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# Guardian Rail

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## Posts

- [Guardian Rail News](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-news/) - Guardian Rail press releases are published here. Stay up to date with the company news.
- [Belpre Industrial Parkersburg Railroad Receives $6.9 million Grant Award](https://www.guardianrail.com/belpre-industrial-parkersburg-railroad-receives-6-9-million-grant-award/) - The Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant will be used toward the $8.6 million BIP Railroad Regional Connectivity Improvements Project COLUMBUS, OHIO – October 25, 2024 — Guardian Rail (“Guardian”) is honored to announce that it has been awarded a $6.9 million CRISI grant for the $8.6 million BIP Railroad Regional Connectivity Improvements
- [Guardian Rail Names Derek Kissick as Chief Commercial Officer](https://www.guardianrail.com/derek-kissick-chief-commercial-officer-guardian-rail/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Guardian Rail Welcomes Back Derek Kissick as Chief Commercial Officer November 17, 2025 — Guardian Rail is pleased to announce that Derek Kissick has rejoined the company as Chief Commercial Officer. In this newly created role, Kissick will lead the organization’s commercial strategy, overseeing sales, marketing, and customer engagement initiatives to drive
- [Cathcart Rail Unveils Bold New Identity as Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/cathcart-rail-unveils-bold-new-identity-as-guardian-rail/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cathcart Rail Unveils Bold New Identity as Guardian Rail: New Name and Logo Reinforce Commitment to Quality, Integrity, and Trust October 27, 2025 — Cathcart Rail, a leading provider of freight rail services across North America, proudly announces its transition to a new name and identity: Guardian Rail. This rebrand reflects the
- [Guardian Rail Appoints Scott Driggers as CEO, Plans Brand Reveal](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-appoints-scott-driggers-as-ceo-plans-brand-reveal/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Guardian Rail Announces CEO Transition and Signals Plans to Unveil a New Brand Identity October 13, 2025 — Guardian Rail is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Driggers as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 2, 2025. Driggers succeeds Jeff Chick. With more than 25 years of distinguished experience in the rail
- [Guardian Rail Acquires Appalachian Railcar Services; Star America Increases Investment in Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-acquires-appalachian-railcar-services-star-america-increases-investment-in-guardian-rail/) - NEW YORK, NEW YORK – December 14, 2020 — Guardian Rail (Guardian) has acquired Appalachian Railcar Services (ARS), creating one of the largest railcar services companies in North America. Guardian, a freight rail services and transportation company, now offers a broad range of services, including freight and tank car contract repair, repair agent services, railcar
- [Star America Invests in Guardian Rail, Forms Strategic Alliance for Future Rail Opportunities](https://www.guardianrail.com/star-america-invests-in-guardian-rail-forms-strategic-alliance-for-future-rail-opportunities/) - NEW YORK, NEW YORK – September 2, 2020 — Star America Infrastructure Partners, LLC (together with its related persons, Star America), a subsidiary of Tikehau Capital, a European listed asset management and investment group, is pleased to announce that Star America has made a strategic investment in Guardian Rail, LLC (Guardian), a freight rail services and
