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SHIPPING BY INDUSTRY

No matter what you need to ship, we have the people, service, and infrastructure to move it safely, sustainably, and reliably. Find your industry to get started.

Agriculture and Forest

Whether you need to move wheat, flour, or woodchips, our efficient, reliable rail freight services deliver.

Ag & Forest Details
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Automotive

Shipping automotive parts or finished vehicles? We offer truck-competitive rates and plenty of routes between major markets.

Vehicles & Parts
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Chemicals

With nearly 200 years of service, we remain dedicated to providing safe rail service, whether shipping through small towns or big cities.

Chemicals Shipping
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Coal

With more than 15,000 coal cars, we can connect you to domestic and international markets.

Coal, Coke and Iron Ore
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Consumer Products

We connect with all Class One railroads, providing you end to end solutions for all your cold and dry storage shipments.

Consumer Products
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Dimensional and Oversized

Need to move large or specialized freight? We have the expertise to get it done.

Dimensional Details
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Government and Military

Whether you’re a military installation or a National Guard unit, we work with you to meet your shipping needs.

Federal & State Details
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Intermodal

Our extensive intermodal network and range of container sizes can move your freight across the country — or the world.

Intermodal Service
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Metals and Construction

We have more than 16,000 railcars dedicated to shipping everything from sheet metal to aggregates to machinery.

Steel, Concrete & More
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Renewable Fuels

We offer an efficient mode of safely and reliably transporting low-carbon fuels.

Biodiesel & More
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New to Rail Shipping?

New to rail? Learn more below about how to get started. Then reach out to our team and get moving forward.

Visit Rail 101
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Build Opportunities With Rail

Our industrial development team stands ready to help you find rail-served property, or property near rail, to expand your business and build for the future.

Explore Rail Development
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Power Your Business Sustainably

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

Estimate Your Savings Explore Sustainability
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