Norfolk Southern Corporation · Norfolk, VA United States ·(NYSE: NSC)
Company Description
Phone: 757-629-2600
Fax: 757-664-5069
Rankings
- #408 in FT Global 500
- #256 in FORTUNE 500
- S&P 500
- Dow Jones Transports
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This link will open in a new window Transportation titan Norfolk Southern is one big train that could. The company's main subsidiary, Norfolk Southern Railway , transports freight over a network consisting of more than 21,000 route miles in 22 states in the eastern US and in Ontario, Canada. The rail system is made up of more than 16,000 route miles owned by Norfolk Southern and about 5,000 route miles of trackage rights, which allow the company to use tracks owned by other railroads. Norfolk Southern transports coal and general merchandise, including automotive products and chemicals. The company also offers intermodal services (freight transportation by a combination of train and truck) through its Triple Crown Services unit. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Norfolk Southern Corporation Financials
| Company Type | Public - NYSE: NSC Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2008 Sales (mil.) | $10,661.0 |
| 2008 Employees | 30,709 |
Norfolk Southern Corporation Executives
47 executives listed for Norfolk Southern Corporation's Norfolk, VA location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman, President, and CEO | Charles Moorman | Network |
| EVP and COO | Mark Manion | Network |
| EVP Finance and CFO | James Squires | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Norfolk Southern Corporation
Demand is driven by consumer spending and manufacturing output. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficient operations. Large companies have advantages in account relationships, bulk fuel purchasing, fleet size, and access to drivers. Small operations can compete effectively by providing quick turnaround, serving a local market, or transporting unusually sized goods. Average annual revenue per employee is $135,000. Trucking competes with other forms of cargo transportation, including rail, air, and water. However, the shift toward intermodal transportation means that these modes of delivery are often more complementary than competitive. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Norfolk Southern Corporation Competitors
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