- [Appalachian Railcar Services Acquires Progress Rail’s Amarillo, Texas Repair Facility](https://www.guardianrail.com/appalachian-railcar-services-acquires-progress-rails-amarillo-texas-repair-facility/) - Acquisition adds UP/BNSF-served facility to tank car repair network COLUMBUS, OHIO – January 4, 2020 — Appalachian Railcar Services (“ARS”) has acquired the Amarillo railcar repair facility (“Amarillo”) from Progress Rail. ARS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Guardian Rail (“Guardian”), is one of the largest railcar repair companies in the U.S., and this facility complements the
- [Appalachian Railcar Services Assumes Operation of Alliance, Nebraska Repair & Storage Facility](https://www.guardianrail.com/appalachian-railcar-services-assumes-operation-of-alliance-nebraska-repair-storage-facility/) - Facility provides additional unit train repair services and 1,000 car storage capacity COLUMBUS, OHIO – January 6, 2021 — Appalachian Railcar Services (“ARS”) has assumed operation of the Alliance railcar repair and storage facility (“Alliance”). ARS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Guardian Rail (“Guardian”), is one of the largest railcar repair companies in the U.S., and
- [Southeastern Ohio Port Authority Partners with the Belpre Industrial Parkersburg Railroad to Acquire Former AEP Muskingum River Site in Waterford, OH for Rail-Centric Development](https://www.guardianrail.com/southeastern-ohio-port-authority-partners-with-the-belpre-industrial-parkersburg-railroad-to-acquire-former-aep-muskingum-river-site-in-waterford-oh-for-rail-centric-development/) - Rail-served site provides access to abundant electricity, natural gas, and process water for future industrial development. The Southeastern Ohio Port Authority (SeOPA), in partnership with the Belpre Industrial Parkersburg Railroad (BIP), a company of Guardian Rail, has purchased the 165-acre site of the former American Electric Power (AEP) Muskingum River Plant in western Washington County,
- [Guardian Rail Completes Acquisition of the Railcar Repair Business of The Andersons, Inc.; Adds Nuveen as Equity Stakeholder](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-completes-acquisition-of-the-railcar-repair-business-of-the-andersons-inc-adds-nuveen-as-equity-stakeholder/) - Acquisition creates the largest coast-to-coast railcar services network in the industry COLUMBUS, OHIO – July 8, 2022 – Guardian Rail (Guardian) has completed its previously announced acquisition of the railcar repair business of The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE). Additionally, Guardian is pleased to welcome Nuveen, a leading global investment manager with over $1.2 trillion of
- [Guardian Rail Receives ACG Columbus 2022 Deal of the Year Award](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-receives-acg-columbus-2022-deal-of-the-year-award/) - The company was honored at the 2022 Annual Awards Gala held on October 13, 2022 COLUMBUS, OHIO – October 14, 2022 Guardian Rail (Guardian) received the Association of Corporate Growth (ACG) Columbus 2022 Deal of the Year Award for its acquisition of The Andersons railcar repair business and concurrent debt and equity recapitalizations. Combined with
- [Guardian Rail Launches Cornhusker Railroad](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-launches-cornhusker-railroad/) - New 27-mile shortline railroad provides BNSF and Union Pacific access in central Nebraska COLUMBUS, OHIO – December 1, 2021 — Guardian Rail (“Guardian”) has launched the 27-mile Cornhusker Railroad (“CNRR”) in Grand Island, Nebraska and Hastings, Nebraska, with each branch offering dual BNSF and Union Pacific access. Guardian is one of the largest rail services
- [Guardian Rail Enters Into Agreement to Purchase the Railcar Repair Business of The Andersons, Inc.](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-enters-into-agreement-to-purchase-the-railcar-repair-business-of-the-andersons-inc/) - Acquisition creates the largest coast-to-coast railcar services network in the industry COLUMBUS, OHIO – May 3, 2022 Guardian Rail announces it has signed an agreement to purchase the railcar repair business of The Andersons, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANDE). The purchase is expected to close this summer. “The Andersons railcar repair network aligns perfectly with Guardian Rail’s
