CSX says Chief Operating Officer Mike Cory will retire

what happened

GlobeNewswire reported that CSX announced on Oct. 12, 2026, that Mike Cory, the company’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, is retiring. Cory will work with the full leadership team during the handover to support a smooth transition. Chief Executive Officer Steve Angel credited him with contributions to safety, productivity and the development of operations leaders.

Senior Vice Presidents Doug Ryhorchuk and Casey Albright will now report directly to Angel. Ryhorchuk joined CSX in 2024 after nearly four decades at CN and oversees transportation, engineering and mechanical operations, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency. Albright has spent nearly 30 years at CSX and leads the design and execution of plans intended to improve network fluidity and service reliability.

Angel said the company’s priorities remain safe operations, consistent and dependable service for customers, and long-term value creation for shareholders. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, CSX provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services across markets including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural and consumer products.

why it matters

The announcement changes CSX’s operating leadership structure. After Cory’s retirement, two experienced senior executives will oversee the relevant functions while reporting directly to the chief executive.

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