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May 30, 2013
‘I raced a train and all I got was this lousy full-body cast’
Norfolk Southern safety campaign dramatizes dangers of disregarding crossing signals and trespassing on railroad tracks
NORFOLK, VA. – Billboards showing two feet poking out from a white sheet in a morgue have the tagline, “I raced a train and all I got was this lousy toe tag.” Another billboard shows a cast on a person’s leg with the caption, “I raced a train and all I got was this lousy full-body cast.”
The graphic billboards are part of Norfolk Southern's Train Your Brain public safety program, which warns motorists and pedestrians of the grave consequences of disregarding railroad signals and trespassing on railroad property. Norfolk Southern is bringing the campaign to East Tennessee – Knoxville, Chattanooga, and the Tri-Cities region -- this year to remind people to use their brains, and be smart and alert around trains.
Tennessee was selected because of its high number of train-vehicle crashes and trespassing incidents. In 2012, the state ranked ninth in the nation with 66 highway-rail collisions resulting in four deaths and 18 injuries, while 10 people died and 10 were injured while trespassing on railroad tracks, equipment, and property.
"The dramatic billboards grab your attention and make you think first before you cross the tracks," said Bill Barringer, Norfolk Southern’s director grade crossing safety. “When people realize that trains can take a mile or more to stop, and the impact of a train hitting an automobile is similar to the impact of an automobile flattening a soda can, that makes a memorable impression.”
In addition to the billboards, the campaign’s mascot, “Brainy,” a giant pink brain, will share information about railroad safety by giving away notebooks, T-shirts, and sports rally towels at state fairs, festivals, and University of Tennessee at Knoxville and Chattanooga football and basketball games.
To reach college-aged students, who statistically are more likely to disregard train horns and flashing lights to "beat the train" across the tracks, talk on cell phones, listen to music, and drive aggressively, Train Your Brain messages also will appear in some unexpected places – gas pumps, movie theater screens, and even on frozen billboards (wraps on ice chests at convenience stores).
Norfolk Southern launched Train Your Brain in Memphis in 2007, with the Memphis-based marketing communications firm Archer Malmo providing creative support and coordination. Over the past six years, the campaign has run in North Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, and Alabama, reaching more than 800,000 people. For more information, go to brainysworld.com or facebook.com/BrainysWorld. Norfolk Southern also is a longtime supporter of the national highway-rail grade crossing safety campaign, Operation Lifesaver, which works in partnership with railroads and law enforcement and transportation agencies to encourage the public to make safe decisions around tracks and trains.
Norfolk Southern Corporation is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Susan Terpay, 757-823-5204 (susan.terpay@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
archer>malmo contact:
Liz Hamilton, 901-260-4168 (lhamilton@archermalmo.com)
Sunday, June 02, 2013
Friday, May 31, 2013
NS Service Alert - Reroutes Due to Mississippi River Flooding at Hannibal
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Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:08 AM
Reroutes Due to Mississippi River Flooding at Hannibal
Due to rising Mississippi River levels at Hannibal, Missouri impacting bridge and main line operations, Norfolk Southern is now rerouting shipments normally moving over this route via alternate routes. Consequently customers may see delays of up to 24 hours. Based on current projections the river level will remain at high levels for several days. We are closely monitoring conditions and operations through the area and will provide further updates as conditions change.
The latest ETA and routing information is always available through Pacesetter and accessNS.
Customers with questions regarding specific shipments should contact the National Customer Service Center.
Customer Service Operations at 800-635-5768.
Customer Service Automotive Operations at 888-649-9273.
Customers with questions regarding local service should contact their Operations and Service Support Representative.
Operations and Service Support at 800-898-4296.
Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:08 AM
Reroutes Due to Mississippi River Flooding at Hannibal
Due to rising Mississippi River levels at Hannibal, Missouri impacting bridge and main line operations, Norfolk Southern is now rerouting shipments normally moving over this route via alternate routes. Consequently customers may see delays of up to 24 hours. Based on current projections the river level will remain at high levels for several days. We are closely monitoring conditions and operations through the area and will provide further updates as conditions change.
The latest ETA and routing information is always available through Pacesetter and accessNS.
Customers with questions regarding specific shipments should contact the National Customer Service Center.
Customer Service Operations at 800-635-5768.
Customer Service Automotive Operations at 888-649-9273.
Customers with questions regarding local service should contact their Operations and Service Support Representative.
Operations and Service Support at 800-898-4296.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
A Trenton Line Sunday morning surprise...
(Train sightings on 5-26-13.)
It certainly was a surprise for me to see CSX's K455's motive power as two CN units. CN 2144 (C40-8W) and CN 2124 (C40-8) are seen passing by the former Reading station (MP 50) on CSX's Trenton Line around 8:05 AM in Belle Mead, NJ.
It certainly was a surprise for me to see CSX's K455's motive power as two CN units. CN 2144 (C40-8W) and CN 2124 (C40-8) are seen passing by the former Reading station (MP 50) on CSX's Trenton Line around 8:05 AM in Belle Mead, NJ.
New Knoxville bulk transfer terminal extends reach of Norfolk Southern's rail network for shippers of aggregates and bulk commodities
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May 23, 2013
New Knoxville bulk transfer terminal extends reach of Norfolk Southern’s rail network for shippers of aggregates and bulk commodities
KNOXVILLE, TENN. – Norfolk Southern opened its new $5.9 million Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer terminal today in Knoxville.
Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer (TBT) terminals are specialized facilities that allow customers to transfer a large array of commodities between rail cars and trucks. The facilities allow customers without rail sidings to receive the benefits of rail economics and service quality.
The new terminal is located adjacent to I-275 and fewer than two miles from I-40 and I-75 at 849 Tennessee Ave., in Knoxville, adjacent to Norfolk Southern’s rail yard. The facility can handle dry and liquid bulk commodities such as flour, corn starch, and corn syrup, as well as aggregates such as sand and cement. It features 48 car spots, all in containment, a certified truck scale, and is fully paved, fenced, and lighted.