- [Guardian’s Matt McLaughlin Recognized a Railway Age 2024 Fast Tracker](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardians-matt-mclaughlin-recognized-a-railway-age-2024-fast-tracker/) - COLUMBUS, OHIO – January 12, 2024 – Guardian Rail’s own Matt McLaughlin was announced as a Railway Age 2024 Fast Tracker Honoree. This annual award recognizes 25 rising stars under the age of 40 in the rail industry. McLaughlin, who serves as Vice President of Business Development for Guardian Rail, leads the business development and
- [Secretary Buttigieg Visits Cornhusker Railroad in Grand Island, Nebraska; Announces $15.2 million Grant Award](https://www.guardianrail.com/secretary-buttigieg-visits-cornhusker-railroad-in-grand-island-nebraska-announces-15-2-million-grant-award/) - The Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant will be used toward the $19 million Cornhusker Railroad Regional Connectivity Project Guardian Rail (“Guardian”) was honored to host Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg, and other local dignitaries, on Monday, September 25, 2023 at Guardian’s Cornhusker Railroad (“Cornhusker”) located in Grand Island, Nebraska. Guardian’s Chairman and
- [The Indiana Rail Road Partners with Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/the-indiana-rail-road-partners-with-guardian-rail/) - Guardian Rail’s mechanical approach will further enhance safety efforts across the railroad The Indiana Rail Road (INRD) has partnered with Guardian Rail (Guardian) for handling of its railcar interchange inspection and repair needs across its 500-mile footprint. Guardian provides these services, in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) standards,
- [Central Oregon & Pacific Railroad Partners with Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/central-oregon-pacific-railroad-partners-with-guardian-rail/) - Guardian Rail’s mechanical services will enhance safety efforts and improve customer support DOWNLOAD COLUMBUS, OHIO – June 24, 2024 — The Central Oregon & Pacific Railroad (CORP) has partnered with Guardian Rail (Guardian) for handling of its railcar inspection and repair needs across its 362-mile footprint. Guardian provides these services across CORP’s major yards in
- [Guardian's Connie Vail Recognized as 2024 Women in Rail Honoree](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardians-connie-vail-recognized-as-2024-women-in-rail-honoree/) - COLUMBUS, OHIO – October 17, 2024 – Guardian Rail’s own Connie Vail was announced as a 2024 Women in Rail honoree this month. Vail, who has been with Guardian since February, 2020, serves as Vice President of Rail Operations and leads our three shortline railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. This is the eighth
- [Guardian Rail Announces Agreement to Provide Running Repairs for Portland & Western Railroad](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-announces-agreement-to-provide-running-repairs-for-portland-western-railroad/) - Columbus, OH – January 29, 2025 — In December, Guardian Rail became the running repair agent for car inspection and mechanical services across Portland & Western Railroad’s (PNWR) 478-mile footprint. With a team of 13 carmen and site and regional managers, Guardian Rail handles car inspections and repair of FRA and AAR defects at all
- [BIP Receives Railway Age 2021 Honorable Mention for Short Line Railroad of the Year](https://www.guardianrail.com/bip-receives-railway-age-2021-honorable-mention-for-short-line-railroad-of-the-year/) - From Railway Age: Railway Age is recognizing the R.J. Corman Railroad Company/Memphis Line (RJCM) as its Short Line Railroad of the Year, and Lake State Railroad (LSRC) as its Regional Railroad of the Year for 2021. The Belpre Industrial Parkersburg (BIP) Railroad and Grenada Railroad each earned a Short Line Honorable Mention. The awards will

