CSX (NASDAQ:CSX) is a leading North American rail-based transportation company that provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services. Through its extensive network, CSX transports a wide range of products including forest products, agricultural commodities, chemicals, automotive parts, metals and construction materials. The company’s integrated logistics solutions are designed to meet the needs of diverse industries, offering door-to-door delivery and supply chain visibility tools.
Formed in 1980 through the merger of Chessie System and Seaboard Coast Line Industries, CSX adopted its current name in 1986 and has since focused on modernizing its operations and expanding service capabilities. Over the decades, the company has invested in track infrastructure, terminal enhancements and locomotive technology to improve safety and efficiency. This evolution has allowed CSX to support growing intermodal volumes and adapt to changing customer demands.
CSX’s rail network spans approximately 21,000 route miles across 23 states east of the Mississippi River, as well as select routes into Canada. The company’s intermodal terminals and supporting drayage services connect shippers to major U.S. ports and key inland markets. CSX also offers specialized unit-train service for bulk commodities and dedicated customer trains for high-volume industrial customers, enabling reliable scheduling and capacity planning.
Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, CSX is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Jim Foote. The leadership team emphasizes operational excellence, innovation and sustainability, with ongoing programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance fuel efficiency and deploy advanced signaling and dispatch technologies. Through these initiatives, CSX aims to deliver value and reliability to customers while advancing safety and environmental stewardship.
