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This month, as part of our “Grants on Track” series, Norfolk Southern is proud to highlight a grant recipient that is making an impact in the lives of young people in Detroit, Michigan....

Norfolk Southern has partnered with City of Refuge, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization that helps individuals and families transition out of crisis, to provide $350,000 in funding to support...

Norfolk Southern is pleased to announce that three of its rail-served industrial sites, located in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Virginia, have received designations from the Site Selectors...

Thanksgiving is a time for connection, celebration, and gratitude—a moment to gather with loved ones and enjoy the foods that make this holiday special. But have you ever wondered how those...

Nearly 50 program graduates placed throughout 22-state network in diverse management roles

On Nov. 12, Norfolk Southern EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Ed Elkins joined Bloomberg Intelligence’s Talking Transports podcast to discuss NS’ performance, company strategy, growth...

The Atlanta Business Chronicle has named Jackie Peets, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Norfolk Southern, one of Atlanta’s top Diversity and Inclusion Officers. The awards...

The NS 911 sets the stage for a memorable birthday

At the RailTrends 2024 conference in New York City on November 14, Chief Operating Officer, John Orr, highlighted how Norfolk Southern’s dedicated workforce is powering a new era of operational...

What's it like to be a Locomotive Engineer at Norfolk Southern? Step into a day on the rails with Douglas Bonner, who’s been keeping America’s economy moving and delivering for our customers...

In recognition of Veterans Day, Stephen Henderson, an engineer at Norfolk Southern’s Norris Yard in Irondale, Alabama, shared his powerful story of resilience and recovery at the company’s...

A cohort of 30 women and allies from across Norfolk Southern participated in the Women in Rail conference, organized by Railway Age and Railway Track & Structure, held in Chicago. The second...

A delegation of women leaders from across Norfolk Southern recently attended the Society of Women Engineers’ WE24: Together We Rise, the world’s largest conference for women in engineering and...

This Veterans Day, Norfolk Southern proudly honors the dedication and service of the men and women who have worn the uniform of our nation and now play a vital role in moving our railroad forward....

A Norfolk Southern grain train. Norfolk Southern’s Operations and Marketing teams have been working to inject greater predictability and discipline into our operations to safely meet customer...

The recent collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which impacted access to the Port of Baltimore, has served as a reminder of how vulnerable America's supply chain can be to unforeseen...

We asked our team and our online communities to share their best Norfolk Southern-themed costumes, and they delivered! From the next generation of railroaders to families and our four-legged...

Pictured: Former Georgia Governor Nathan Deal with partners from Hope for Hall, Norfolk Southern, and Hall County at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newest all-inclusive playground at Sandra...

In recent months, our Northern Region has significantly improved safety and operational performance across teams, from Massachusetts to Illinois. Since streamlining operations in August, the...

Organizations span across the Hampton Roads region of Virginia and support educational, environmental, social equity, and community advancement initiatives Norfolk Southern is proud to donate $1...

Norfolk Southern is proud to announce that members of the National Conference of Firemen and Oilers (NCFO) have voted to ratify a new agreement with Norfolk Southern Corporation well in advance of...

This Halloween, Americans are projected to spend nearly $12 billion on costumes, candy, greeting cards, decorations, and more, according to the National Retail Federation. At Norfolk Southern, our...

Norfolk Southern is constantly innovating to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of rail shipping. That means uncovering new ways for customers to get real-time insights on their shipments. A...

On Oct. 22, Norfolk Southern President & CEO Mark George joined CNBC’s Closing Bell: Overtime to discuss the company’s strong third-quarter results, outlook for the remainder of 2024, and the...

At Norfolk Southern’s Network Operations Center (NOC), our Locomotive Group is making significant strides in driving greater efficiency across our entire network. Through teamwork and innovative...

Ashley King, Assistant Vice President of Trucking & Rail Integrated Solutions, has been named to Railway Age’s 2024 Women in Rail list, which honors women in the North American rail industry for...

