CHICAGO, IL—May 6, 2025 (James Street Media Services)—Anacostia Rail Holdings (ARH) is pleased to announce the appointment of K.E. (Kirk) Bedford as Vice President, New York & Atlantic Railway (NYA).

“Kirk brings to NYA tremendous railroad management and operating experience,” says President Marlon Taylor. “His deep commitment to safety, team building, and customer delight is a strong match with our culture.”

With over 26 years of railroad experience, Bedford began his railroad career with the Union Pacific Railroad. He was general manager for Genesee & Wyoming, Inc. railroads over a period of 18 years and, most recently, he was Assistant General Manager, Gary Railway, Inc. Bedford is a military veteran, having served in the U.S. Army with the 1^st Armored Division as a Combat Engineer in the first Gulf War.

“I’ve been familiar with NYA and Anacostia’s great reputation for many years, and I’m excited to be part of this strong organization,” Bedford says. “NYA streamlines the critical first and last miles of rail movements, making the process seamless. As I get to know our customers and our team, I look forward to building on the railroad’s strong safety performance, and to helping our customers thrive and grow.”

Bedford supports independent thinking while emphasizing teamwork and continuous improvement to accomplish the goals and objectives of the organization. He has led railroads in the achievement of multi-faceted safety, commercial, logistics, and financial goals and his skills include building staff capabilities by encouraging a culture of safety, inclusion, and professional development for managers.

Bedford completed a Bachelor of Science in Network and Communications Management from DeVry University and holds Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt Certifications.

About New York & Atlantic Railway
New York & Atlantic Railway (NYA) began operation in May 1997 as a result of the privatized concession to operate freight trains on the lines owned by Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). NYA serves a diverse customer base and shares track with the densest passenger system in the United States. The railcars that travel over the NYA remove over 120,000 heavy truck trips from the roads and highways of metro NYC and reduce transportation emissions by 75%. NYA connects with BRT, CP, CSX, NS, NYNJ, NS, and P&W. www.anacostia.com/our-companies/nya/

About Anacostia Rail Holdings
Anacostia Rail Holdings is a privately held company that owns and operates freight railroads throughout the U.S. Combined, ARH’s six railroads handle the equivalent of over two million carloads annually. ARH provides freight services to major metropolitan centers and small communities operating on more than 600 miles of track. www.anacostia.com

NOTE: Reproducible portrait of K.E. (Kirk) Bedford available upon request.

MEDIA CONTACT
Peter Gilbertson
Anacostia Rail Holdings
(312) 324-7350
pgilbertson@anacostia.com