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Norfolk Southern

Norfolk Southern Corp. is a transportation company, which owns a freight railroad. It engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods primarily in the Southeast, East, and Midwest and, via interchange with rail carriers to and from the rest of the United States. The company transports overseas freight through several Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports. It offers an extensive intermodal network in the eastern half of the United States and is a transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products. The company's services include property leases and sales, wire line or pipeline and fiber optics projects, access property, managing private crossings, promoting businesses with signboards, and natural resource management. Norfolk Southern was founded on July 23, 1980, and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Norfolk Southern posts robust Q4 results amidst operational enhancements

Norfolk Southern (NSC) delivered strong financial results in Q4 2022, focusing on operational efficiency, service enhancements, and strategic growth initiatives.
Despite challenges such as macroeconomic uncertainties and service-related costs, NSC remains optimistic, aiming to capitalize on opportunities in market share expansion and network resiliency.
The company's performance, strengths, and proactive approach to challenges position it well for continued growth and competitiveness in the rail industry.

Norfolk Southern prioritizes safety and resilience amidst operational challenges

Norfolk Southern is prioritizing safety enhancements, cost-effective measures, and workforce optimization to improve service quality. The company's strategy focuses on resilient service, supporting highway to rail conversions, and investing in employee training. Despite challenges, Norfolk Southern remains committed to competitive margins, revenue growth, EPS, and ROIC.

Norfolk Southern reports Q2 revenue decline, focuses on recovery

Norfolk Southern (NSC) faced revenue declines and operational challenges in Q2 2023, impacted by the Eastern Ohio derailment and market headwinds.
Despite challenges, the company remains committed to safety, recovery, and long-term value creation, focusing on efficiency and service excellence.
Opportunities for OR improvement, cost management, and service enhancements provide a path for Norfolk Southern (NSC) to navigate challenges and drive future growth.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) reports Q3 improvements amidst cost pressures

Norfolk Southern (NSC) navigated challenges in Q3 with a focus on resilience and operational excellence. Despite cost pressures, the company saw improvements in service, volume, and safety performance. With a strategic focus on industry competitive margins and growth opportunities, Norfolk Southern is investing in service enhancements and productivity to drive future success.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) reports safety improvements and growth strategies

Norfolk Southern (NSC) navigated challenges in 2023 with a focus on safety, service improvements, and sustainable growth strategies. Despite cost impacts and margin challenges, the company remains optimistic about modest volume growth and revenue enhancement opportunities in 2024.

Norfolk Southern prioritizes productivity and efficiency for industry competitiveness

Norfolk Southern (NSC) focused on productivity and efficiency to achieve industry competitive margins in Q1 2024.
Operational changes led by new COO John Orr emphasized safety, productivity, and network optimization efforts.
Challenges in revenue declines and market outlook were addressed, with opportunities for growth through operational enhancements.
Confidence in achieving operational targets and reducing headcount through productivity initiatives was expressed.
Balanced strategy focusing on service, productivity, and growth to drive transformational journey.
Customer service improvements and changes underway were well-received, with a focus on velocity and reliability.

Norfolk Southern reports solid Q2 earnings amidst coal market challenges

Norfolk Southern's Q2 2024 performance showcased financial strength, operational improvements, and a focus on safety and productivity. While facing challenges in the coal market, the company remains committed to its strategy and delivering results. Opportunities for growth through partnerships and operational enhancements position Norfolk Southern for long-term success.

Norfolk Southern reports robust Q3 earnings amidst market challenges

Norfolk Southern (NSC) delivered strong financial results with revenue and earnings growth, driven by volume increases and cost management initiatives.
The company's emphasis on safety, productivity, and cost reductions underscores its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth.
While facing challenges from market uncertainties and external impacts, Norfolk Southern remains focused on enhancing operational efficiency and seizing growth opportunities.

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Norfolk Southern Corp. is a transportation company, which engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods. The company also transports overseas freight through several Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports. Its services include property leases and sales, wire line or pipeline and fiber optics projects, access property, managing private crossings, promoting businesses with signboards, and natural resource management. The company was founded on July 23, 1980 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Norfolk Southern's (NSC) new operating plan, which focuses on its intermodal unit, is aimed at improving service, productivity and growth.

Norfolk Southern (NSC) Launches Operating Plan to Foster Growth

ATLANTA , June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) has launched TOP|SPG, a new operating plan designed to improve service, enhance productivity, and create a platform for growth. The operating plan guides the day-to-day movement of trains and shipments through Norfolk Southern's network.

Norfolk Southern launches customer-centric operating plan: TOP|SPG

Jason Morris becomes VP Law; Wai Wong elevated to VP Labor Relations ATLANTA , June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) today announced three changes in the company's executive management team. Nabanita Nag is appointed Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer.

