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Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) reported record financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2021. Fourth-quarter net income reached $760 million, with diluted earnings per share at $3.12. The operating ratio improved to 60.4%. For the full year, net income totaled $3.0 billion and diluted earnings per share were $12.11. Railway operating revenues for Q4 were $2.85 billion, an 11% increase year-over-year, while full-year revenues hit $11.1 billion, a 14% rise. The company attributes success to an ambitious three-year strategic plan initiated in 2019.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced a 14% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it from $1.09 to $1.24 per share. The dividend, reflecting the company’s confidence in its long-term growth, will be payable on February 21, 2022, to shareholders of record as of February 4, 2022. This marks the 158th consecutive quarter of dividend payments since the company’s inception in 1982. The accelerated payment schedule was initiated in Q2 2021, enhancing returns for shareholders.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is set to announce its fourth-quarter 2021 earnings on January 26, 2022, during a live conference call at 8:45 a.m. EST. The earnings results will be available before the call, accompanied by a press release on the company's Investors page. Participants can join the call via teleconference at 877-869-3847 or through a live webcast on the Norfolk Southern website. An audio replay will be accessible until February 2, 2022.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) has introduced NSites, a GIS-based portal designed to assist businesses in locating rail-served industrial sites and transload facilities. This tool features over 800 verified industrial locations across a 22-state territory, along with nearly 250 transload facilities. Users can tailor searches based on criteria such as acreage and proximity to transport networks. NSites aims to streamline the site-selection process while promoting sustainable rail transportation, reducing carbon emissions by 75%. The initiative is part of Norfolk Southern's broader strategy to enhance customer service through technology.
U.S. Steel, Norfolk Southern, and Greenbrier have partnered to launch a new sustainable steel gondola railcar, leveraging high-strength, lighter-weight steel. Each gondola can decrease unloaded weight by up to 15,000 pounds, enhance freight capacity, and potentially extend operational lifespan to 50 years. Norfolk Southern plans to acquire 800 of these innovative gondolas. This collaboration aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions, reflecting the companies' commitment to sustainability in the freight rail industry.
On December 9, 2021, United States Steel Corporation, Norfolk Southern Corporation, and The Greenbrier Companies announced a partnership for a sustainable steel gondola railcar. Utilizing high-strength, lighter-weight steel, these gondolas will reduce unloaded weight by up to 15,000 pounds, extending their lifecycle to 50 years. Norfolk Southern plans to purchase 800 of these gondolas, which promise improved energy efficiency, lower emissions, and greater freight capacity. This collaboration aims to modernize North America's aging railcar fleet and promote environmentally friendly freight transportation.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced CEO James A. Squires' retirement effective May 1, 2022. Alan H. Shaw, currently Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, will succeed him. Squires highlighted the company's strong performance and value creation, citing over $30 billion in increased shareholder value during his tenure. Shaw, a veteran with 27 years at Norfolk Southern, aims to enhance service and operational efficiency. The transition aims for a smooth leadership change, ensuring continued strategic focus and innovation.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) will present at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference 2021 on December 1 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Key executives include Mark R. George, Chief Financial Officer, and Alan H. Shaw, Chief Marketing Officer. The presentation will be accessible via webcast, and details will be posted on the company's investor relations website. Norfolk Southern is a leading transportation company, serving 22 states and the District of Columbia, facilitating economic growth through reliable shipping solutions.
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) inaugurated its new 750,000-square-foot headquarters in Midtown Atlanta on November 10, 2021. The event featured prominent officials including Governor Brian P. Kemp and Senator Raphael Warnock. The headquarters aims to enhance collaboration and innovation, housing 3,000 of the company's 19,000 employees. Designed with sustainability in mind, the building aspires to achieve LEED Gold certification and includes modern amenities such as fitness centers and daycare facilities. Norfolk Southern continues to play a crucial role in the U.S. freight transportation sector.
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