Short line CEO says railroads must embrace Uber-like technology to secure future

NEW YORK — The largest operator of shortline railroads has a clear message about the future of the industry.

“It’s time to get off our asses,” declared Michael Miller, chief executive of Genesee & Wyoming, at the annual RailTrends conference last week.

While G&W is celebrating its 125th anniversary, Miller said in a presentation to executives, suppliers and investors, “[W]hat got us here won’t get us there,” meaning a profitable future. He warned railroads must commit to their core principles...

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Freight rail execs seeing some ‘green shoots’ for beleaguered sector

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New York — The RailTrends conference for 2023, last week’s gathering of many of the industry’s...

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