• Norfolk Southern named Brian Barr chief operating officer effective June 1, 2026.
• Barr led the Mechanical department since joining in September 2024; he has 28 years’ rail experience, including senior roles at CSX and Union Pacific.
• John Orr will exit as executive vice president and COO; he stays as special advisor to the board chair through June 30, 2026.
• Orr will retire July 1, 2026; he will continue advising through merger closing or June 1, 2027, whichever comes first.

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