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businessenvironment1 year ago•1 min saved

Norfolk Southern Settles for $310M Over Ohio Train Derailment

Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay over $310 million to settle claims and cover costs from last year's hazardous materials train derailment in Ohio, and will invest $200 million in safety upgrades. The settlement includes a $15 million civil penalty, the maximum allowed by law, but the railroad does not admit liability and won't face criminal charges. Some residents affected by the derailment feel the penalties are insufficient given the company's profits.

via Newser|

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businessenvironment1 year ago•5 min saved

Norfolk Southern Settles for $310M Over East Palestine Derailment

Norfolk Southern will pay a $15 million fine and over $500 million for safety improvements and community health concerns as part of a federal settlement over last year's derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Residents feel the settlement is insufficient, given the company's profits and the CEO's compensation. The agreement includes funds for cleanup, health exams, and water monitoring, but does not address potential long-term health issues. The settlement precedes the National Transportation Safety Board's report on the derailment's cause, expected in June.

via The Associated Press|

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businessenvironment1 year ago•5 min saved

Norfolk Southern Settles Ohio Derailment for $310M, Faces $15M Fine

Norfolk Southern will pay a $15 million fine and over $500 million for safety improvements and community health concerns following last year's derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. The settlement, which includes no criminal charges, has left many residents feeling it is insufficient. The railroad has already spent $780 million on cleanup and $107 million in aid, and it will continue to invest in safety measures. The National Transportation Safety Board's investigation into the derailment's cause is still ongoing.

via ABC News|

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transportation2 years ago•5 min saved

Regulators Criticize Norfolk Southern's Safety Standards Following Ohio Derailment

Norfolk Southern, a major freight railroad, has been criticized by federal regulators for its safety culture following a train derailment, fire, and toxic chemical spill near an Ohio town. The Federal Railroad Administration's report highlighted poor communication and mistrust between employees and managers, questioning the adequacy of the company's training. The agency emphasized the need for a safety-focused culture and operations in the industry. Norfolk Southern is collaborating with workers to address the findings and has committed to making improvements. The agency plans to conduct similar safety culture reviews at other major freight railroads. Proposed legislation to improve safety in the industry has stalled in Congress.

via The Associated Press|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Rail safety measures face opposition and criticism from conservative groups and officials.

A coalition of conservative groups is opposing a bipartisan rail safety bill introduced by lawmakers after a freight train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed in Ohio in February. The Railway Safety Act of 2023 aims to set new safety requirements and procedures for trains carrying hazardous materials, strengthen inspection standards, and increase fines for safety violations. The conservative groups argue that the bill would create inefficiencies for businesses and give the Transportation Department too much authority. However, several advocacy groups and President Biden have expressed support for the bill.

via Axios|

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