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Yesterday, Providence and Worcester Railroad Co. (PWRR) announced its long-time President Orville Harrold died unexpectedly. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert Eder will assume Harrold's duties until the regional’s board elects a new president.
A 45-year railroad industry veteran, Harrold joined PWRR after the railroad was formed in 1973 and became president in 1980. He previously served as chief engineer and general manager.
The 545-mile PWRR moves traffic over lines in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and operates two intermodal yards in Worcester, Mass.
11/23/2005
Rail News: Rail Industry Trends
Long-time Providence and Worcester President Harrold passes away
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Yesterday, Providence and Worcester Railroad Co. (PWRR) announced its long-time President Orville Harrold died unexpectedly. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert Eder will assume Harrold's duties until the regional’s board elects a new president.
A 45-year railroad industry veteran, Harrold joined PWRR after the railroad was formed in 1973 and became president in 1980. He previously served as chief engineer and general manager.
The 545-mile PWRR moves traffic over lines in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and operates two intermodal yards in Worcester, Mass.
