(RailAmerica issued the following news release on January 9.)
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Gary O. Marino, RailAmerica Chairman, President & CEO, today announced the appointment of Michael “Scott” Linn as Senior Vice President North American Rail Group – Eastern Corridor. In this position, Mr. Linn will oversee the rail operations of 26 of RailAmerica’s railroads, which operate 4100 miles in 15 states and 3 Canadian provinces, and employ over 900 people. In 2003, the Eastern Corridor railroads transported approximately 758,000 carloads. Mr. Linn, who has over 21 years of railroad experience, was previously RailAmerica’s Vice President of Engineering. Mr. Linn fills the position vacated by Joe Conklin, who was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in November of last year.
“I am pleased to announce Scott’s promotion to this position. Scott’s vast experience and his leadership skills will enable him to successfully carryout the operational initiatives of the Eastern Corridor railroads,” said Mr. Marino. “Scott has been with RailAmerica for over 3 years and his familiarity with these railroads, the employees and the customers they serve make him an ideal leader for this position.”
Joe Conklin, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer said, “In addition to his experience, Scott has a proven track record of generating new and innovative ideas. We look forward to his future contributions to the growth and strategic positioning of RailAmerica’s Eastern Corridor. We are honored to announce his promotion.”
Mr. Linn joined RailAmerica in October 2000 from Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) and its predecessor railroads where he served for 18 years. Mr. Linn held a variety of positions, including Trainmaster, Superintendent of MOW Scheduling, Director of South American Operations for Metrovias & Trenes de Buenos Aires, Maintenance Engineer and Division Engineer.
RailAmerica, Inc. is the world’s largest short line and regional railroad operator with 49 railroads operating approximately 17,700 miles in the United States, Canada, Australia, Chile and Argentina, including track access arrangements. The Company is a member of the Russell 2000(R) Index. Its website may be found at http://www.railamerica.com.