“The Knoxville TBT is well-positioned to reach local markets as well as extend the reach of our TBT facility network even more effectively to serve markets such as Kingsport, Loudon, and Morristown in East Tennessee as well as Western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia,” NS Group Vice President Scott McGregor told a group of city officials, customers, and guests gathered for the opening of the terminal.
Among those attending today’s event were Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Knoxville Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Edwards.
“I want to thank Norfolk Southern for their continued support of the Knoxville community,” Edwards said. “This new bulk transfer facility will help in our industrial recruitment efforts to sell the region to companies that are interested in shipping raw materials via rail.”
Norfolk Southern has a network of 31 TBT facilities in 17 states, which are operated by independent contractors who are industry experts in facilitating safe and efficient bulk transfer and distribution. The new Knoxville terminal is operated by RSI Leasing Inc. More information on Norfolk Southern’s transload network is available at Norfolk Southern Distribution Services.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Customers) Mike Moen, 757-823-5442 (mike.moen@nscorp.com)
(Media) Susan Terpay, 757-823-5204 (susan.terpay@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
RSI Logistics contact:
Kelley Minnehan, RSI Vice President, 517-908-3647 (Kminnehan@rsilogstics.com)
May 23, 2013
New Knoxville bulk transfer terminal extends reach of Norfolk Southern’s rail network for shippers of aggregates and bulk commodities
KNOXVILLE, TENN. – Norfolk Southern opened its new $5.9 million Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer terminal today in Knoxville.
Thoroughbred Bulk Transfer (TBT) terminals are specialized facilities that allow customers to transfer a large array of commodities between rail cars and trucks. The facilities allow customers without rail sidings to receive the benefits of rail economics and service quality.
The new terminal is located adjacent to I-275 and fewer than two miles from I-40 and I-75 at 849 Tennessee Ave., in Knoxville, adjacent to Norfolk Southern’s rail yard. The facility can handle dry and liquid bulk commodities such as flour, corn starch, and corn syrup, as well as aggregates such as sand and cement. It features 48 car spots, all in containment, a certified truck scale, and is fully paved, fenced, and lighted.
“The Knoxville TBT is well-positioned to reach local markets as well as extend the reach of our TBT facility network even more effectively to serve markets such as Kingsport, Loudon, and Morristown in East Tennessee as well as Western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia,” NS Group Vice President Scott McGregor told a group of city officials, customers, and guests gathered for the opening of the terminal.
Among those attending today’s event were Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Knoxville Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Mike Edwards.
“I want to thank Norfolk Southern for their continued support of the Knoxville community,” Edwards said. “This new bulk transfer facility will help in our industrial recruitment efforts to sell the region to companies that are interested in shipping raw materials via rail.”
Norfolk Southern has a network of 31 TBT facilities in 17 states, which are operated by independent contractors who are industry experts in facilitating safe and efficient bulk transfer and distribution. The new Knoxville terminal is operated by RSI Leasing Inc. More information on Norfolk Southern’s transload network is available at Norfolk Southern Distribution Services.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Customers) Mike Moen, 757-823-5442 (mike.moen@nscorp.com)
(Media) Susan Terpay, 757-823-5204 (susan.terpay@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
RSI Logistics contact:
Kelley Minnehan, RSI Vice President, 517-908-3647 (Kminnehan@rsilogstics.com)
Saturday, May 25, 2013
CSX Urges Caution Near Tracks During Memorial Day
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CSX Urges Caution Near Tracks During Memorial Day
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 24, 2013 - Did you know that an average train can take more than a mile to stop? CSX (NYSE: CSX) and its employees remind motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution near railroad tracks as the busy Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial start of the summer season. To ensure safety, CSX urges all travelers to obey warning signs and devices at grade crossings and to stay off railroad property.
"Trains cannot stop quickly," said Terry Ludban, director - community affairs and safety. "To remain safe this summer and all year round, everyone should use good judgment, obey the law and stay away from train tracks."
CSX offers these important reminders:
1. Obey posted signs at railroad crossings. Last year, 270 people died at crossings nationwide. To protect yourself and others, carefully observe all posted signs and warnings at crossings and always expect a train.
2. Do not walk or ride ATVs or other recreational vehicles on train tracks. People struck by trains while illegally on railroad property is the leading cause of rail-related deaths, according to the Federal Railroad Administration. Train tracks are private property and trespassing on railroad property is against the law.
3. Do not trespass on bridges or in tunnels. Trains overhang tracks for three feet or more, and do not always operate on predictable schedules. Being on bridges or in tunnels makes an already dangerous situation even more hazardous.
CSX actively promotes safety around railroad tracks. The company's "Play it Safe" campaign encourages people to stay away from tracks and use caution at crossings. Supporting the campaign is NASCAR driver David Ragan, who drives the #34 car for Front Row Motorsports. He will be racing at Charlotte this weekend with a Play it Safe bumper sticker on his car.
For more information about safe rail practices and CSX's commitment to serving the communities in which it operates, please visit http://www.beyondourrails.org/.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Gary Sease
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Urges Caution Near Tracks During Memorial Day
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 24, 2013 - Did you know that an average train can take more than a mile to stop? CSX (NYSE: CSX) and its employees remind motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution near railroad tracks as the busy Memorial Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial start of the summer season. To ensure safety, CSX urges all travelers to obey warning signs and devices at grade crossings and to stay off railroad property.
"Trains cannot stop quickly," said Terry Ludban, director - community affairs and safety. "To remain safe this summer and all year round, everyone should use good judgment, obey the law and stay away from train tracks."
CSX offers these important reminders:
1. Obey posted signs at railroad crossings. Last year, 270 people died at crossings nationwide. To protect yourself and others, carefully observe all posted signs and warnings at crossings and always expect a train.
2. Do not walk or ride ATVs or other recreational vehicles on train tracks. People struck by trains while illegally on railroad property is the leading cause of rail-related deaths, according to the Federal Railroad Administration. Train tracks are private property and trespassing on railroad property is against the law.