Norfolk Southern Names Nabanita Nag Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer

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Norfolk Southern's new initiative to provide expedited service between the East and West coasts with three partners — ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd, western U.S. Class I counterpart Union Pacific and the Port of Virginia — suggests the four parties are seeking opportunities to maximize recent capital investments while also addressing ongoing congestion. NS (NYSE: NSC) said the partnership, named OceaNS Bridge Express, will provide shippers a new option to reach West Coast markets.

Norfolk Southern connecting East, West coasts with expedited intermodal service

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Norfolk Southern (NSC) announces a new service in partnership with Union Pacific for an expedited movement of containers from the East Coast to the West.

Norfolk Southern's (NSC) New Service to Connect East-West Coasts

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ATLANTA , June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced OceaNS Bridge Express, a new partnership with Hapag-Lloyd (FWB: HLAG), Union Pacific Railroad (NYSE: UNP), and the Port of Virginia to provide expedited service from the East Coast to the Western United States, giving shippers a new option to reach West Coast markets. OceaNS Bridge Express, a first-of-its-kind service, will originate at the Norfolk International Terminal at the Port of Virginia and interchange with Union Pacific in Chicago, with connections to West Coast markets.

Norfolk Southern launches innovative partnership to give shippers a new option to reach West Coast markets

NEW YORK , June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today rang The Opening Bell® at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), celebrating the 40th anniversary of the historic merger of Norfolk and Western Railway and Southern Railway that created Norfolk Southern on June 1, 1982. Joining President and CEO Alan H.

Norfolk Southern celebrates 40th anniversary by ringing The Opening Bell® at the NYSE

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Georgia Central Railway will service Hyundai Motor Group's new $5.5 billion electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facility near Savannah, Georgia, its parent company Genesee & Wyoming announced Monday.  The short line will transport inbound materials to support production, as well as outbound finished vehicles to markets across the U.S. Commercial production is expected to start in the first half of 2025.

G&W subsidiary to service Hyundai's $5.5B EV and battery facility

Attorneys representing shippers in litigation involving four Class I railroads praised a federal appeals court decision this week that clarified what evidence can be submitted in two cases involving alleged price fixing in the early 2000s.  Stephen Neuwirth, an attorney with Quinn Emanuel Urqhuart & Sullivan, said in a statement that the “opinion will greatly assist the shippers in making their antitrust case against the railroads.

Rail shippers applaud federal appeals court ruling on alleged price fixing

ATLANTA , May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) President and Chief Executive Officer, Alan H. Shaw and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mark R.

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ATLANTA , May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) will deliver long-term value to shareholders by becoming more customer-centric and operations-driven, President and CEO Alan H. Shaw said at the company's annual meeting Thursday.

Norfolk Southern CEO shares customer-centric and operations-driven vision with shareholders

Norfolk Southern funded nearly $500 million for sustainability-related projects in 2021 through the issuance of its green bonds. The projects, some directly related to sustainability and some that include sustainability as an end result, include: $275.6 million to fund DC-to-AC locomotive power conversions, which NS says improves fuel efficiency by up to 25%.

Norfolk Southern funds nearly $500 million in sustainability projects

ATLANTA , May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation's (NYSE: NSC) President and Chief Executive Officer, Alan H. Shaw, will make a presentation at Bank of America's 2022 Transportation and Airlines Conference.

Norfolk Southern to present at Bank of America's 2022 Transportation and Airlines Conference

ATLANTA , May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today released a report on projects funded by the $500 million in green bonds issued by the company in 2021. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the funded projects, as well as expected environmental and social benefits.

Norfolk Southern's $500 million in green bonds funds low-carbon initiatives

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Service disruptions at the Class I railroads have come to a head in recent weeks, and shippers and the unions representing rail workers are clamoring for changes to the freight rail industry of a magnitude to match the disruptions. Some examples of subpar rail service: Excessive dwell times at the origin, resulting in the doubling of transit times between the Midwest and West Coast for grain shippers and tardy arrivals that pressure flour and feed mills and ethanol plants to temporarily cease operations or curtail production.

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ATLANTA , April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced that its new corporate headquarters building at 650 West Peachtree has been awarded LEED® Gold certification. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence.

Norfolk Southern headquarters awarded LEED Gold certification

Despite headwinds, healthy freight demand makes the Zacks Transportation - Rail industry's near-term prospects appear bright. Amid this positivity, UNP, CSX, CP and NSC are poised for growth.

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Norfolk Southern is preparing to launch the next stage of its streamlined operational plan, with improving intermodal and bulk moves being the target, executives said during the company's first-quarter earnings call Wednesday morning. The plan, Top SPG, which stands for service, productivity and growth, will be launched sometime late in the second quarter of this year.

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