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CSX Corporation, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, is one of the United States' premier transportation providers. The company's rail and intermodal businesses offer a range of rail-based transportation services, including traditional rail service and the transport of intermodal containers and trailers. Using a comprehensive network of approximately 21,000 route miles of track across 23 states, the District of Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec, CSX connects major population centers and serves about two-thirds of the American population.
CSX's extensive network provides access to over 70 ocean, river, and lake port terminals along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, the Mississippi River, the Great Lakes, and the St. Lawrence Seaway. Additionally, through alliances with western railroads, CSX has access to Pacific ports, extending its reach globally.
As a vital player in the U.S. economy, CSX transports a diverse range of products. In 2023, the company generated around $14.7 billion in revenue, moving commodities such as coal (16% of revenue), chemicals (17%), intermodal containers (16%), and automotive cargo (7%).
One of CSX's recent achievements includes becoming the first U.S. Class I railroad to extend paid sick leave agreements to its contract workers, significantly enhancing the well-being of its employees. The company has negotiated with several unions, including BMWED, BRC, SMART-TD, IAM, NCFO, and IBEW, to offer this benefit to thousands of workers.
In the realm of community engagement, CSX has made a transformational gift to the Museum of Science & History (MOSH) in Jacksonville, supporting the MOSH Genesis capital campaign. This initiative aims to build a new, state-of-the-art museum on the Northbank of the St. Johns River, enhancing educational and cultural opportunities for the region.
CSX is also committed to sustainability and innovation. The company has recently debuted its first hydrogen-powered locomotive, converted from an existing diesel unit. This initiative is part of a collaboration with CPKC to advance hydrogen technology, aiming to provide more efficient and zero-emission transportation solutions.
For nearly 200 years, CSX Corporation has played a critical role in America's economic expansion and industrial development, linking major metropolitan areas, short-line railroads, and numerous ports. CSX continues to leverage its extensive network to provide reliable transportation services, driving progress and connectivity across the nation.
CSX Corp. reported first quarter 2022 net earnings of $859 million ($0.39 per share), up from $706 million ($0.31 per share) last year. Revenue increased by 21% year-over-year to $3.41 billion, driven by a 24% rise in revenue-per-unit, even as volume fell by 2%. Operating income rose to $1.28 billion, a 16% increase from the previous year, though the operating ratio worsened by 150 basis points to 62.4%. The company's CEO expressed confidence in future growth due to a supportive market environment.
CSX Corp. announced a tentative agreement with SMART-TD to provide monthly advance payments for wage adjustments expected from the 2020 national bargaining settlement. Payments of up to $600 will be made from May 2022 until the end of the year or until a wage settlement is reached. This decision aims to support union employees facing high inflation and prolonged wait times for pay raises. CSX is also working to extend similar agreements to all unionized employees. The ongoing negotiations began in November 2019 and are currently under mediation.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) announced that the Surface Transportation Board approved its acquisition of Pan Am Railways, effective June 1, 2022. This acquisition is expected to enhance service offerings to New England customers, allowing CSX to integrate Pan Am's nearly 1,200-mile rail network. The deal aims to improve operational efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and expand CSX's reach into Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the integration is expected to bring significant benefits to shippers and stakeholders in the region.
CSX Corp. has appointed Steve Fortune as the new executive vice president and chief digital and technology officer. Fortune will oversee digital and technology initiatives aimed at enhancing growth and efficiency.
With over 30 years at BP, including serving as chief information officer, Fortune brings extensive leadership and technical expertise. CSX's leadership believes his experience is vital for driving innovation and sustainable growth in the transportation sector.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) announced it received notice of an unsolicited mini-tender offer from TRC Capital Investment Corporation to acquire up to four million shares at $34.75 each, which is 4.43% below the stock's closing price of $36.34 on March 18, 2022. CSX does not endorse this offer and advises shareholders not to tender their shares, as the offer price is below market value and subject to certain conditions. The expiration of the offer is set for April 20, 2022, at 12:01 a.m. New York City time.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) will announce its first quarter financial results on April 20, 2022, after market close. The results will be followed by a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET, where management will discuss the earnings. Interested parties can join the call by dialing 1-888-510-2008 (U.S.) or 1-646-960-0306 (international), using passcode 3368220. Presentation materials will be accessible via the company's investor website, where a replay of the webcast will also be available.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) President and CEO, James M. Foote, will speak at the 2022 JP Morgan Industrials Conference on March 16 at 8:00 am ET. The event will be streamed live via webcast, and a replay will be available afterwards. CSX, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, specializes in rail, intermodal, and rail-to-truck services across various industries, significantly contributing to the U.S. economy. The company connects major metropolitan areas in the eastern U.S., facilitating commerce through a vast transportation network.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) has announced a 7% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it from $0.093 to $0.10 per share. This new dividend will be payable on March 15, 2022 to shareholders who are on record by the close of business on February 28, 2022. CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, operates as a leading transportation company, providing services in rail, intermodal, and rail-to-truck transload solutions.
CSX Corp. (NASDAQ: CSX) announced that Kevin Boone, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing, will speak at the 2022 Barclays Industrial Select Conference in Miami on February 23 at 9:10 am Eastern Time. The address will be available via a live webcast on the company's investor relations website, with a replay available afterward. CSX is a leading transportation company providing various rail and logistical services across multiple sectors, contributing significantly to the U.S. economy through its extensive network connecting major metropolitan areas.
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