Slover & Loftus’ extensive rail transportation experience also includes the representation of major U.S. port authorities, in connection with port terminal and dock rail switching services, and various state and local entities in connection with rail acquisition and service preservation issues.  Matters handled by Slover & Loftus include the privatization of common carrier rail lines; the design and implementation of plans for rail switching service between port facilities and line-haul railroads; the representation of public authorities - including states and municipalities-

in enforcing their rights under commercial rail agreements and federal surface transportation statutes; and the assistance of state authorities in the acquisition and revitalization of marginal rail lines.

Slover & Loftus also represents iron ore, taconite paper and other bulk rail commodity and recyclable materials shippers in connection with commercial agreements and common carrier rail transportation arrangements.