3. Do not trespass on bridges or in tunnels. Trains overhang tracks for three feet or more, and do not always operate on predictable schedules. Being on bridges or in tunnels makes an already dangerous situation even more hazardous.
CSX actively promotes safety around railroad tracks. The company's "Play it Safe" campaign encourages people to stay away from tracks and use caution at crossings. Supporting the campaign is NASCAR driver David Ragan, who drives the #34 car for Front Row Motorsports. He will be racing at Charlotte this weekend with a Play it Safe bumper sticker on his car.
For more information about safe rail practices and CSX's commitment to serving the communities in which it operates, please visit http://www.beyondourrails.org/.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Gary Sease
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Puts A Little Muscle into National Campaign Supporting Wounded Warrior Project®
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CSX Puts A Little Muscle into National Campaign Supporting Wounded Warrior Project®
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 21, 2013 - As part of its continued commitment to honor military veterans and their families, CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) launched the "Drop and Give Them 10" campaign, a national fundraiser for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP).
The "Drop and Give Them 10" campaign runs through May 29.
"At CSX, we are grateful for the courageous service of our nation's military veterans to protect our hard-won freedoms," said Michael J. Ward, chairman, president and CEO. "To honor their service and sacrifice, we're inviting people across the nation to help us 'push up' support for Wounded Warrior Project® - an amazing organization that helps critically injured service men and women return to productive civilian lives."
Here's how it works: Now through May 29, when you do 10 pushups and log them on http://www.dropandgivethem10.com/, CSX will donate $1 to Wounded Warrior Project®. If you post a picture or your experience, CSX will donate an additional $1 up to $50,000 total. Just don't forget to use the #GiveThem10 hashtag when sharing tweets or Instagram images.
CSX has a long-standing commitment to hiring America's veterans and reservists. Nearly one in five CSX employees has served in the military, and many continue to hold Reserve or National Guard status. In April 2013, CSX was ranked first on the list of Top 10 Companies for Veterans by DiversityInc.
About Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) began when several veterans and friends, moved by stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq, took action to help others in need. What started as a desire to provide comfort items to wounded service members at Walter Reed Army Medical Center has grown into a holistic rehabilitative effort to assist warriors with visible and invisible wounds as they recover and transition back to civilian life. Tens of thousands of injured servicemen and women, family members, and caregivers receive support each year through WWP programs. Learn more by visiting woundedwarriorproject.org.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Carla Groleau
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Puts A Little Muscle into National Campaign Supporting Wounded Warrior Project®
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 21, 2013 - As part of its continued commitment to honor military veterans and their families, CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) launched the "Drop and Give Them 10" campaign, a national fundraiser for Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP).
The "Drop and Give Them 10" campaign runs through May 29.
"At CSX, we are grateful for the courageous service of our nation's military veterans to protect our hard-won freedoms," said Michael J. Ward, chairman, president and CEO. "To honor their service and sacrifice, we're inviting people across the nation to help us 'push up' support for Wounded Warrior Project® - an amazing organization that helps critically injured service men and women return to productive civilian lives."
Here's how it works: Now through May 29, when you do 10 pushups and log them on http://www.dropandgivethem10.com/, CSX will donate $1 to Wounded Warrior Project®. If you post a picture or your experience, CSX will donate an additional $1 up to $50,000 total. Just don't forget to use the #GiveThem10 hashtag when sharing tweets or Instagram images.
CSX has a long-standing commitment to hiring America's veterans and reservists. Nearly one in five CSX employees has served in the military, and many continue to hold Reserve or National Guard status. In April 2013, CSX was ranked first on the list of Top 10 Companies for Veterans by DiversityInc.
About Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP)
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) began when several veterans and friends, moved by stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq, took action to help others in need. What started as a desire to provide comfort items to wounded service members at Walter Reed Army Medical Center has grown into a holistic rehabilitative effort to assist warriors with visible and invisible wounds as they recover and transition back to civilian life. Tens of thousands of injured servicemen and women, family members, and caregivers receive support each year through WWP programs. Learn more by visiting woundedwarriorproject.org.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Carla Groleau
1 (877) TELL-CSX
Friday, May 24, 2013
Arab Rail in Maryland
Received the following via email from Kermit Geary, Jr. Text and photos are his.
Why go to Afghanistan or Iraq to see trains when you can go to Cumberland, MD!! The Shriners operate the Ali Ghan Railway there using an extremely rare ULD model Plymouth 10 ton diesel!!!!
Why go to Afghanistan or Iraq to see trains when you can go to Cumberland, MD!! The Shriners operate the Ali Ghan Railway there using an extremely rare ULD model Plymouth 10 ton diesel!!!!
CSX Team Honored for Rebuilding Ecosystem at Gautier Wood Treatment Facility
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CSX Team Honored for Rebuilding Ecosystem at Gautier Wood Treatment Facility
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 21, 2013 - In recognition of a successful two-year environmental remediation project that restored the ecosystem of a 24-acre former wood treatment site in Gautier, Miss., CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) and its partners were awarded the annual Phoenix Award for sustainable brownfield redevelopment by the Phoenix Awards Institute.
"The Gautier remediation project embodies our company's deep commitment to environmental stewardship, wildlife management and economic development on our existing and inherited properties," said Skip Elliott, vice president - public safety, health and environment, CSX. "An area that was once abandoned is now a healthy ecosystem and a vibrant community asset that will be enjoyed for years to come."
The Phoenix Awards recognize outstanding revitalization projects in the U.S. that have restored abandoned properties into dynamic mixed-use communities. Presented at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Brownfields Conference in Atlanta, award winners shared best practices and techniques for remediation planning to encourage replication across the country.
"We applaud the CSX team for its remarkable dedication to environmental awareness, protection and conservation," said Denise K. Chamberlain, executive chair of the Phoenix Awards Institute. "By adopting a stakeholder-inclusive approach to remediation, CSX successfully engaged regulatory, municipal, and community leaders throughout the process, modeling the type of collaboration and thought that should characterize every remediation project."
