Short lines: the new way to run a railroad
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The Staggers Rail Act of 1980 created opportunities for regional railroads to service short lines which large rail companies abandoned when the industry was deregulated. Short line railroads, such as Crab Orchard and Egyptian Railroad in Marion, IL, have lower operating costs, limited branch lines, and better customer service than large firms. The company only has a total of 21.6 miles of track but services the Burlington Northern Santa fe and Union Pacific routes.
Publication Name: Site Selection
Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 1080-7799
Year: 1997
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Mexico gearing up for post-NAFTA boom
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Mexico anticipates economic prosperity from the proposed North American Free Trade Agreement. The Mexican Government is privatizing industries, upgrading infrastructure and lowering barriers to trade and investment. The government is attempting to reassure Americans that Mexico's free trade zone program will help, and not hurt, the US economy. Other preparations by public and private organizations are discussed.
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Subject: Real estate industry
ISSN: 1080-7799
Year: 1993
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