In an October 1 LinkedIn post, Primus asserted that his removal "threatens the economic balance needed to keep our national freight rail network functioning properly."

California High-Speed Rail Authority spokesperson Micah Flores called USDOT's decision "unlawful and unwarranted," and vowed to take "imminent legal action" to block federal efforts to redirect the money.

On this bonus episode of The SupplyChainBrain Podcast, SupplyChainBrain editor-in-chief Bob Bowman speaks with Mario Cordero, chief executive officer of the Port of Long Beach. 

CSX’s leadership shakeup comes as activist investor group Ancora Holdings presses for better results and a merger plan to keep pace with competitors.

The initiative will aim to improve compliance, reduce inefficiencies and strengthen the rail workforce, while giving students meaningful experience in shaping the future of U.S. rail freight.

The proposed merger, which would create a massive single railroad company controlling shipments across the continental U.S., is currently being weighed by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board

The logistics upgrade is expected to improve civilian access and reduce response times during emergencies, including natural disasters or military mobilizations.

In a post to LinkedIn, Primus described the move as "troubling and legally invalid," and vowed to explore legal options to challenge his firing.

While 15 countries have granted postponements to the September 1 implementation of EU ICS2 ENS for road and rail, 12 have not.

One labor group warned that the merger would create a duopoly that would lead to higher freight costs, fewer service options and less competition.