Norfolk Southern is proud to announce that members of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division (BMWED) have voted to ratify a new agreement with Norfolk Southern Corporation well in...

At the 2024 Virginia Maritime Association International Trade Symposium (VMA24), Norfolk Southern’s EVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Ed Elkins, addressed the broader macroeconomic trends shaping...

During National Hunger Action Month this September, Norfolk Southern committed $856,800 in grants to 32 organizations across 16 states to combat food insecurity through our Thriving Communities...

After Hurricane Helene swept through the southeast in late September, bringing with it historic flooding, unprecedented damage, and unanticipated topography changes to parts of the region,...

At Norfolk Southern, safety is our top priority. As part of this objective, we are constantly seeking and implementing new strategies to ensure our team members return home in the same condition...

Norfolk Southern is proud to announce that members of the American Train Dispatchers Association (ATDA) and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers -...

Norfolk Southern is taking a proactive approach to keep America’s supply chain moving despite work stoppages at East Coast ports. We are committed to minimizing disruption and providing our...

Norfolk Southern representatives join state and local economic development allies at Country View Family Farms for ribbon-cutting ceremony. A partnership between Norfolk Southern, the North Shore...

The International Union of Railways (UIC) awarded Norfolk Southern the Sustainability Impact Award for achievements in climate change adaptation and resilience through our Living Shoreline...

Award recognizes the safe handling of hazardous materials ATLANTA, September 27, 2024 – Norfolk Southern Corporation announced Tuesday that 47 of its customers have earned the 2023 Thoroughbred...

The team at our Norris Yard, located in Irondale, Alabama, is spearheading a series of performance improvements that will significantly enhance our ability to provide safe, reliable, and resilient...

Norfolk Southern joins Operation Lifesaver’s 'See Tracks? Think Train Week' from September 23-29 to raise rail safety awareness and highlight the importance of making safe decisions around...

Norfolk Southern is pleased to announce that members of the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen Division/TCU (BRC) and the Transportation Communications Union (TCU) have voted to ratify their respective...

Significant capacity improvements will enhance critical rail corridor, open additional opportunities for statewide business and economic growth Norfolk Southern is investing to grow capacity on a...

Grant powers critical upgrades As part of our ongoing "Grants on Track" series, this month Norfolk Southern is recognizing the Conover Fire Department, a two-time grant recipient committed to...

Norfolk Southern Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Ed Elkins, recently addressed the Surface Transportation Board (STB) to outline Norfolk Southern’s strategy for growth in...

Norfolk Southern proudly announces that two of its railroaders have been named 2024 Rising Stars by Progressive Railroading. Adam Motsinger and Jacob Elium received this year’s honor, placing...

Norfolk Southern’s Thoroughbred Scholars program, which provides scholarships to more than 100 children of employees annually, has named Abigail Lafon as this year’s distinguished Science,...

At Norfolk Southern, we work with our labor unions year-round to advance safety, service, productivity, and growth. Our craft colleagues represent over 80 percent of our workforce and power the...

Building strong, resilient communities across our network This month, our “Grants on Track” series highlights New Century Careers, a recipient of Norfolk Southern’s 2023 Thriving Communities...

Intermodal customers now have a reservation system, available through AccessNS, for scheduling their container deliveries...

Norfolk Southern’s Thoroughbred Scholars program, which provides college scholarships to more than 100 children of employees annually, has recognized Faustina Barcena as one of its distinguished...

Norfolk Southern has made this year’s Reuters Automotive D.R.I.V.E Honours shortlist. The global awards celebrate innovation, commitment, impact, and leadership within the automotive industry....

Site rendering of the Blue Ridge Connector, sourced through the Georgia Ports Authority on August 7, 2024. In December 2023, a major enhancement to Northeast Georgia’s link to the global supply...