Located within a coastal community in the Pascagoula River Watershed, the Gautier site had been a brownfield for nearly two decades following the closure of a wood treatment facility that was operated by a predecessor railroad for more than 100 years. Wood treated at the site was used for a variety of purposes, including building of the Panama Canal.
Through a combination of unique design and the use of specialized geosynthetic materials, the CSX-led team contained and stabilized the residual wood treating compounds in the ground and sediment, improving the overall health of the watershed and helping to protect the estuary and adjacent uplands from the erosive forces of tropical storms and hurricanes. The site now offers a natural aesthetic surrounding the established neighborhoods, encouraging recreational use of the Pascagoula River and promoting ecotourism in the region.
Working alongside CSX to complete the remediation were the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality; Land Trust of the Mississippi Coastal Plain; ARCADIS U.S.; Butler, Snow, O'Mara, Stevens, & Cannada, PLLC; and McGuire Woods, LLP.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Melanie Cost
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Team Honored for Rebuilding Ecosystem at Gautier Wood Treatment Facility
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 21, 2013 - In recognition of a successful two-year environmental remediation project that restored the ecosystem of a 24-acre former wood treatment site in Gautier, Miss., CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) and its partners were awarded the annual Phoenix Award for sustainable brownfield redevelopment by the Phoenix Awards Institute.
"The Gautier remediation project embodies our company's deep commitment to environmental stewardship, wildlife management and economic development on our existing and inherited properties," said Skip Elliott, vice president - public safety, health and environment, CSX. "An area that was once abandoned is now a healthy ecosystem and a vibrant community asset that will be enjoyed for years to come."
The Phoenix Awards recognize outstanding revitalization projects in the U.S. that have restored abandoned properties into dynamic mixed-use communities. Presented at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Brownfields Conference in Atlanta, award winners shared best practices and techniques for remediation planning to encourage replication across the country.
"We applaud the CSX team for its remarkable dedication to environmental awareness, protection and conservation," said Denise K. Chamberlain, executive chair of the Phoenix Awards Institute. "By adopting a stakeholder-inclusive approach to remediation, CSX successfully engaged regulatory, municipal, and community leaders throughout the process, modeling the type of collaboration and thought that should characterize every remediation project."
Located within a coastal community in the Pascagoula River Watershed, the Gautier site had been a brownfield for nearly two decades following the closure of a wood treatment facility that was operated by a predecessor railroad for more than 100 years. Wood treated at the site was used for a variety of purposes, including building of the Panama Canal.
Through a combination of unique design and the use of specialized geosynthetic materials, the CSX-led team contained and stabilized the residual wood treating compounds in the ground and sediment, improving the overall health of the watershed and helping to protect the estuary and adjacent uplands from the erosive forces of tropical storms and hurricanes. The site now offers a natural aesthetic surrounding the established neighborhoods, encouraging recreational use of the Pascagoula River and promoting ecotourism in the region.
Working alongside CSX to complete the remediation were the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality; Land Trust of the Mississippi Coastal Plain; ARCADIS U.S.; Butler, Snow, O'Mara, Stevens, & Cannada, PLLC; and McGuire Woods, LLP.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Melanie Cost
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Employee Named Top Environmentalist by Association of American Railroads
Received the following via email.
CSX Employee Named Top Environmentalist by Association of American Railroads
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 16, 2013 - The Association of American Railroads (AAR) last night named CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) employee Rick McNey the winner of its annual John H. Chafee Environmental Excellence Award for outstanding environmental awareness and responsibility.
"Rick and his team have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to environmental awareness, protection and conservation - setting an example for CSX and the entire freight rail industry," said Skip Elliott, vice president - public safety, health and environment, CSX. "Getting the right results the right way is a core value at CSX and this prestigious award recognizes Rick's tireless work to serve our customers while preserving environmental resources."
McNey is manager of maintenance at the 150-acre Curtis Bay Pier in Baltimore, Md. McNey oversees all mobile and stationary equipment at the facility, which operates 24 hours a day, receiving, processing, and loading a variety of bulk products. Under his leadership, CSX reduced emissions and energy consumption at the pier and implemented strict environmental stewardship practices to further safeguard the sensitive watershed adjacent to the facility.
McNey and the local team of more than 100 people are also responsible for developing numerous mechanical enhancements that improved environmental efficiency at the facility. Successful projects led by McNey include installing a state-of-the-art geothermal cooling system which reduced energy use by 40 percent; reducing water consumption by 40 percent by harvesting rain water and snow melt; using energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) bulbs; improving the efficiency of the facility's electrical network; and upgrading the pier's dust mitigation system.
"Rick's work to improve efficiency while protecting the environment is a credit to the entire railroad industry," said Edward R. Hamberger, president and CEO, AAR. "We salute the dedication that he and his team consistently display to maintaining sustainable operations that improve the quality of life for the communities we serve."
The annual Chafee Environmental Excellence Award is named for the late Rhode Island senator who devoted his career to protecting the environment. McNey is the sixth CSX employee to win this recognition.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Melanie Cost
1 (877) TELL-CSX
CSX Employee Named Top Environmentalist by Association of American Railroads
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 16, 2013 - The Association of American Railroads (AAR) last night named CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) employee Rick McNey the winner of its annual John H. Chafee Environmental Excellence Award for outstanding environmental awareness and responsibility.
"Rick and his team have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to environmental awareness, protection and conservation - setting an example for CSX and the entire freight rail industry," said Skip Elliott, vice president - public safety, health and environment, CSX. "Getting the right results the right way is a core value at CSX and this prestigious award recognizes Rick's tireless work to serve our customers while preserving environmental resources."
McNey is manager of maintenance at the 150-acre Curtis Bay Pier in Baltimore, Md. McNey oversees all mobile and stationary equipment at the facility, which operates 24 hours a day, receiving, processing, and loading a variety of bulk products. Under his leadership, CSX reduced emissions and energy consumption at the pier and implemented strict environmental stewardship practices to further safeguard the sensitive watershed adjacent to the facility.
