NICHOLASVILLE, Ky—R. J. Corman Railroad Company is excited to announce a new relationship with National Cement Company of Alabama, Inc. (NCC of AL). This collaboration will see NCC of AL shipping cement to its new location in Lebanon, Tennessee, which is rail-served by R. J. Corman Railroad Company’s Nashville & Eastern Line (NERR). The inbound cement shipment originates in Ragland, Alabama, and interchanges with the NERR via CSX.

R. J. Corman is pleased to announce that its 75,000-square-foot distribution center in Clarksville, Tennessee, is transitioning to a new client - an industry leader in paper products beginning in September. This transition is a testament to R. J. Corman's ability to adapt to its customers' changing needs and provide the highest level of service to its clients. 

R. J. Corman is committed to providing continued growth and improvement for its customers. Seeing a great opportunity, R. J. Corman presented an idea to L&W Supply in Myrtle Beach, SC, to build a 520 feet rail spur connecting its facilities to R. J. Corman’s Carolina Lines (RJCS.) 

These facilities are only a few of the 200+ branches L&W Supply has nationwide. L&W is the nation’s largest distributor of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, fasteners, and other building products. 

Nestled in Woodburn, Kentucky, the R. J. Corman South Union Distribution Center stands apart from the typical multi-client facility. Here, a unique and dedicated service model thrives, catering exclusively to the needs of a single client through a full-facility consignment model with our customers: Logan Aluminum. This strong partnership allows R. J. Corman's Distribution Center's team to tailor its operations entirely to Logan Aluminum's requirements, fostering a seamless flow of materials that keeps its production line going.

In 2022, R. J. Corman Railroad Switching Company, LLC, a subsidiary of R. J. Corman Railroad Group, was awarded a contract to provide a chemical company with switching services for its operations in Westlake, Louisiana.

R. J. Corman Railroad Company Pennsylvania Lines (RJCP) continues to be a major player in the region's rail industry, driving growth and fostering strong customer relationships. This past year saw significant achievements fueled by strategic planning, capital investments, and dedication to operational excellence.  The RJCP's commitment to customer success is evident in its partnerships with Rosebud Mining Company and RES Coal. 

After multiple years of arduous work, the R. J. Corman Signaling wiring shop has completed an impressive project. They have diligently wired 185 cases for the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) through JJD Electric. SEPTA is the regional public transportation authority that operates services for nearly 4 million people in five counties in and around Philadelphia, PA. 

On the night of March 2nd and into the morning of March 3rd, 2020, Severe storms and tornadoes plowed through central Tennessee, including the city of Nashville. The storms caused casualties, many people were injured, thousands experienced power outages, hundreds of buildings were wrecked, and debris was scattered everywhere. Amid this destruction, R. J. Corman crews stepped up to provide essential storm clean-up and restore rail transportation systems operations.    

In early to mid-July 2023, Vermont and neighboring states experienced a devastating natural disaster known now by the National Weather Service as the Great Vermont Floods. The most widespread and significant flood damage occurred because of prolonged heavy rainfall of 3 to 9 inches within 48 hours on July 10th-11th on top of already-saturated ground from previous storms.

On Friday, June 23, a major storm system was moving across Nebraska and Wyoming. The Cheyenne Office of the National Weather Service said that eight tornadoes of varied intensity hit Wyoming and the western Nebraska Panhandle. One of these tornadoes caused a derailment near Wright, Wyoming, on a Class I line. They called R. J. Corman Railroad Service’s Emergency team to respond to the derailment of 25 cars.