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Ancora Issues Letter to Norfolk Southern’s Board to Refute False and Unsupported Claims, Including Those Regarding Railway Labor Act Violations and “Vote Buying” from Labor

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Lundi, mai 6, 2024
Finance, Banking, Rail, Professional Services, Transport, Railway Labor Act, Risk management, Culture, Crime, Disclosure, BLET, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Quality of life, Safety, NSC, Justice, Council of Institutional Investors, Address, Brotherhood, Canadian Pacific Railway, Vexatious litigation, Failure, Annual general meeting, Letter, Boilermaker

It’s been inaccurate when Norfolk Southern has suggested in recent days that it has the full support of rail unions.

Key Points: 
  • It’s been inaccurate when Norfolk Southern has suggested in recent days that it has the full support of rail unions.
  • It is equally important to note that many, if not most, of the BLET and the BMWED members at Norfolk Southern are both employees and shareholders.
  • These claims overlook key facts, including the following:
    The parties are completely confident that they are in compliance with applicable law, including the Railway Labor Act.
  • Norfolk Southern’s own counsel wrote to Ancora and acknowledged that memoranda among the parties were not binding on the Company.

General Chairmen of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, Representing Members at Norfolk Southern, Address CEO Alan Shaw’s “Unfounded and Desperate” Attacks on Labor Discussions

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Jeudi, mai 2, 2024
Labor, Rail, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Public Policy, Government, Negotiation, Norfolk Southern Railway, International, Hearing, BLET, NSC, Railway Labor Act, Private sector, UPS, International Brotherhood of Teamsters

He made his ungrounded and desperate claims after it became public that positive discussions were held between Ancora nominees with officers of the two Teamsters affiliates.

Key Points: 
  • He made his ungrounded and desperate claims after it became public that positive discussions were held between Ancora nominees with officers of the two Teamsters affiliates.
  • In another act of desperation, Norfolk Southern issued a press release misrepresenting the record of Jim Barber, an Ancora nominee and long-time partner to unions.
  • Desperate statements and inconsistent and shifting strategies characterized much of what BLET’s union leaders have heard from Norfolk Southern’s current CEO in recent weeks.
  • Alan Shaw’s unfounded attacks this week have further convinced us that we made the correct choice.”

Norfolk Southern: Ancora makes unauthorized, value-destructive commitments on behalf of Norfolk Southern to buy votes

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Lundi, avril 29, 2024
Negotiation, NOT, Brotherhood, BLET, NSC, Railway Labor Act, Quality of life, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Security (finance)

ATLANTA, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) Monday issued the following statement after being made aware that Ancora Holdings LLC (Ancora) has, without any authority or authorization, negotiated and signed a memorandum of understanding with The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), a division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. This unauthorized agreement purports to offer specific concessions by Norfolk Southern to the BLET in exchange for the BLET's support of Ancora's attempt to gain control of the company's board.

Key Points: 
  • Ancora's actions are a blatant attempt to buy votes through backdoor deals to take control of the company.
  • Aside from violating the Railway Labor Act rules that grant exclusive negotiating authority to representatives of Norfolk Southern, Ancora has demonstrated that its own nominees are not independent and are beholden only to Ancora.
  • Together with our unions, Norfolk Southern has made significant progress to create a safer, more productive railroad.
  • In contrast, Ancora is misleading shareholders and employees with false promises and unauthorized financial commitments that would destroy shareholder value.

Ancora’s Proposed Directors and Management for Norfolk Southern Win Support from the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters

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Vendredi, avril 26, 2024
Professional Services, Trucking, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Finance, Banking, Other Transport, Slate, Brotherhood, BLET, Safety, NSC, PSR, Canadian National Railway, Workforce, UPS, Pension fund

The BLET Teamsters represent locomotive engineers, conductors, brakemen, firemen, switchmen, hostlers and other train service employees at Norfolk Southern.

Key Points: 
  • The BLET Teamsters represent locomotive engineers, conductors, brakemen, firemen, switchmen, hostlers and other train service employees at Norfolk Southern.
  • The BLET Teamsters is the second major labor union in as many days to support the Shareholder Slate and its management team, following the announcement of support from the BMWED Teamsters on April 25th.
  • Collectively, the BMWED Teamsters and the BLET Teamsters represent approximately half of Norfolk Southern’s unionized workforce.
  • Regarding the BLET Teamsters’ decision, proposed CEO Jim Barber stated:
    “It’s a privilege to receive support from the BLET Teamsters, who believe in our plan to improve performance, safety and employee relations at Norfolk Southern.

The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, an Affiliate of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Calls for New Leadership at Norfolk Southern

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Vendredi, avril 26, 2024
Rail, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Norfolk Southern Railway, Brotherhood, BLET, NSC, NS

The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (“BLET”), an affiliate of the Rail Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, announced today that it has determined, after careful review and new developments since the proxy battle began, that a change in leadership at Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (“Norfolk Southern”) is necessary and in the best interest of both BLET members and the railroad’s long-term success.

