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First and Last Mile: Cannon Moss on Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line's Legacy and Challenges

Join Cannon Moss, President and GM of the Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line, as he shares insights on the Class III terminal switching railroad, established in 1897. With headquarters in Portsmouth, VA, and 35 miles of track, it navigates community dynamics in Hampton Roads. In 2011, 24,251 cars were handled, showcasing significant growth and a commitment to safety, evidenced by seven consecutive Jake Awards. However, challenges persist, including government regulations, limited expansion, and maintaining bridges critical for trade and transport.

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First and Last Mile: Cannon Moss on Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line's Legacy and Challenges

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  1. The First and Last Mile Cannon Moss President & GM Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line March 15, 2012

  2. Who We Are • Class III Terminal Switching Railroad founded in 1897 • Corporate headquarters in Portsmouth, VA • Own 35 miles of track with an additional 27 miles of trackage rights • Jointly owned by NS & CSX • Operate in the Hampton Roads, Virginia communities of Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Norfolk

  3. Our Business • Handled 24,251 cars in 2011 (+2.6%) • Bulk Products • Grain, Ethanol & Chemicals • Award our 7th straight Jake Award for Safety • Last five have been with distinction

  4. Issues We Face • Government Regulation • Urban Environment • 51 road crossings, 24 of them public • No room for expansion • Mainline Bridge • First bridge on the southern branch of the Elizabeth River (Inland Waterway System). • International Markets • Work closely with customers and the Virginia Port Authority

  5. Grants • Virginia Rail Preservation Grant • Virginia Rail Industrial Access Grant • Rail Enhancement Fund • Aid to Local Ports Grant • Highway-rail Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Program • Tiger II • Homeland Security Grants

  6. Thank you

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