The study was undertaken for the Federal Railroad Administration in partial compliance of Section 901 of the Railroad Revitalization and Regulatory Reform Act of 1976. The study provides an overview of the U.S. railroad industry. It describes the present situation and explains how the present situation evolved, concentrating primarily on the period 1929-1976. The likely future of the railroad industry over the next ten years is evaluated. The study concludes with a summary of how 'The Railroad Situation' is currently viewed by railroad management, railroad labor, shippers and other concerned parties.


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    Title :

    The Railroad Situation: A Perspective on the Present, Past and Future of the Railroad Industry


    Contributors:
    C. E. Urba (author) / R. S. Reebie (author) / C. J. Liba (author) / M. J. Keale (author) / D. A. Isacowitz (author)

    Publication date :

    1978


    Size :

    502 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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