POWERING THE FUTURE OF RAIL

At Norfolk Southern, we are dedicated to moving America forward. We carry the responsibility of supporting entire economies on our shoulders and upholding the legacy of our country with honor and pride. We are the boots on the ballast, the frontrunners of technology, and the leaders in building a better planet. And we are committed to safely moving the weight of the world

Our Foundation

Everything Starts With Safety

Our mission is to provide safe and reliable service to our customers, keep the communities we serve safe, and ensure the safety of our most valuable resource - our employees. Rail remains the safest way to move freight, and we’re committed to making our railroad even safer.

In the Business of a Better Planet

Sustainability Means Business

For over 15 years, Norfolk Southern has been a corporate leader in sustainability. We’re committed to bold action and innovative approaches to move our company and our customers forward in creating smart, sustainable growth and building a better planet.

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FORGING A BETTER TOMORROW

We are a company committed to our customers, our partners, the communities we serve, and the planet we call home.

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CARBON CALCULATOR

Reduce your emissions and your shipping costs. Our customers save 15 million metric tons of CO2 each year.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT RAIL SHIPPING

Curious about shipping with us? We'll show you how it works and get you connected to our team. Let's shorten the distance between you and opportunity.

HOW DO WE SHIP?

Our people, equipment, and infrastructure move your freight safely, reliably, and efficiently. We connect you with ports that reach the world, first and final mile capabilities, and even rail-served properties; all while providing the safest and most sustainable way to move freight.

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WHAT DO WE SHIP?

Essential agricultural products. Automobile parts and finished vehicles. Vital raw materials like lumber and steel. If it keeps the country moving, we keep it moving.

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WHERE DO WE SHIP?

Spanning 19,500 route miles across 22 states and Washington, D.C., our railroad network powers resilient service and sustainable growth for more than half the U.S. population and manufacturing base.

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WHERE THE POWER OF
PEOPLE
MEETS THE POWER OF
TECHNOLOGY

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