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Anacostia Taps Nuchurch as Manager of Safety and Compliance

Mark Nuchurch, Manager of Safety and Compliance, Anacostia. (ARH photo)
Anacostia Rail Holdings (ARH) on May 8 announced that it has appointed Mark Nuchurch as Manager of Safety and Compliance—a new role and title at the short line railroad holding company.

Nuchurch, whose 29 years of experience in the railroad industry includes positions in operations, training, and safety, began his career as a conductor and locomotive engineer before spending 19 years as a manager in different capacities. He served as a trainmaster in the Bronx, New York and Chicago, and was the Program Manager for CSX’s engineer training and certification program. Recently, Nuchurch was Manager of Safety and Operating Practices for CSX Intermodal Terminals.

Nuchurch will support Anacostia’s ongoing programs “to meet goals for safety, occupational health, and security.” These programs, the company says, “include developing safety action plans, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing training and education standards, and continuously integrating safety into all operations.”

“Mark is a railroad professional. His extensive mainline operating experience, along with seven years as Intermodal Safety Manager with CSX, truly showcases his deep expertise and commitment to safety,” said ARH Chief Safety and Compliance Officer Herman E. Crosson. “I’m confident he will bring valuable insights and innovative solutions to our team. Mark’s skillset and leadership will make an immediate and meaningful impact on Anacostia’s operations.”

A former sergeant in the U.S. Army, Nuchurch credits that experience with preparing him for his successful career in railroading.

“Early on I learned that it’s important to be prepared for change, and to be able to deal with issues and solve problems as they occur,” said Nuchurch. “With that foundation I look forward to helping keep all our railroads as safe as they can be.”