McNey and the local team of more than 100 people are also responsible for developing numerous mechanical enhancements that improved environmental efficiency at the facility. Successful projects led by McNey include installing a state-of-the-art geothermal cooling system which reduced energy use by 40 percent; reducing water consumption by 40 percent by harvesting rain water and snow melt; using energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) bulbs; improving the efficiency of the facility's electrical network; and upgrading the pier's dust mitigation system.
"Rick's work to improve efficiency while protecting the environment is a credit to the entire railroad industry," said Edward R. Hamberger, president and CEO, AAR. "We salute the dedication that he and his team consistently display to maintaining sustainable operations that improve the quality of life for the communities we serve."
The annual Chafee Environmental Excellence Award is named for the late Rhode Island senator who devoted his career to protecting the environment. McNey is the sixth CSX employee to win this recognition.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
Melanie Cost
1 (877) TELL-CSX
NS Chief Information Officer to address Wolfe Research 6th Annual Global Transportation Conference
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May 20, 2013
Norfolk Southern Chief Information Officer to address Wolfe Research 6th Annual Global Transportation Conference
NORFOLK, VA. - Norfolk Southern Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer Deb Butler will participate in a panel discussion at the Wolfe Research 6th Annual Global Transportation Conference at 9:10 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, in New York City.
Interested investors can listen via simultaneous webcast at http://cc.talkpoint.com/wolf001/052213a_ep/?entity=10_BT0QCRH. The presentation will be posted at www.nscorp.com.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
May 20, 2013
Norfolk Southern Chief Information Officer to address Wolfe Research 6th Annual Global Transportation Conference
NORFOLK, VA. - Norfolk Southern Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer Deb Butler will participate in a panel discussion at the Wolfe Research 6th Annual Global Transportation Conference at 9:10 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, in New York City.
Interested investors can listen via simultaneous webcast at http://cc.talkpoint.com/wolf001/052213a_ep/?entity=10_BT0QCRH. The presentation will be posted at www.nscorp.com.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) is one of the nation's premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Tour of Somerville - 2013
Received the following via email from The Downtown Somerville Alliance, http://www.findsomerville.com/ .
Take part in a 70-year tradition! This Memorial Day, May 27, head to Downtown Somerville and experience one of the oldest and most prestigious cycling events in America. This FREE community event offers something for everyone! Join us in cheering some of the best cyclists in the world while we honor veterans, reunite with old friends and make new ones, and take pride in our history.
50/50 Raffle:
Donate Bikes:
Bring your old bicycles or bicycle parts - in any condition, shape or style - to the Middle Earth tent at the Tour to help launch a teen-operated bicycle shop. Learn more.
Tour of Somerville
Take part in a 70-year tradition! This Memorial Day, May 27, head to Downtown Somerville and experience one of the oldest and most prestigious cycling events in America. This FREE community event offers something for everyone! Join us in cheering some of the best cyclists in the world while we honor veterans, reunite with old friends and make new ones, and take pride in our history.
- Memorial Day Parade (9am)
- Family Fun Ride (10am)
- Extraordinary Cycling Races (10:45am-4pm)
- Kids' Pavilion (11am-4pm)
- Sports & Music Festival (12pm-5pm)
- Shopping at Unique Downtown Shops & Street Vendors
- Restaurants for Every Taste & Food Stands
Middle Earth is selling 50/50 raffle tickets for $1 each for youth programs. The winner will be chosen at the Tour's completion (you do not need to be present to win). You can purchase tickets on the race course or in advance by calling 908-725-7223.
Somerville Cruise Nights
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Somerville Cruise Nights
Friday nights, tonight through Labor Day, party on downtown Somerville Main Street Somerville
While you are checking out the cars, be sure to stop in The Big Little Railroad Shop and say Hi.
Saturday's LEHL sightings
(Train sightings on 5-4-13.)
With a warm sun shining, the yard chores and plantings could wait until I got back from going track side on Saturday morning along the LEHL. The first stop would be Bloomsbury where I managed to photograph NS 22V heading east around 8:54 in almost perfect sunlight. Motive power was NS 7647 and NS 7589 laboring with a long train of COFCs as it climbed NJ's "mountain barrier" known as the Musconetcong Mountain. It took almost five minutes for this train to pass my vantage point. Next eastbound train was NS 212 that would take the siding at the west side of Pattenburg Tunnel around 10 AM. It would hold for two westbound trains, 21M and 11J. By that time I decided to take a break and head home to start those yard chores.
Knowing that there was also a eastbound Air Products high and wide load scheduled to come east, around one o'clock I decided to take a well-needed break from planting vincas, straighten out my back and head back to the LEHL to catch the H/W train designated as NS 052. Around 2:30, it would pass over the Raritan River in Neshanic Station. Motive power was two C40-9Ws, NS 9406 and NS 9636. This heat exchanger was shipped from the Air Products Hanover Township (PA) facility on Friday via CP, Reading & Northern and NS. NS 052 would overnight in Manville Yard before heading down CSX's Trenton Line for shipment overseas on Sunday morning, supposedly to Saudi Arabia.
With a warm sun shining, the yard chores and plantings could wait until I got back from going track side on Saturday morning along the LEHL. The first stop would be Bloomsbury where I managed to photograph NS 22V heading east around 8:54 in almost perfect sunlight. Motive power was NS 7647 and NS 7589 laboring with a long train of COFCs as it climbed NJ's "mountain barrier" known as the Musconetcong Mountain. It took almost five minutes for this train to pass my vantage point. Next eastbound train was NS 212 that would take the siding at the west side of Pattenburg Tunnel around 10 AM. It would hold for two westbound trains, 21M and 11J. By that time I decided to take a break and head home to start those yard chores.
