Greenbrier, TTX unveil commemorative USA 250th boxcars
Greenbrier and TTX unveiled four commemorative boxcars marking the U.S. 250th anniversary — a ceremonial railcar industry PR event with no policy, fee, or operational changes. No seller-facing impact.
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60-foot, 100-ton capacity high-cube boxcars with up to 50-year service life
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Railcar builder The Greenbrier Cos. and equipment pool TTX unveiled a quartet of commemorative semiquincentenial boxcars, the first such freight equipment to celebrate the U. S. A.’ s 250th anniversary. The companies marked the occasion at an event Tuesday at Greenbrier’s maintenance facility in Cleburne, Texas.
Company executives were joined at the ceremony by elected officials, active military and veterans, employees and media. Federal Railroad Administration Administrator David Fink also attended. “These American flag boxcars commemorate more than 250 years of U. S.
history by highlighting the innovation, operational excellence and strategic partnerships that drive North American freight rail today,” said TTX Chief Executive Tom Wells. “We are proud to partner with Greenbrier to deliver solutions that keep commerce moving efficiently and honor the enduring legacy of our industry.”
He also thanked Williams Hayward Protective Coatings, which donated paint for the stars-and-stripes project on the 60-foot, 100-ton capacity high-cube cars. Privately-held TTX is owned by the Class I railroads and serves as a cooperative railcar pool for boxcars, flatcars and autoracks, and other car types.
The commemorative cars marked the completion of a 1,500-car order built at Greenbrier’s Sagun plant in Mexico. “This project demonstrates the strength of Greenbrier’s longstanding partnership with TTX and our shared commitment to supporting the North American economy,” Greenbrier (NYSE: GBX) CEO and President Lorie Tekorius said.
“The North American integrated rail network is the circulatory system that keeps goods moving efficiently and reliably, and we are proud to continue this important work. “Freight railcars can remain in service for up to 50 years, meaning this American‑flag boxcar will travel across America’s rail network for decades to come.
It serves as a visual reminder of the vitality of the rails as America moves toward its third century, thanks to the people who keep it running every hour of every day.” Subscribe to FreightWaves’ Rail e-newsletter and get the latest insights on rail freight right in your inbox. Read more articles by Stuart Chirls here.
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