Amtrak announced that it has named Charles W. “Wick” Moorman as its next President and chief executive officer. Moorman, retired Chairman, CEO, and President of Norfolk Southern Corp. (NS), will lead the company, effective September 1, 2016. Moorman comes to Amtrak after more than 40 years at NS where he rose from management trainee to
Read moreWashington, DC — Edward Wytkind, president of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD) of which TCU is a member, issued the following statement on the passing of former Rep. Steve LaTourette: “I extend my deepest condolences to the family, friends and many colleagues of former Ohio Rep. Steve LaTourette, who passed away yesterday. I especially
Read moreWhat is my Union Contract Worth Click here to view what a TCU contract is worth to a 30 year member retiring today. Cost of Wages & Fringe Benefits as of Jan 2016: Carman Clerks
Read moreThe National Mediation Board (NMB) announced that Ms. Linda Puchala becomes Chairman of the National Mediation Board, effective July 1, 2016. Harry Hoglander and Nicholas Geale remain as Members of the Board. Nominated by President Barack Obama, Ms. Puchala was confirmed as Member of the National Mediation Board by the United States Senate on May 21,
Read moreIAM members attending classes at the Winpisinger Center were treated to a cake commemorating the 128th anniversary of the founding of the Machinists Union. IAM International President Bob Martinez issued the following statement commemorating the 128th anniversary of the IAM’s founding: “May 5 marks the 128th anniversary since 19 Machinists met in secret to create
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