NSC

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE:NSC) is one of the major Class I freight railroads in the United States, incorporated in 1980 and publicly traded since 1982. The company operates an extensive rail network spanning approximately 19,300 route miles across 22 states and the District of Columbia, with headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. Norfolk Southern has evolved from regional railroad consolidations into a major transportation infrastructure provider, connecting the industrial heartland with Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports. The company has undergone significant operational transformation in recent years, implementing precision scheduled railroading principles and recovering from major operational disruptions including the 2023 East Palestine derailment.