“Ray has been an exceptional leader whose steady hand and deep industry knowledge have strengthened our short line operations and elevated our service standards. We are grateful for his dedication and wish him the very best in retirement,” said R.J. Corman Railroad Group President and CEO Justin Broyles.
Before joining R. J. Corman Railroad Company, Goss built a “distinguished reputation” in the rail industry holding various leadership and operational roles at major railroads such as Genesee & Wyoming Inc., Amtrak Corporation, and Canadian Pacific Railway, where he developed expertise in engineering, transportation management, safety initiatives, and customer relations. “His broad experience and commitment to excellence positioned him as a respected figure in the field, ultimately leading to his appointment as President of R. J. Corman Railroad Company’s operations,” the company noted.
Under Goss’s leadership, R. J. Corman Railroad Company achieved “remarkable growth and modernization.” Since 2019, the company expanded its network through strategic acquisitions and new operations, adding the Childersburg Line, Raleigh & Fayetteville Railroad, Knoxville & Cumberland Gap Railroad, as well as the Owego & Harford Railway, Lehigh Railway, and Luzerne & Susquehanna Railway. These additions, the company says, “strengthened R. J. Corman’s presence across key regions and enhanced its ability to serve diverse markets.”
Goss also championed transformative infrastructure improvements, securing federal TIGER and CRISI grants to rehabilitate hundreds of miles of track, upgrade bridges, and modernize grade crossings. These investments, R.J. Corman says, “improved safety, efficiency, and reliability for customers while supporting regional economic development.” Under his tenure, the company consistently earned top safety honors, with all short lines receiving Jake Awards in recent years and several earning the prestigious President’s Award for exemplary safety performance. These accomplishments, the company adds, “reflect Goss’s unwavering commitment to operational excellence and customer service, leaving a lasting legacy of growth and innovation.”
“It has been an honor to lead R. J. Corman’s railroads and work alongside such a talented team,” said Goss. “Together, we’ve advanced safety, improved efficiency, and strengthened relationships with our customers. I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished, and I’m confident that they will continue to be leaders in the industry and take the company to new heights.”