## Pages

- [Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/) - Guardian Rail is a private freight rail platform focused on the acquisition, operation, and growth of rail services and transportation companies.
- [Rail Services](https://www.guardianrail.com/services/rail-services/) - With more than 110 locations across 30 American states, Guardian Rail's wide range of rail services are designed to keep your railcars in revenue service.
- [Repair Facilities](https://www.guardianrail.com/services/repair-facilities/) - Railcar owners trust Guardian Rail's repair facilitites for dependable, on-time repair services across 30 American states.
- [Field Services](https://www.guardianrail.com/services/field-services/) - When you need field services like mobile repair, more railcar owners rely on Guardian Rail. With a network spanning 30 states, Guardian Rail gets the job done.
- [About Guardian Rail](https://www.guardianrail.com/about-guardian-rail/) - Founded in February 2016, Guardian Rail operates across several rail verticals employing nearly 1000 people in 30 states.
- [Rail Operations](https://www.guardianrail.com/rail-operations/) - Guardian Rail provides rail operations in select locations, including three short lines owned by the firm, plus contract locations.
- [Locations](https://www.guardianrail.com/locations/) - With more than 110 locations across 30 states, Guardian Rail is America's leading railcar service provider.
- [Careers](https://www.guardianrail.com/careers/) - Explore career opportunities at the nation's largest railcar services provider network, Guardian Rail.
- [Guardian Rail Team](https://www.guardianrail.com/guardian-rail-team/) - The leadership team of Guardian Rail is headed up by Casey and Thomas Guardian, co-founders of the company.
- [Internal landing page](https://www.guardianrail.com/internal-landing-page/) - Welcome to Guardian Rail Our Next Chapter As of today, Guardian Rail has officially become Guardian Rail. This is more than a new name and logo; it’s a commitment to our clients, our industry, and each other. Our new identity reflects the core of who we are: dependable, proactive, and forward-moving. Why the Change? What
- [Cornhusker Railroad](https://www.guardianrail.com/rail-operations/cornhusker-railroad/) - The Cornhusker Railroad is a short line operating between Grand Island and Hastings, Nebraska. It is owned by Guardian Rail.
- [Belpre Industrial Parkersburg Railroad](https://www.guardianrail.com/rail-operations/belpre-industrial-parkersburg-railroad/) - Belpre Industrial Parkersburg Railroad is a short line in Parkersburg, West Virginia, owned by Guardian Rail.
- [Industrial Development](https://www.guardianrail.com/industrial-development/) - Explore Guardian Rail real estate opportunities at key locations across our nationwide network of locations.
- [Services](https://www.guardianrail.com/services/) - Guardian Rail offers a wide range of services to the rail industry, including contract repair, field services, rail operations and more.
- [Bucyrus Industrial Railroad](https://www.guardianrail.com/rail-operations/bucyrus-industrial-railroad/) - The Bucyrus Industrial Railroad is a short line railroad owned and operated by Guardian Rail. The line is located in Bucyrus, Ohio.
- [Map Pilot](https://www.guardianrail.com/map-pilot/) - GUARDIAN RAIL LOCATIONS GUARDIAN RAIL HAS MORE THAN 60 LOCATIONS IN 23 STATES
- [Employment Verification](https://www.guardianrail.com/employment-verification/) - Founded in February 2016, Guardian Rail operates across several rail verticals employing nearly 1000 people in 30 states.
- [Test](https://www.guardianrail.com/test/)

## Downloads

- [Cathcart Rail Safety Book E-Catalog](https://www.guardianrail.com/download/cathcart-rail-safety-book-e-catalog/)

## Employees

- [Derek Kissick](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/derek-kissick/)
- [Kai Adams](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/kai-adams/)
- [Scott Davis](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/scott-davis/)
- [Laura Macias](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/laura-macias/)
- [Scott Driggers](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/scott-driggers/)
- [Shawn Gordy](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/shawn-gordy/)
- [Michael Obertop](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/michael-obertop/)
- [Matthew McLaughlin](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/matt-mclaughlin/)
- [Vanessa Knapton](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/vanessa-knapton/)
- [Casey Cathcart](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/casey-cathcart/)
- [Kevin Koepke](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/kevin-koepke/)
- [Dan Quero](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/dan-quero/)
- [Thomas Cathcart](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/thomas-cathcart/)
- [Lynda Teutschman](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/lynda-teutschman/)
- [Jeff White](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/jeff-white/)
- [Jacob Studer](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/jacob-studer/)
- [Donna Stinson](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/donna-stinson/)
- [Connie Vail](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/connie-vail/)
- [Bill Welch](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/bill-welch/)
- [Derek Mercure](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/derek-mercure/)
- [Greg Gibson](https://www.guardianrail.com/team/greg-gibson/)

## Testimonials

- [Eric](https://www.guardianrail.com/testimonial/eric/)
- [Zack](https://www.guardianrail.com/testimonial/zack/)
- [Ethan](https://www.guardianrail.com/testimonial/ethan/)

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