First they cut the employees than they cut the formen since there will be less people to manage. Than they will restructure all the jobs including management. All while storing locomotives to save fuel and repair (less locomotives means less... — read more 

I was one to get furloughed this morning but after thinking it over, I’m not worried at all. I know our union will come together and disallow these actions Norfolk Southern is bestowing on us. Guys just wait, we’ll have our job back by next week... — read more 

2 laborers furloughed this morning in Birmingham

47 at RLS 20 at SCX RLS 28 Mach 9 Elec 5 PF 3 Laborers 2 BM SCX 9 Elec 6 Mach 3 Laborers 2 PF

3 more gone

Only a matter of time before they shut Conway down.

Hearing 107 from central division couple posts I’ve seen are car shop hits

Just seen an email about more layoffs tomorrow, Monday the 6th. Anyone heard anything?

Adrian, what are you hearing? Any good info to share? Heard that something big is coming

Just was told to expect more cuts this upcoming week

Just curious as to if the Juniata paint shop is still open or did they close it like they did the Chattanooga paint shop?

so why is NS stock so much higher than CSX when both have a PE around 18 times evaluation? i don’t get it. my guess is investors greed and when we are done paying dividends to the NS machine the house of cards will fall. my guess is around $215. PE... — read more 

You guys are all fired up for the upcoming year

C&S department had a conference call with Labor Relations yesterday, resulting in 140 jobs being abolished Jan 2nd. Getting closer to that magic number NS wants

A weight has been lifted off my family now

Next big round of layoffs slated for 12/30 with a few shops and yards closings to allow ns to have a fresh start for the 1st quarter of 2020

Conway slated to close beginning of the year. Have your resumes ready!

Roanoke slated to close beginning of the year. Have your resumes ready!

A reliable source has let me know that Conway is to receive engine rebuilds from Juniata. Calling at least 40 furloughed back in February.

Any info on what’s going to be happening in Roanoke this coming week? Hearing something about a meeting the beginning of the week.

Rumor has it NS will no longer be testing for m-r-j-a-a. They’re following in the footsteps on MLB.

Been laid off from NS for a couple of months now. Can I still be able to put in for vacation for 2020? I have 3 weeks due and would like to get paid for them the first three weeks of the year, since I will probably never get called back to work.

Heard from a reliable source Conway is closing January 1st.

Understand Signal department has cuts coming Next Monday 12/16/19 in the Southeast.

Anyone who applied for RR Unemployment, how long did it take to first receive your money after you applied? Thanks

Lol the union wants me to pay laid off dues to keep current on the roster. Current on a roster that I will most likely never be active again. Even when your not in the picture they want you to pay. FOR WHAT? It’s the machinist union. They can pound... — read more 

25 dc to ac 25 cab upgrades 130 truck jobs 89 overhauls 5 ecos

Norfolk Southern is NOT participating in any Holiday food drive, toys for tots collections, Monetary collections for local food banks. They are showing their true colors to the communities that support them by turning their greedy backs on the... — read more 

Is there any layoffs planned for 2020?

Guess all those that tried to stir up trouble with their stupid, insensitive, and obviously FALSE rumors are going to have go back to the drawing board again. I truly hope that if you're one of them you're the one who actually gets furloughed if and... — read more 

That IAM . Is a corporation. It does not care about you As a railroad worker.. It represents many other aspects of the working society. It’s time to tell the union that you don’t want to pay dues anymore! Make them aware that they are not working... — read more 

Nice knowing you guys

Wasn't the big day afterall!. Hard to believe the posters got that wrong! (Again)

I was furloughed and sat down with the RRB. I encourage everyone who is concerned about being furloughed or questioning their future in general on the railroad to sit with the RRB. They will pull up your profile and show you the amount you will be... — read more 

Get ready for round 3!!

Just heard the bad news