Regional Rail and CSX – A Strong Short Line Partnership

April 15, 2026 — CSX recently highlighted its continued and growing partnership with Regional Rail, a short line holding company operating 17 railroads across the United States and Western Canada. This collaboration underscores the vital role short line railroads play in extending the CSX network, allowing both companies to deliver seamless and exceptional transportation solutions to a broader customer base.

Short line railroads like Regional Rail connect directly to the CSX system. These partnerships allow CSX to reach more markets and ensure reliable service across the entire supply chain. Regional Rail supports this shared mission through its diverse operations, which feature freight services, transloading, and industrial development. These comprehensive services make the company a key player in connecting local businesses to the national rail network.

The partnership effectively blends expansive reach with dedicated local expertise. Ryan Higgins, CSX Vice President of Sales and Marketing-Industrial Products, emphasized the strength of this connection. "The CSX–Regional Rail partnership is a great example of how Class I railroads and short lines can collaborate to leverage both the power of national reach and a local touch to drive growth," Higgins said. 

Deep collaboration and shared insights drive the ongoing success of this relationship. Mark Meyer, Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Regional Rail’s Southern District, shared his perspective on the teamwork. "CSX has been a very close ally of ours for a lot of years," Meyer noted. "What I value most is the market intelligence we share with the marketing team. That feedback helps me better understand markets I’m not an expert in and align with CSX’s goals to identify mutually beneficial business opportunities."

Together, CSX and Regional Rail look forward to continuing their shared success in serving customers and driving growth across the rail industry.