In 2018 Georgia and Atlanta leaders celebrated a coup: convincing Norfolk Southern to move its headquarters to Midtown Atlanta. Now, that HQ and its jobs could be at risk.

In 2018 Georgia and Atlanta leaders celebrated a coup: convincing Norfolk Southern to move its headquarters to Midtown Atlanta. Now, that HQ and its jobs could be at risk.

Atlanta-based Norfolk Southern is a major player in the CSRA’s railroad scene. The merger discussions began during the first quarter of this year, according to a person familiar with the talks.

Norfolk Southern could merge with a rival and create a railroad that stretches from coast to coast. Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2025 2025 Most Admired CEOs Awards ...

Norfolk Southern is in merger talks with Union Pacific to create the largest railroad in North America that would connect the East and West Coasts.