As part of our efforts to enhance employee engagement and gather feedback, Norfolk Southern operates inspection trains across our 22-state network. The train stops at our yards and terminals,...

Norfolk Southern’s Thoroughbred Scholars program, which provides scholarships to more than 100 children of employees annually, has recognized Makaya Stubbs of Douglasville, Georgia, as one of...

Jason Pettway, Norfolk Southern’s Assistant Vice President Workplace Experience, was named to the Atlanta Business League’s 2024 Men of Influence list and honored during an award ceremony last...

Norfolk Southern is committed to making rail the safest and most preferred transportation choice for our customers. As part of this mission, we recently hosted the Rail Coalition of Advanced...

Norfolk Southern harnesses the combined power of people, technology, and innovation to drive the future of freight transportation. From advancing productivity, safety, and reliability to enhancing...

Norfolk Southern’s Board of Directors is the backbone of our organization. To ensure we deliver on our commitment to strong corporate governance and risk management, our shareholders have...

Congratulations to the dedicated team at our Glake Yard in Des Moines, Iowa, for achieving 15 years of injury-free service. Located in Norfolk Southern's northwestern most part of the network, the...

Employees at our Juniata Locomotive Shop in Altoona, Pennsylvania modernize a locomotive. Norfolk Southern is committed to reducing our fuel consumption to create value for customers while...

Key takeaways from Alan Shaw at the Southern Economic Development Council annual meeting Norfolk Southern representatives pictured from left to right: GVP Industrial Development Craig Hudson, Sr....

Norfolk Southern recognizes that moving the needle on safety requires all team members. It’s a joint effort with our people and our process. With 20,000 of our railroaders dedicated to this goal...

Norfolk Southern President and Chief Executive Officer Alan Shaw recently sat down with David Novak, co-founder and former CEO of YUM! Brands Inc., to talk leadership on Novak’s podcast, How...

Helping to build strong, resilient communities across our network This month, as part of our “Grants on Track” series, we’re featuring Back the Heroes Rumble, a 2023 Safety First grant program...

Norfolk Southern President & CEO Alan Shaw joined CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street” Friday following the company’s second quarter earnings announcement. “We’re doing exactly what we said...

For nearly 200 years, Norfolk Southern has been a cornerstone of freight rail service, fueled by an unwavering commitment to our people. We are investing in our workforce today and in the future,...

Norfolk Southern has earned the Toyota Logistics Services’ (TLS) Environmental Leadership Award for its inaugural Climate Transition Plan (CTP) and the Kaizen Award for continuous improvement...

Norfolk Southern is committed to working with our labor partners to advance safety, service, and quality of life enhancements for our craft colleagues. Over 80 percent of our workforce is covered...

As part of ongoing efforts to foster dialogue with our craft colleagues, the Mechanical team participated in shift change meetings at our Juniata Locomotive Shop in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in June....

Norfolk Southern Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer John Orr recently joined William C. Vantuono, Editor-in-Chief of Railway Age, for a discussion at the 2024 Rail Insights...

Norfolk Southern has teamed up with the Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB) to address food insecurity in the Atlanta area. The partnership, highlighted by a collective $350,000 donation and...

Thanks to our railroaders, Norfolk Southern’s Keystone Division has significantly improved performance in safety, service, and productivity into 2024. The division, which includes Delaware,...

As part of our year-round efforts to advance our culture of safety, over 100 leaders from across NS enhanced their professional skills during multi-day Safety Leadership Summits held in June and...

Jackie Corletto, Norfolk Southern AVP Sourcing, has been appointed Chair of the RailMarketplace Board (RMP) of Directors. Corletto, who joined Norfolk Southern in 1997 as a management trainee, has...

As a leading provider of freight-rail service — the most sustainable mode of moving freight over land — Norfolk Southern plays a crucial role in reducing global supply-chain emissions and...

Our railroaders make a difference that extends beyond the freight we move. At NS, we know the service we provide our customers affects their operations, employees, and communities across our network.

