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track for outbound trains that are unloaded
and returning empty to the mines.
“Our location is right next to Interstate
95 near the center of Baltimore,” said
Marsh, adding that safety and steward-
ship are both key components of the
company’s culture. “Some people think
this type of facility is incommensurate
within an urban landscape, but we have
received tremendous support from the
City of Baltimore and the Maryland Port
Administration and we go far beyond
compliance with regulations to be good
neighbors.”
MPA Executive Director James J.
White has appreciated CNX's efforts.
"Under Chris Marsh's guidance, CNX has
championed safety in the workplace,
which has led to a reduced number of
injuries as well as operating costs,” said
White. “Chris is a welcome addition to the
Port of Baltimore community."
Two Class One railroads serve the
Port of Baltimore and both are integral
partners with the coal terminals. Norfolk
Southern has responded to the increase
in traffic by adding 1,500 new railcars to
carry coal. These cars have an increased
capacity of 118 tons per car. The railroad
is also deploying AC locomotives, which
are ideally suited to coal transport.
Norfolk Southern’s Mark Bower
noted that it is essential that the railroad
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