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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,...