Sustainability Opportunity Leverage Norfolk Southern’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions by offering decarbonization solutions, such as optimized intermodal routing, energy-efficient equipment procurement, and rail-versus-truck mode-shift programs to customers aiming to lower Scope 3 emissions.

Expansion & Network Target industries along NS’s 19,000 route miles and extensive eastern intermodal network with supply chain modernization proposals, including last-mile integration, cross-docking, and regional distribution center siting to improve transit times and reliability.

Asset Modernization Capitalize on NS investments in hi-rail equipment and weather-readiness assets by offering maintenance, fleet financing, and turnkey asset management services to transportation users seeking higher uptime and resilient operations.

Technology Enablement Position technology partnerships around NS’s stack (SAP MDG, AnyLogic, REST APIs, and enterprise-grade platforms) to enable digital freight planning, dynamic capacity pricing, and real-time visibility for shippers seeking end-to-end control.

Strategic Partnerships Engage through NS supplier ecosystem initiatives and the Supplier Summit to propose integrated logistics solutions, co-investment pilots, and embedded services that streamline procurement, maintenance, and safety programs for enterprise customers.