by RJDC85
johnpbarlow wrote: ↑Sat Dec 18, 2021 6:49 am Parties who have said they will speak at STB's public oral hearings on January 13, 2022:Thank you for passing along those who will be speaking in favor. Interested to see what NHCR would be stating regarding these benefits.
In favor:
- NHDOT: will discuss the Department’s support for this proposed transaction and the benefits to rail service in NH
- Cushman Lumber: will discuss growth opportunities from improved service, noting access to both PAS & NECR
- Law Logistics: will discuss the benefits of CSX taking over operations from Springfield Terminal Railway
- NH Central RR: will discuss the benefits of B&/G&W RR taking over operations from Springfield Terminal Railway and the partnership with Genesee & Wyoming to grow their business
- Maine DOT: will address Maine's support for the approval of the transaction, letter agreements with CSX and support from Maine's businesses, rail shippers and Passenger Rail Authority
- Boston Sand & Gravel: will discuss the importance of rail operations for BSG's supply chain, its railroad subsidiary New Hampshire North Coast, and the new opportunities made possible by CSX's takeover of operations from Springfield Terminal Railway