Norfolk Southern recently launched a Public Private Partnership (PPP) team, made up of representatives from several strategic departments. The newly assembled PPP team aims to maximize the use of...

Earlier this year, crew members at our Lamberts Point Coal Terminal in Norfolk, Virginia rapidly came together to meet the needs of a key customer following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key...

Through our Safety RecognitioNS program, we’re celebrating the Norfolk Southern railroaders who exemplify our culture of safety through their injury-free service record. Their daily actions help...

Norfolk Southern is highlighting a 2023 Safety First or Thriving Communities grant recipient each month in a series called “Grants on Track” to celebrate the impact these organizations are...

In freight logistics, innovation and efficiency are paramount, and Norfolk Southern is always readying to meet the future needs of the global supply chain.

Norfolk Southern’s operations and crew members are vital to supporting the world’s energy supply. Our Lamberts Point Coal Facility in Norfolk, Virginia, loads coal from mines throughout...

Norfolk Southern is delivering on our promise to become the gold standard in safety by enhancing our safety culture in partnership with our railroaders and labor leaders. We’re investing two...

With more than 200 years of history spanning 22 states, Norfolk Southern boasts a proud legacy of multi-generational families working together on the railroad. This Father’s Day, we’re...

Our newly established Network Operations Center (NOC) war room is fast-tracking performance improvements throughout our 22-state network. Located at our Atlanta headquarters, the war room is...

John Orr, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has spent his nearly four decades railroading career advancing positive relationships between labor and management, both in Canada...

A team of Marketing and Operations leaders have joined together to improve communication with Norfolk Southern’s partner driver community. The Driving Recognition, Innovation, and Value through...

WATCH: The Thoroughbred Locomotive is now in service Norfolk Southern is proud to introduce our all-new Thoroughbred Locomotive, a tribute to our railroaders, and inspired by the grit, heart, and...

Stefan Loeb and John Kingston on stage during the FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain conference. The FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain conference in Atlanta brought together industry leaders...

Norfolk Southern Corporation and the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority announced this week that they have entered into preliminary discussions on a deal that would expand passenger rail service in...

For the second consecutive year, Norfolk Southern has earned a spot on USA TODAY's prestigious America's Climate Leaders list for 2024. This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to...

Norfolk Southern Chief Operating Officer John Orr detailed efforts by the NS team to advance key performance indicators (KPIs), as well as opportunities to grow and drive further efficiencies for...

Norfolk Southern is now accepting applications for its Safety First and Thriving Communities grant programs through October 1. Launched in 2023, These programs are designed to support...

On May 23, 2023, CEO Alan Shaw and labor union leaders released a joint letter affirming our shared commitment to enhancing rail safety for our colleagues and the communities we serve. One year...

Our dedicated team of Train and Engine employees travel throughout our 22-state network, delivering safe, reliable, and resilient service to our customers. Many spend nights away from their homes...

Richard Atcheson Bridges & Buildings Foreman Macon, Georgia Where did you start your career at NS and what do you do now? I was hired as an apprentice for a bridge rebuild gang in 1983. I...

At $40 billion, the North American intermodal market is the largest in the world, and globally, 95 percent of all manufactured goods are moved in a container at some point in their supply chain...

Norfolk Southern hosted our annual Short Line Conference on May 14, bringing together nearly 200 representatives from our extensive network of more than 270 short line partners. Ed Elkins, EVP and...

Richard Scott, a 26-year employee of Norfolk Southern, has been selected for the 2024 Employee Veteran Leadership Awards presented by Military Friendly. The awards recognize veterans who have a...

Norfolk Southern’s Nabanita Nag, Executive Vice President Corporate Affairs and Chief Legal Officer, has been named an Atlanta Business Chronicle 2024 Corporate Counsel Award Honoree. Nag was...

(Pictured: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and students from Leo High School; credit: Governor JB Pritzker) The Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) Program partners...