Rail transportation in the United States

Gencan Capital Inc. reports second quarter financial results

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - Revenues for the six month period ended March 31, 2021 were $353 compared to $3,226 in the comparable 2020 period.Net Loss for the period was $44,436 compared to $43,802 in the comparable 2020 period.Loss per share for the period was $0.00 in both the current and 2020 period.\nManagement continues to evaluate potential new prospects for the Company.\n'

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  • b'TORONTO, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - Revenues for the six month period ended March 31, 2021 were $353 compared to $3,226 in the comparable 2020 period.Net Loss for the period was $44,436 compared to $43,802 in the comparable 2020 period.Loss per share for the period was $0.00 in both the current and 2020 period.\nManagement continues to evaluate potential new prospects for the Company.\n'

CSX Chief Executive Officer to Address Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) President and Chief Executive Officer James M. Foote will address the Bernstein 37th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference virtually on Wednesday, June 2 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time.\nThis address will broadcast live via webcast at http://investors.csx.com .

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  • b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) President and Chief Executive Officer James M. Foote will address the Bernstein 37th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference virtually on Wednesday, June 2 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time.\nThis address will broadcast live via webcast at http://investors.csx.com .
  • A replay will be available following the conclusion of this event.
  • This announcement, as well as additional financial information, is available on the company\xe2\x80\x99s website at http://investors.csx.com .\nCSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural and consumer products.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation\xe2\x80\x99s economic expansion and industrial development.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s population resides.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike.\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0More information about CSX and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com.
  • Like us on Facebook ( http://facebook.com/OfficialCSX ) and follow us on Twitter ( http://twitter.com/CSX ).\n'

Investing in the Restoration of the Historic Welland Central Fire Hall

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

b'WELLAND, ON, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced an investment of $500,000 over three years for the Central Station Education Initiative to support the restoration of the historical Central Fire Hall in Welland.

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  • b'WELLAND, ON, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, today announced an investment of $500,000 over three years for the Central Station Education Initiative to support the restoration of the historical Central Fire Hall in Welland.
  • The station will provide information about the history of firefighting and other services in the Niagara Region, preserving memories of the past for future generations.
  • I\'m very pleased our government has been given the opportunity to play a role in its preservation.
  • The program increases opportunities for local artists, artisans, heritage performers or specialists and cultural carriers to be involved in their community through festivals, events and projects.\n'

Notice from the Office of the Secretary - Ontario Securities Commission

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Friday, May 14, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 14, 2021 /CNW/ -The Commission issued an Order in the above named matter.\nA copy of the Order dated May 14, 2021 is available at www.osc.gov.on.ca\n'

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b'TORONTO, May 14, 2021 /CNW/ -The Commission issued an Order in the above named matter.\nA copy of the Order dated May 14, 2021 is available at www.osc.gov.on.ca\n'

Norfolk Southern annual meeting highlights digital transformation, sustainability

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

We are moving quickly to lead the industry in innovation, launching our Digital | NS initiative, and building the digital railroad of the future.

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  • We are moving quickly to lead the industry in innovation, launching our Digital | NS initiative, and building the digital railroad of the future.
  • We have goals that range from short-term, practical improvements in daily operations to long-term, aspirational \'moonshot\' projects that will transform our company and the rail industry.
  • "\nNorfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation\'s premier transportation companies, moving the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy.
  • Norfolk Southern connects customers to markets and communities to economic opportunity, with safe, reliable, and cost-effective shipping solutions.

Altruistic Sponsors can help at-risk Asians travel safely in Baltimore, D.C.

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

Sponsor a Ride is a new service, funded entirely by donations and corporate sponsors, which addresses the problem by underwriting Lyft, Uber, and cab trips for Asians who are female, seniors, or disabled, and in genuine financial need.

