Kansas City Southern Names Timothy Livingston Vice President Transportation

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Kansas City Southern (KCS) has appointed Timothy Livingston as vice president of transportation for U.S. and Mexican operations. Previously the general manager of network operations, Livingston has been with KCS since 2004, demonstrating leadership during the company's Precision Scheduled Railroading implementation. His promotion reflects KCS's commitment to operational excellence and growth. KCS operates railroads across the U.S., Mexico, and Panama, linking key commercial centers in North America.

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• Timothy Livingston's promotion to vice president transportation highlights KCS's focus on leadership and operational excellence.
• Livingston's experience since 2004 supports KCS's strategic growth initiatives.

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Kansas City Southern (KCS) (NYSE: KSU) announced today that it has promoted Timothy Livingston from general manager network operations to vice president transportation for the company’s operations in the U.S. and Mexico.

“Throughout the evolution of KCS’ implementation of Precision Scheduled Railroading, Tim has consistently demonstrated tremendous leadership,” said KCS executive vice president-operations John Orr. “He has a keen understanding of the value of a speak-up culture and operational balance, and how these elements lead to growth.”

Mr. Livingston joined KCS as a conductor in 2004 and has held a variety of transportation management positions in Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma and Missouri, before being promoted to general manager network operations. Mr. Livingston holds a bachelor of business administration from Baker University.

Headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., KCS is a transportation holding company that has railroad investments in the U.S., Mexico and Panama. Its primary U.S. holding is The Kansas City Southern Railway Company, serving the central and south central U.S. Its international holdings include Kansas City Southern de Mexico, S.A. de C.V., serving northeastern and central Mexico and the port cities of Lázaro Cárdenas, Tampico and Veracruz, and a 50 percent interest in Panama Canal Railway Company, providing ocean-to-ocean freight and passenger service along the Panama Canal. KCS' North American rail holdings and strategic alliances with other North American rail partners are primary components of a unique railway system, linking the commercial and industrial centers of the U.S., Mexico and Canada. More information about KCS can be found at www.kcsouthern.com.

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FAQ

Who was promoted at Kansas City Southern (KSU)?

Timothy Livingston was promoted to vice president of transportation.

What is Timothy Livingston's background at KCS?

Livingston joined KCS as a conductor in 2004 and held various management positions.

What operational strategy does KCS implement?

KCS employs Precision Scheduled Railroading to enhance operational efficiency.

In which countries does Kansas City Southern operate?

KCS operates in the U.S., Mexico, and Panama.

What are the responsibilities of the new VP of transportation at KSU?

The new VP will oversee transportation operations in the U.S. and Mexico.