About Us
Canton Railroad is a full-service class III railroad based in Baltimore, Maryland.
We connect local industries to the North American freight network via Norfolk Southern and CSX.
With over a century of service, our operations continue to drive regional economic growth through reliable and sustainable transportation.
Meet Our Team
Board of Directors
Stephen P. Kauffman
Chairman of the Board
William H. Cox Jr.
Board Member (ex officio)
Thomas E. Huesman
Board Member
Sarah Klein
Board Member
Lorrie A. Schenning
Board Member
J. Robert Huber Sr.
Board Member
Charley C. Sung
Board Member
Executive Administration
Tyler Horner
President / CEO
Henry Parker
Controller
Jennifer Vogel
Human Resources (Consultant)
Operations Management
Bill Casper
Superintendent of Operations
Jesse Reid
Track Inspector Supervisor, Maintenance of Way
David Miller
Chief Mechanical Officer
Kevin Demby
Rail Coordinator
Chris Barbour
Transload Terminal Manager
Mission Statement
Our goal is to become the leading freight rail transportation provider in Maryland. We achieve this by offering safe, reliable, and consistent logistics services that serve our customers, employees, and shareholders.
We create value by continuously improving and expanding competitively priced service capabilities across our network.
Over a Century of Innovation
The Canton Railroad operates as a vital link between the Port of Baltimore and two major Class I railroads, CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern.
We handle switching, transloading, and warehousing to support diverse industries throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Every service we provide is driven by safety, reliability, and efficiency.
Our History
Founded in 1906 to serve Baltimore’s growing port and industrial base, Canton Rail has evolved into a modern logistics partner with a century-long legacy of innovation.
From its origins as a local switching line, the company has expanded into a multifaceted rail, logistics, and infrastructure provider while maintaining its heritage of service and dependability.
Our Core Values
Safety
Integrity
Efficiency
Innovation
Collaboration
Freestate Logistics
Freestate Logistics is a Canton Railroad Company subsidiary that operates in Perryville, MD at Principio Industrial Park.
