressing the current state and outlook for the rail, locomotive, and railcar leasing and manufacturing markets.

February 18, 2022
Class I

To Boost Conductor Trainee Recruits, NS Offering Bonuses

Norfolk Southern (NS) conductor trainees can now expect up to $5,000 in starting bonuses, the Class I railroad reported on Feb. 17.

February 17, 2022
Class I

NS Appoints Duncan VP, Network Planning and Ops

BNSF-veteran Paul B. Duncan is joining Norfolk Southern (NS) as Vice President of Network Planning and Operations, succeeding John Friedman, who is retiring March 1.

The FRA report found that Amtrak trains experienced more than 1.2 million minutes of delay during the fourth quarter, up 37% from the previous quarter. System-wide, fourth-quarter train-miles were up 33% from the third quarter, coming in at 8,168,324 train-miles, as Amtrak restored service following the pandemic.

February 15, 2022
Regulatory

FRA Issues Amtrak OTP Report Card

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has released a report measuring the performance and service quality of Amtrak intercity passenger train operations for fourth-quarter 2021 (ending Sept. 30). Among the findings: the Cardinal, Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle were delayed most.

February 11, 2022
News

25 UNDER 40

RAILWAY AGE FEBRUARY 2022 ISSUE: Railway Age is proud to recognize 25 “Fast Trackers” Under 40 in 2022.

February 11, 2022
Class I

NS, CSX, CN Recognized for Supplier Engagement on Emissions Reduction

Norfolk Southern (NS), CSX and CN have earned spots on CDP’s 2021 Supplier Engagement Leaderboard, which recognizes companies for their work with suppliers to reduce emissions.

On Feb. 16, Michael McClellan will take on the role of NS Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer.

February 11, 2022
Class I

McClellan, Nag, Moore Move Up at NS

NS has elevated three executives: Michael McClellan to Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer; Nabanita Nag to Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer; and Clay Moore to Vice President and Controller.

The Sherwin-Williams expansion project includes a 36,000-square-foot extension of its existing 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Statesville, N.C.; four new rail spurs to be used by NS; and a new 800,000-square-foot distribution and fleet transportation center.

February 10, 2022
Class I

For Sherwin-Williams, $300MM N.C. Facility Expansion

The Sherwin-Williams Company will invest a minimum of $300 million to expand its architectural paint and coatings manufacturing facility and establish a larger distribution center in Statesville, N.C.; Norfolk Southern serves the location.

Commentary

February 02, 2022
Regulatory

STB Sets Gulf Coast Hearing, But Amtrak Loses Pre-Hearing Round

Decision Day draws closer in the tussle between Amtrak and potential host railroads CSX and Norfolk Southern (NS) before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) over whether or not there will be passenger trains running between New Orleans and Mobile in the near future.