Knowing that there was also a eastbound Air Products high and wide load scheduled to come east, around one o'clock I decided to take a well-needed break from planting vincas, straighten out my back and head back to the LEHL to catch the H/W train designated as NS 052. Around 2:30, it would pass over the Raritan River in Neshanic Station. Motive power was two C40-9Ws, NS 9406 and NS 9636. This heat exchanger was shipped from the Air Products Hanover Township (PA) facility on Friday via CP, Reading & Northern and NS. NS 052 would overnight in Manville Yard before heading down CSX's Trenton Line for shipment overseas on Sunday morning, supposedly to Saudi Arabia.
BUMBLE BEE INVADES LEHIGH VALLEY
Received the following via email from Kermit Geary, Jr. Text and photos are his.
Got a heads up from a good friend that the NS 1069 was the leading power on a 889 coal train to Portland, PA. This is the first one of these coal trains quite some time. Got it in good sun at CP-Burn, Allentown, PA , not so good in Bethlehem, PA. Last report was from Easton, and it is heading up the Secondary to Portland, PA.
Got a heads up from a good friend that the NS 1069 was the leading power on a 889 coal train to Portland, PA. This is the first one of these coal trains quite some time. Got it in good sun at CP-Burn, Allentown, PA , not so good in Bethlehem, PA. Last report was from Easton, and it is heading up the Secondary to Portland, PA.
Norfolk Southern names six to senior management positions
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May 9, 2013
Norfolk Southern names six to senior management positions
NORFOLK, VA. – Wick Moorman, chairman and CEO of Norfolk Southern Corporation, today announced the appointment of James A. Squires as president, effective June 1. Squires currently is executive vice president administration. In his new role, he will be responsible for the corporation’s administration, finance, law and corporate relations, and planning and information technology divisions.
“Jim is a forward-thinking railroader and a well-tested leader,” Moorman said. “As president, he will ensure that Norfolk Southern stays at the forefront of strategic planning, innovation, and financial performance.”
Also effective June 1:
Cindy C. Earhart, currently vice president human resources, will become executive vice president administration. “Norfolk Southern’s work force is well trained, customer focused, and above all safe. With Cindy in the lead administration role, our customers and owners will continue to enjoy the benefits of that competitive advantage,” Moorman said.
Juan K. Cunningham, currently assistant vice president executive, will become vice president human resources.
Effective July 1:
Daniel D. Smith, senior vice president energy and properties, has elected to retire after 37 years with the company. “As an acknowledged expert in the energy sector, and a strong proponent of coal as an energy source, Danny is going to be keenly missed,” Moorman said. “We are losing a true champion.”
David T. Lawson, currently vice president industrial products, will become vice president coal marketing.
Michael R. McClellan, currently vice president intermodal and automotive marketing, will become vice president industrial products.
Jeffrey S. Heller, currently group vice president international intermodal, will become vice president intermodal and automotive marketing.
Squires joined Norfolk Southern in 1992 and served in several law positions before being named vice president law in 2003, senior vice president law in 2004, senior vice president financial planning in 2006, executive vice president finance in 2007, and executive vice president administration in 2012. He holds degrees from Amherst College and the University of Chicago.
Earhart joined Norfolk Southern in 1985 as supervisor subsidiary accounting. She served in key accounting and information technology positions before being named vice president human resources in 2007. Earhart earned her degree from the University of Missouri.
Cunningham joined Norfolk Southern in 1973 as a management trainee in engineering. He served in positions of increasing responsibility in human resources before being named assistant vice president human resources in 2010 and to his most recent position in 2012. He earned his degree from Grambling State.
Smith was named to his current position in 2003, where he was responsible for coal marketing, real estate, and Norfolk Southern’s Pocahontas Land Corporation subsidiary. He started his railroad career in 1976 as a mine inspector and is a registered professional engineer with degrees from Virginia Tech and Bluefield College.
Lawson joined Norfolk Southern in 1988 as a sales representative and served in various capacities in the automotive supply chain group and as president of Modalgistics before becoming vice president industrial products. He holds degrees from Louisiana State University and Wayne State University.
McClellan joined Conrail’s general marketing and sales organization in 1985. In 1998, he was named assistant vice president performance planning for Norfolk Southern and became vice president intermodal and automotive marketing in 2000. He holds degrees from the University of Cincinnati and the University of Virginia.
After serving in various sales and marketing positions with container shipping and intermodal firms in the U.S. and abroad, Heller joined Norfolk Southern’s intermodal department in 1994 as a marketing manager and has served as group vice president international intermodal since 2004. He earned his degree from Syracuse University.
All six senior management appointees are headquartered in Norfolk.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
May 9, 2013
Norfolk Southern names six to senior management positions
NORFOLK, VA. – Wick Moorman, chairman and CEO of Norfolk Southern Corporation, today announced the appointment of James A. Squires as president, effective June 1. Squires currently is executive vice president administration. In his new role, he will be responsible for the corporation’s administration, finance, law and corporate relations, and planning and information technology divisions.
“Jim is a forward-thinking railroader and a well-tested leader,” Moorman said. “As president, he will ensure that Norfolk Southern stays at the forefront of strategic planning, innovation, and financial performance.”
Also effective June 1:
Cindy C. Earhart, currently vice president human resources, will become executive vice president administration. “Norfolk Southern’s work force is well trained, customer focused, and above all safe. With Cindy in the lead administration role, our customers and owners will continue to enjoy the benefits of that competitive advantage,” Moorman said.
Juan K. Cunningham, currently assistant vice president executive, will become vice president human resources.
Effective July 1:
Daniel D. Smith, senior vice president energy and properties, has elected to retire after 37 years with the company. “As an acknowledged expert in the energy sector, and a strong proponent of coal as an energy source, Danny is going to be keenly missed,” Moorman said. “We are losing a true champion.”
David T. Lawson, currently vice president industrial products, will become vice president coal marketing.
Michael R. McClellan, currently vice president intermodal and automotive marketing, will become vice president industrial products.
Jeffrey S. Heller, currently group vice president international intermodal, will become vice president intermodal and automotive marketing.