Key Points: 
  • The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (“BLET”), an affiliate of the Rail Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, announced today that it has determined, after careful review and new developments since the proxy battle began, that a change in leadership at Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (“Norfolk Southern”) is necessary and in the best interest of both BLET members and the railroad’s long-term success.
  • “BLET’s three elected General Chairmen representing locomotive engineers and trainmen at Norfolk Southern met with Ancora’s leadership team yesterday and determined that they are the right leaders for Norfolk Southern moving forward,” said BLET National President Edward Hall.
  • “After the railroad’s CEO Alan Shaw hired COO John Orr and following the public comments of both those executives on their strategy for NS, our General Chairmen determined that a change at the top is needed.
  • Although this decision was not easy, the General Chairmen believe it is necessary.”
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TEAMSTERS RAIL CONFERENCE CELEBRATES NEW FEDERAL RULE MANDATING TWO-PERSON CREWS

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Mercredi, avril 3, 2024
Congress, Brotherhood, Conference, BLET, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Transport, Safety, Swiss Federal Railways, Department of transportation, Rail transport by country, Rail transport

WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters Rail Conference celebrated the unveiling of a new federal rule that requires a minimum of two crew members on board most freight trains. This rulemaking comes after 13 years of tireless advocacy to protect and mandate crew sizes by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and the Teamsters Rail Conference.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Teamsters Rail Conference celebrated the unveiling of a new federal rule that requires a minimum of two crew members on board most freight trains.
  • This rulemaking comes after 13 years of tireless advocacy to protect and mandate crew sizes by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and the Teamsters Rail Conference.
  • "Requiring two crew members to operate a multi-ton freight train that is several miles long should be common sense, but now, there is thankfully a rule that mandates it," said Mark Wallace, President of the Teamsters Rail Conference.
  • The Teamsters look forward to continuing to work alongside state and federal officials on much-needed rail safety measures and making sure that the voices of rail workers are heard."

Norfolk Southern, BLET, and SMART-TD partner with FRA to launch groundbreaking C3RS pilot program

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Lundi, janvier 29, 2024
Norfolk Southern Railway, Transport, Brotherhood, Rail transport by country, Federal Railroad Administration, Partnership, Atmosphere of Earth, Sheet metal, NSC, Safety, NASA, NS, Statistics, Fear, Human, BLET, Negotiation, FRA, International Association, Rail transport

ATLANTA and INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC), the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Transportation Division (SMART-TD), in partnership with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), announced Monday their joint participation in an FRA Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C3RS) pilot program designed to enhance railroad safety.

Key Points: 
  • "NS is proud to partner with our labor leaders and FRA to make another industry-leading advancement in safety," said Alan H. Shaw, Norfolk Southern President and CEO.
  • Under the one-year C3RS pilot, covered NS employees can report safety concerns with the certainty that such reports will not result in discipline.
  • Participation in this C3RS pilot underscores NS, BLET, and SMART-TD's shared belief that collaboration and transparency are foundational pillars of an effective safety program.
  • "We appreciate BLET, NS, and SMART-TD's collaboration on this important partnership, and FRA remains committed to further expanding participation in the C3RS program to advance safety."

Florida AFL-CIO Grants Dr. Barbara Sharief Prestigious Statewide Early Endorsement

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Jeudi, janvier 18, 2024
NCFO, Social media, IUPA, IDS, OPEIU, LIUNA, Master, Painting, IBEW, NABET, NFLPA, UWUA, Florida Senate, Theatre, BLET, IUPAT, Senate, Letter, Jackson Memorial Hospital, RWDSU, Firefighter, AFSCME, Teacher, IAFF, Human, Democratic Party, Democrat, UNITE, Multimedia, UFCW, Television, Interview, Trade union, AFGE, NALC, Conference, AWIU, Machinist, Boilermaker

This endorsement is a testament to Dr. Sharief's unwavering commitment to championing the rights and interests of Florida's workforce.

Key Points: 
  • This endorsement is a testament to Dr. Sharief's unwavering commitment to championing the rights and interests of Florida's workforce.
  • As a union member herself (while working as a nurse at Jackson Memorial Hospital), Barbara knows how important Labor Unions are to everyday workers in Florida.
  • "I am honored to receive the EARLY endorsement of the Florida AFL-CIO," said Dr. Barbara Sharief.
  • With the Teachers and the Statewide AFL-CIO aboard her campaign, Dr. Sharief said " The outpouring of support has left me truly humbled.

BNSF Railway has record year for safety in 2023

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Jeudi, janvier 11, 2024
Rail, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, BNSF Railway, Injury, Accident, BNSF, Communication, Safety, TSA, BLET, Renewable energy

BNSF Railway completed a record year for workplace safety in 2023, with the lowest injury frequency rate in the company’s 175-year history.

Key Points: 
  • BNSF Railway completed a record year for workplace safety in 2023, with the lowest injury frequency rate in the company’s 175-year history.
  • Employee injury rates decreased more than 20 percent, and injury severity was down nearly 35 percent, year-over-year, leading the industry in safety.
  • “This monumental achievement is a credit to the commitment and passion for safety demonstrated by everyone at BNSF, especially our Operations teams.
  • “Our commitment and passion for safety is something that sets the people of BNSF apart,” said Matt Igoe, executive vice president and COO.

James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund Awards $1.2 Million to Children of Teamster Members

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Lundi, octobre 30, 2023
Education, Foundation, Philanthropy, University, TCRC, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local, Teamster, BLET, Miami Dade College, Department of Industrial Training & Vocational Education, Haryana, Student, School, Fund, Nursing

The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF) today announced that it has awarded $1.2 million in academic and vocational scholarships this year to the children of Teamster members throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Key Points: 
  • The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF) today announced that it has awarded $1.2 million in academic and vocational scholarships this year to the children of Teamster members throughout the U.S. and Canada.
  • The Fund was started in 1999 in honor of Teamsters General President Emeritus James R. Hoffa due to his belief in having education accessible to all children of members of the Teamsters.
  • Since inception, the Fund has awarded over $14 million in scholarships to over 4,000 recipients.
  • “We awarded $1.2 million in scholarships in 2023 – and not just for college but also for vocational training courses,” said James P. Hoffa, a member of the board of the JRHMSF.