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  • Sponsor a Ride is a new service, funded entirely by donations and corporate sponsors, which addresses the problem by underwriting Lyft, Uber, and cab trips for Asians who are female, seniors, or disabled, and in genuine financial need.
  • According to co-founder Soan Gunawan, "When we heard about the horrific attacks we wanted to help.
  • We figured the most immediately useful thing we can do in the near term is sponsor rides for those who are genuinely fearful of local travel, especially at night.
  • Baltimore is the test market; in June they hope to begin serving Austin, Cleveland, Chicago, and San Francisco.

CSX Chief Financial Officer to Address Wolfe Research Transportation and Industrials Conference

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) Chief Financial Officer Kevin Boone will address the Wolfe Research Transportation and Industrials Conference virtually on Wednesday, May 26 at 9:10 a.m. Eastern time.\nThis address will broadcast live via webcast at http://investors.csx.com .

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  • b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) Chief Financial Officer Kevin Boone will address the Wolfe Research Transportation and Industrials Conference virtually on Wednesday, May 26 at 9:10 a.m. Eastern time.\nThis address will broadcast live via webcast at http://investors.csx.com .
  • This announcement, as well as additional financial information, is available on the company\xe2\x80\x99s website at http://investors.csx.com .\nCSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company.
  • For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation\xe2\x80\x99s economic expansion and industrial development.
  • Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s population resides.

Union Pacific Corporation Executives to Address Investor Conferences in May

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

b"OMAHA, Neb., May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) executives will address the following investor conferences in May:\nLive webcasts of the presentations will be available in the investor relations section of Union Pacific's website at www.up.com/investor .

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  • b"OMAHA, Neb., May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) executives will address the following investor conferences in May:\nLive webcasts of the presentations will be available in the investor relations section of Union Pacific's website at www.up.com/investor .
  • A replay of the webcasts will be available shortly thereafter.\nUnion Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service.
  • Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations.
  • More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com .\n"

CSX to Acquire Quality Carriers, Inc.

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Quality Carriers, Inc. ("Quality Carriers"), the largest provider of bulk liquid chemicals truck transportation in North America, from Quality Distribution, Inc.

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  • b'JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Quality Carriers, Inc. ("Quality Carriers"), the largest provider of bulk liquid chemicals truck transportation in North America, from Quality Distribution, Inc.
  • The transaction will create a unique multimodal chemicals transportation solution that will expand the reach of both CSX and Quality Carriers.\nJames M. Foote, president and chief executive officer of CSX said: \xe2\x80\x9cThe acquisition of Quality Carriers further demonstrates our commitment to the strategic growth of our business and deepening our relationships with customers.
  • Together, we will be exceptionally positioned to provide our customers \xe2\x80\x93 many of which have existing relationships with both CSX and Quality Carriers \xe2\x80\x93 with a unique and seamless rail-to-highway offering.
  • For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation\'s economic expansion and industrial development.

Union Pacific Honors Safe Chemical Transporters with Pinnacle Award

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Monday, May 10, 2021

b'OMAHA, Neb., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Union Pacific Railroad today announced that 63 companies won the 2020 Pinnacle Award for their dedication and commitment to safely transporting chemicals by rail.

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  • b'OMAHA, Neb., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Union Pacific Railroad today announced that 63 companies won the 2020 Pinnacle Award for their dedication and commitment to safely transporting chemicals by rail.
  • The annual award honors customers who implement release prevention protocols, corrective action plans and have zero non-accident releases (NARs) of regulated hazardous materials shipments.\n"Union Pacific is committed to safely moving the chemical shipments that support our customers\' supply chains," said Jacque Bendon, vice president - Industrial.
  • "We applaud this year\'s Pinnacle Award winners for their commitment to eliminating rail car chemical releases and thank them for their continued collaboration to safely move chemical products through the communities where we live and work.
  • More information about these efforts is available in the Strengthening our Communities section of Union Pacific\'s 2020 Building America Report .\nThe 2020 Pinnacle Award winners are:\n'