Colby Nitterhouse Gains Control of Three Class III Railroads
Published Date: 7/22/2026
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Summary
Colby Nitterhouse, who doesn’t currently control any railroads, is set to take charge of three small rail companies: NPJ Rail, PNGT Rail, and WCN Rail. This move lets Nitterhouse keep control as these companies become official Class III rail carriers. The paperwork was updated recently, and no big money changes or delays are expected.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
No Board-Imposed Labor Protections
Because these transactions involve only Class III rail carriers, the Surface Transportation Board will not impose labor protective conditions under 49 U.S.C. 11326(c). If you work for NPJ, PNGT, or WCN, the Board will not add special labor protections as part of this exemption.
Continuance-in-Control Exemption Effective
Colby Nitterhouse may continue in control of NPJ Rail, LLC; PNGT Rail, LLC; and WCN Rail, LLC when they become Class III rail carriers. The exemption becomes effective August 5, 2026, and covers short rail segments in Chambersburg, PA (approximately 0.34 miles, 0.42 miles, and 0.42 miles respectively).
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