Squires joined Norfolk Southern in 1992 and served in several law positions before being named vice president law in 2003, senior vice president law in 2004, senior vice president financial planning in 2006, executive vice president finance in 2007, and executive vice president administration in 2012. He holds degrees from Amherst College and the University of Chicago.
Earhart joined Norfolk Southern in 1985 as supervisor subsidiary accounting. She served in key accounting and information technology positions before being named vice president human resources in 2007. Earhart earned her degree from the University of Missouri.
Cunningham joined Norfolk Southern in 1973 as a management trainee in engineering. He served in positions of increasing responsibility in human resources before being named assistant vice president human resources in 2010 and to his most recent position in 2012. He earned his degree from Grambling State.
Smith was named to his current position in 2003, where he was responsible for coal marketing, real estate, and Norfolk Southern’s Pocahontas Land Corporation subsidiary. He started his railroad career in 1976 as a mine inspector and is a registered professional engineer with degrees from Virginia Tech and Bluefield College.
Lawson joined Norfolk Southern in 1988 as a sales representative and served in various capacities in the automotive supply chain group and as president of Modalgistics before becoming vice president industrial products. He holds degrees from Louisiana State University and Wayne State University.
McClellan joined Conrail’s general marketing and sales organization in 1985. In 1998, he was named assistant vice president performance planning for Norfolk Southern and became vice president intermodal and automotive marketing in 2000. He holds degrees from the University of Cincinnati and the University of Virginia.
After serving in various sales and marketing positions with container shipping and intermodal firms in the U.S. and abroad, Heller joined Norfolk Southern’s intermodal department in 1994 as a marketing manager and has served as group vice president international intermodal since 2004. He earned his degree from Syracuse University.
All six senior management appointees are headquartered in Norfolk.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
CSX Chief Financial Officer to Address Bank of America Merrill Lynch Conference
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CSX Corporation Chief Financial Officer to Address Bank of America Merrill Lynch Conference
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 10, 2013 - Fredrik Eliasson, CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) executive vice president and chief financial officer, will address the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Transportation Conference in Boston, Thursday, May 16, at 8:40 a.m. Eastern time.
Access to the audio webcast will be available on CSX's website at http://investors.csx.com. A replay and accompanying audio will be available following the conclusion of this event.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
David Baggs, Investor Relations
904-359-4812
Melanie Cost, Corporate Communications
877-835-5279
CSX Corporation Chief Financial Officer to Address Bank of America Merrill Lynch Conference
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - May 10, 2013 - Fredrik Eliasson, CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) executive vice president and chief financial officer, will address the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Transportation Conference in Boston, Thursday, May 16, at 8:40 a.m. Eastern time.
Access to the audio webcast will be available on CSX's website at http://investors.csx.com. A replay and accompanying audio will be available following the conclusion of this event.
About CSX
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/OfficialCSX) and follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/CSX).
Contact:
David Baggs, Investor Relations
904-359-4812
Melanie Cost, Corporate Communications
877-835-5279
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
M&E "Lehigh Limited" excursion coming in August
To celebrate the Morristown & Erie Railway’s 110th year of operation the M&E has partnered with Norfolk Southern’s Employee Appreciation Program to operate a special excursion named the Lehigh Limited. This rare-mileage excursion will operate over existing NJ Transit commuter rail lines and Norfolk Southern freight rail lines in New Jersey and Pennsylvania on Saturday, August 24, 2013. This will be the first major mainline public rail excursion operated in the region in over a decade.
For complete details, including ticket sales, please visit the following web site: http://www.anniversary.merail.com/
Norfolk Southern extends registered exchange offer
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May 16, 2013
Norfolk Southern extends registered exchange offer
NORFOLK, VA. – Norfolk Southern Corporation announced that it has extended the expiration date of its offer to exchange up to $600,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 2.903% Notes due 2023 registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for an equal amount of its privately placed 2.903% Notes due 2023 (the "Original Notes"). The exchange offer, which was scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 15, 2013, will now expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 22, 2013, unless further extended, to allow holders of the outstanding Original Notes additional time to tender in the exchange offer.
Except for the extension of the expiration date, the terms of the exchange offer remain as set forth in the prospectus, dated April 15, 2013. As of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 15, 2013, $596 million in aggregate principal amount of the Original Notes had been tendered in the exchange offer. This amount represents approximately 99.3% of the outstanding Original Notes.
Copies of the prospectus can be obtained from U.S. Bank Trust National Association, which is serving as exchange agent for the exchange offer. Contact information for U.S. Bank Trust National Association is as follows:
U.S. Bank Trust National Association
Attn: Corporate Trust Services
EP-MN-WS-2N
60 Livingston Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55107
Telephone: 1-800-934-6802
Facsimile transmission: 1-651-495-8158
This press release shall not constitute an offer to purchase or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The exchange offer is being made solely pursuant to the prospectus, dated April 15, 2013, including any supplements thereto and only in such jurisdictions as is permitted under applicable law.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
May 16, 2013
Norfolk Southern extends registered exchange offer
NORFOLK, VA. – Norfolk Southern Corporation announced that it has extended the expiration date of its offer to exchange up to $600,000,000 aggregate principal amount of its 2.903% Notes due 2023 registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, for an equal amount of its privately placed 2.903% Notes due 2023 (the "Original Notes"). The exchange offer, which was scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 15, 2013, will now expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 22, 2013, unless further extended, to allow holders of the outstanding Original Notes additional time to tender in the exchange offer.
Except for the extension of the expiration date, the terms of the exchange offer remain as set forth in the prospectus, dated April 15, 2013. As of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on May 15, 2013, $596 million in aggregate principal amount of the Original Notes had been tendered in the exchange offer. This amount represents approximately 99.3% of the outstanding Original Notes.
