Norfolk Southern board of directors elects Richard Anderson as chair

Leadership Changes - Norfolk Southern Corporation has appointed Richard H. Anderson as the independent chair of the board, effective immediately [1][2] - Anderson has a strong background, having served as CEO of Delta Air Lines, President of Optum Health, CEO of Northwest Airlines, and President and CEO of Amtrak [1] - Jack Huffard has been appointed as chair of the Compensation and Talent Management Committee [2] Board Composition - The board has agreed to reduce its size to 12 members, with remaining committee chairs continuing in their existing positions [2] - Anderson has been on Norfolk Southern's board since May 2024 and has contributed valuable business insights [3] Company Performance and Strategy - The President and CEO of Norfolk Southern, Mark George, expressed confidence in Anderson's leadership to advance strategic priorities and deliver long-term value [3] - Anderson noted the company's strong performance and commitment to safety and efficiency during his tenure on the board [3] Company Overview - Norfolk Southern operates a 22-state freight transportation network and has been in operation since 1827 [4] - The company helps customers avoid approximately 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by utilizing rail transport [4] - Norfolk Southern delivers around 7 million carloads annually and has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S. [4]