13 companies earn Norfolk Southern’s top sustainability honors

The fourth annual Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards recognize innovation, stewardship

ATLANTA, Dec. 8, 2025 – Norfolk Southern (NYSE: NSC) today announced the recipients of its fourth annual Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards. These awards recognize NS customers and suppliers who are leading the way in the areas of energy efficiency, innovation and environmental stewardship.

Thirteen companies received this year’s honor. They are:
 

A cross-departmental team from Norfolk Southern reviewed applications for measurable progress throughout 2025. Winners were selected based on their program's novelty, relevance and impact.

Why it matters: Rail is the most efficient and sustainable way to transport goods over land and is a vital component of a low-carbon supply chain. However, Norfolk Southern understands it is not alone, and the Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards seek to recognize and honor its incredible partners while working toward a shared goal of an efficient, environmentally friendly supply chain.

The big picture: Over the last four years, Norfolk Southern has recognized 38 different companies across the three categories. Among the companies recognized, 11 have received recognition more than once with Outokumpu Stainless USA, Schneider and Wabtec Corporation leading the way with four awards each. Outokumpu has been recognized each year since the inaugural year in 2022.

What they’re saying:

“Each of these partners is helping raise the bar for what a more sustainable supply chain can look like. Their commitment to efficiency, innovation and environmental stewardship strengthens the work we’re doing together and helps move the entire freight ecosystem forward. We’re proud to recognize their leadership, and we look forward to building on this progress as we continue driving meaningful, measurable change across the transportation industry.” — Josh Raglin, NS Chief Sustainability Officer

“These awards highlight the incredible work our customers and suppliers are doing to make sustainability a reality in the supply chain. Their efforts show that environmental responsibility and business performance go hand in hand. We’re proud to collaborate with partners who share our vision for delivering value in a way that benefits both the economy and the environment.”
— Ed Elkins, NS Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer

“We’re honored to be recognized by Norfolk Southern for innovation. The TERC Platform was built to give companies a practical path to reduce transportation emissions, and this award affirms the impact our partners are making across the supply chain. Decarbonizing heavy-duty transport requires new thinking and strong collaboration, and we’re proud to help advance solutions that move the industry toward a lower-carbon future.” — Brian Simpson, Eco-Energy Chief Marketing Officer

“Sustainability isn't a buzzword for us; it’s the blueprint for innovation. Our partnership with Norfolk Southern is proving how advanced technology and responsible operations can directly benefit the communities we serve and make the entire rail network stronger.” — Gina Trombley, Wabtec Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Chief Commercial Officer – Americas

"We’re proud to be recognized by Norfolk Southern as an Innovation Award recipient as part of their annual Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards. Outokumpu’s sustainability leadership is central to our strategy, and expanding rail transport supports both our sustainability goals and a more resilient supply chain – ultimately strengthening the reliability we offer our customers. This recognition also reflects the strength of our collaboration with Norfolk Southern and reinforces our ambition to drive responsible solutions across the value chain.” — Paulus Pörhölä, Outokumpu, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Business Area Americas

Winners will be celebrated at an event in February at Norfolk Southern’s Atlanta headquarters.

To learn more about Norfolk Southern’s commitment to sustainability, click here.

About Norfolk Southern  

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE​: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a 22-state freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid approximately 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver approximately 7​ million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S. It serves a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as major ports across the Gulf Coast and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.  

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