People news from TTX, TNW, Ironhorse and NY & Atlantic Railway

TTX Co. appointed Marty Thomas as executive vice president. Thomas has more than 27 years of leadership in the freight-rail industry, most recently serving as group vice president at Wabtec. In this role, he was responsible for enterprise locomotive engine manufacturing, aftermarket remanufacturing, distribution and supply chain, and oversaw 25 sites and plants and more than 2,400 employees. Prior to Wabtec, Thomas worked at GE Transportation for 22 years, spending 17 of those years co-located with CSX, Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railway Co. in locomotive maintenance contract operations. His "relationships within the rail industry will serve [us] well in advancing our operations," said TTX President and CEO Tom Wells in a press release.

TNW Corp. has promoted Ayanna Smith from controller to director of finance. Smith oversees corporate financial operations and controls. She has more than 15 years of experience in accountancy. “Ayanna’s demonstrated commitment to excellence, financial acumen, and understanding of our business make her an important part of TNW’s leadership team,” said TNW CEO Paul Treangen in a press release.

Ironhorse Resources has appointed Matthew Service as chief commercial officer. He will lead commercial strategy, business development and growth initiatives. His career includes leadership roles at OmniTRAX Inc., CSX, Patriot Rail and Ports, and Pioneer Lines. “We have had the pleasure of working with Matthew over various stages of his career and we are very excited to have him join the Ironhorse family," said Ironhorse President Matt Cundiff in a press release.

New York & Atlantic Railway (NYA) recently hosted New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages at the railroad's Fresh Pond rail yard in Glendale, New York, to discuss the economic and environmental benefits of moving goods by rail throughout the New York metropolitan area, according to a press release issued by Anacostia Rail Holdings, NYA's parent company. NYA President Marlon Taylor led a tour of the rail facility for Solages. Other topics discussed during her visit included NYA's safety record and collaborative efforts in training with the region’s public safety agencies.