R.J. Corman Railroad Deploys Autonomous TugVolt Railcars in Memphis Operations

Key Details Intramotev, maker of autonomous freight railcars, signed R.J. Corman Railroad Company as its newest customer. The company will deploy TugVolt railcars for industrial switching operations on Corman's Memphis Line, a 113-mile railroad serving 30 customers across Kentucky and Tennessee. Why It Matters R.J. Corman operates 19 short line railroads across 11 states and connects with all major North American railroads. This deployment represents a growing adoption of autonomous switching technology in the rail industry, boosting operational efficiency and safety. What's Next Corman joins Watco as a short line operator using Intramotev's technology. The company previously worked with mine operator Carmeuse Americas. As automation gains traction in rail switching, expect more short line operators to invest in similar solutions to improve service reliability and reduce operational costs.