A freight railroad refers to a type of railroad that primarily carries goods and cargo instead of passengers. It is used to transport large quantities of products, materials, and goods from one location to another. Full definition
A railroad industry professional with more than 45 years of experience, Mr. Batory is widely respected, having worked successfully for small and large rail carriers across the U.S. Prior to his nomination to serve as Administrator, Batory was President & Chief Operating Officer of Conrail, the eighth largest freight railroad in America from 2004 until his retirement in April 2017. (transportation.gov)
But the company also is the outright owner of BNSF Railway, the second largest freight railroad network in North America, as well as some other companies you may have heard of, including Dairy Queen and Fruit of the Loom. (marketwatch.com)
An association of major freight railroads in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, Amtrak, and several short line holding companies committed to keeping the railroads of North America safe, fast, efficient, clean, technologically advances, and secure. (transportation.gov)