Copies of the prospectus can be obtained from U.S. Bank Trust National Association, which is serving as exchange agent for the exchange offer. Contact information for U.S. Bank Trust National Association is as follows:
U.S. Bank Trust National Association
Attn: Corporate Trust Services
EP-MN-WS-2N
60 Livingston Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55107
Telephone: 1-800-934-6802
Facsimile transmission: 1-651-495-8158
This press release shall not constitute an offer to purchase or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The exchange offer is being made solely pursuant to the prospectus, dated April 15, 2013, including any supplements thereto and only in such jurisdictions as is permitted under applicable law.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
April Shenanigans part 3
Received the following via email from Kermit Geary, Jr. Text and photos are his.
Also see our post April Shenanigans part 2 below.
Note: I said most trains!! The 64R was neat. I got to see the Creamsicle!!!
Also see our post April Shenanigans part 2 below.
Note: I said most trains!! The 64R was neat. I got to see the Creamsicle!!!
Norfolk Southern's best is still to come, CEO Moorman tells stockholders
Received the following via email.
May 9, 2013
Norfolk Southern’s best is still to come, CEO Moorman tells stockholders
NORFOLK, VA. – Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) has made great strides over its 30-year history, posting its best-ever performance over the past two years, “and the best is still to come,” CEO Wick Moorman told stockholders at the company’s 31st annual meeting, held today at Williamsburg, Va.
“Our railroad is on track to continue to do great things as we continue emphasizing operating efficiency and productivity,” Moorman said. “I’m excited and optimistic about our company’s future.”
Moorman noted that even with a downturn in coal traffic in 2012, Norfolk Southern still recorded its second-best year for revenue, operating income, net income, and earnings per share – topped only by 2011.
Moorman said the company’s public-private partnership investments in strategic rail corridors position intermodal business as a major competitive strength. New intermodal facilities opened over the past two years “help us build business, while creating jobs in communities and strengthening local economies.”
He praised the skill of employees and their efforts to sustain Norfolk Southern’s industry leadership in safety, service, and environmental responsibility.
Moorman thanked three retiring directors for their longstanding distinguished service to the corporation: Jerry Baliles, director of the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia and former governor of Virginia; Pete Correll, chairman of Atlanta Equity Investors and former chairman of Georgia Pacific Corporation; and Adm. Paul Reason, former president and chief operations officer of Metro Machine Corporation and retired four-star admiral assigned as commander in chief U.S. Atlantic Fleet.
In official business, stockholders re-elected 12 directors for terms expiring in 2014: Thomas D. Bell Jr., chairman of Mesa Capital Partners; Erskine B. Bowles, senior advisor to BDT Capital Partners LLC and Carousel Capital; Robert A. Bradway, chairman and chief executive officer of Amgen Inc.; Wesley G. Bush, chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Northrop Grumman Corporation; Daniel A. Carp, chairman of Delta Air Lines Inc.; Karen N. Horn, a partner with Brock Capital Group; Burton M. Joyce, former chairman of IPSCO; Steven F. Leer, executive chairman of Arch Coal Inc.; Michael D. Lockhart, retired chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Armstrong World Industries Inc.; Moorman; Martin H. Nesbitt, co-founder of The Vistria Group; and John R. Thompson, government relations consultant for Best Buy Co. Inc.
Stockholders ratified appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors, approved an advisory resolution on the compensation of executive officers, and approved an amendment to the company’s bylaws to give stockholders the right to call a special meeting.
Moorman’s remarks to stockholders and a new video are posted in the Investors section of the NS website.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
May 9, 2013
Norfolk Southern’s best is still to come, CEO Moorman tells stockholders
NORFOLK, VA. – Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) has made great strides over its 30-year history, posting its best-ever performance over the past two years, “and the best is still to come,” CEO Wick Moorman told stockholders at the company’s 31st annual meeting, held today at Williamsburg, Va.
“Our railroad is on track to continue to do great things as we continue emphasizing operating efficiency and productivity,” Moorman said. “I’m excited and optimistic about our company’s future.”
Moorman noted that even with a downturn in coal traffic in 2012, Norfolk Southern still recorded its second-best year for revenue, operating income, net income, and earnings per share – topped only by 2011.
Moorman said the company’s public-private partnership investments in strategic rail corridors position intermodal business as a major competitive strength. New intermodal facilities opened over the past two years “help us build business, while creating jobs in communities and strengthening local economies.”
He praised the skill of employees and their efforts to sustain Norfolk Southern’s industry leadership in safety, service, and environmental responsibility.
Moorman thanked three retiring directors for their longstanding distinguished service to the corporation: Jerry Baliles, director of the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia and former governor of Virginia; Pete Correll, chairman of Atlanta Equity Investors and former chairman of Georgia Pacific Corporation; and Adm. Paul Reason, former president and chief operations officer of Metro Machine Corporation and retired four-star admiral assigned as commander in chief U.S. Atlantic Fleet.
In official business, stockholders re-elected 12 directors for terms expiring in 2014: Thomas D. Bell Jr., chairman of Mesa Capital Partners; Erskine B. Bowles, senior advisor to BDT Capital Partners LLC and Carousel Capital; Robert A. Bradway, chairman and chief executive officer of Amgen Inc.; Wesley G. Bush, chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Northrop Grumman Corporation; Daniel A. Carp, chairman of Delta Air Lines Inc.; Karen N. Horn, a partner with Brock Capital Group; Burton M. Joyce, former chairman of IPSCO; Steven F. Leer, executive chairman of Arch Coal Inc.; Michael D. Lockhart, retired chairman, president, and chief executive officer of Armstrong World Industries Inc.; Moorman; Martin H. Nesbitt, co-founder of The Vistria Group; and John R. Thompson, government relations consultant for Best Buy Co. Inc.
Stockholders ratified appointment of KPMG LLP as auditors, approved an advisory resolution on the compensation of executive officers, and approved an amendment to the company’s bylaws to give stockholders the right to call a special meeting.
Moorman’s remarks to stockholders and a new video are posted in the Investors section of the NS website.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 20,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.
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Norfolk Southern contacts:
(Media) Frank Brown, 757-629-2710 (fsbrown@nscorp.com)
(Investors) Michael Hostutler, 757-629-2861 (michael.hostutler@nscorp.com)
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