Iowa Interstate Railroad

🚂 Exciting Day at the Junior Achievement Career Fair! 🌟 Today, we had the incredible opportunity to attend the Junior Achievement Career Fair, where we will welcome 3,500 eager young minds between today and tomorrow! It's truly uplifting to see the enthusiasm of our youth as they explore various career paths, especially in the railroading industry. By engaging with these future leaders, we are not only inspiring them; we’re ensuring that the legacy of railroading continues to thrive. Let's keep the passion for railroading alive and foster a new generation ready to take on the challenges of tomorrow! #JuniorAchievement #IAIS #YouthEmpowerment #Railroading #FutureLeaders 🌟🚂

For 40 years our employees have been vital to our success in Safety and Growth! To celebrate four decades of achievement, we are delighted to be hosting a series of Company Picnics at our largest terminals, featuring the always popular train rides! We most recently gathered to celebrate at Pietrandrea Yard in Silvis, IL and at the Dennis H. Miller Locomotive Works in South Amana, IA.  We were delighted to see so many of our employees and their families come out to discover more about the work we do, experience a train ride, and enjoy some well-deserved food, fellowship and fun together! We couldn’t have become the successful, critical link in the national freight rail network that we are today without our truly amazing employees! Our Company Picnics & Train Rides are more than just a day of fun – they are a celebration of our team's dedication to safety, hard work and sacrifice, and deeply valued contributions. It’s events like these that remind us that we’re not just colleagues; we’re a family. Cheers to celebrating 40 years! Blue Island, IL and Council Bluffs, IA: get ready because you’re next!  #iais #iaisrailroad #railroadfamilies #railsafety #40thanniversary #familyfun

Our Newton, IA Renewable Energy Center of the Midwest passed a huge milestone last week! Our first cars were delivered after the initial 1,500 ft of track were installed, and we are well on our way to have construction done soon. Our facility is unit-train ready to receive wind turbine components from anywhere on the globe; IAIS is connected to every Class 1 carrier operating in the US. We will also be capable of handling truck-only business through this facility to support the wind energy industry. Whether it's a last-minute storage need or a forecasted storage need, we will be ready to help. IAIS is connecting Iowa & Illinois to the world! Want to learn more? Feel free to message or email me! Iowa Interstate Railroad #NewtonIowa #windlogistics 📷 : Greg Mitchell

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We are thrilled to welcome our first LET (Locomotive Engineer Trainee) class to our brand-new locomotive simulator lab!   Our state-of-the-art simulator from PS Technology uses cutting-edge physics to replicate real-world scenarios. With items like PTC (Positive Train Control) and DP (Distributed Power) interfaces, our simulators provide a safe, effective, and environmentally friendly way to train and recertify our engineers. This enhanced training ensures our future engineers are well-prepared before they ever take the controls.   #TrainingAndEducation #NewHires #CedarRapids #InnovationInTraining #RailSafety #IAIS

This Labor Day, we celebrate not only our hardworking and dedicated employees, but the incredible communities that support us. We are proud to be a part of this amazing legacy and look forward to continuing to serve you! #LaborDay #Rail #Freight

Last week, Iowa Interstate Railroad was proud to celebrate our 40th Anniversary! Our sincerest gratitude is extended to all who joined us for a truly memorable celebration of this achievement! To kick off the two-day event, we were pleased to offer Rail Safety information and equipment familiarization to Des Moines area First Responders utilizing equipment representing our rich history. We were delighted to be joined on day two by many of our dedicated employees, loyal customers, valued partners, neighbors, friends, and family for an open house celebration. Many participated in IAIS “Gevo” locomotive tours, including the Central States Steam Preservation Society’s QJ 6988 which has pulled many First Responder and Flood Benefit trips on IAIS over the past couple of decades. We were also honored to have Iowa Interstate Railroad’s Chairman, Henry Posner III, with us to commemorate this incredible milestone. Finally, a special thank you to Paul Cownie, Gabe Claypool, and the entire team at Des Moines Industrial for being wonderful hosts on their impressive property for the week.  📸 Please enjoy some highlights from our two-day 40th Anniversary event!

IAIS was proud to host Congressman Darin LaHood, IL-16, between Chillicothe and Peoria to discuss the rail industry’s continued dedication to safety. The visit included a closeup inspection of one of IAIS’s numerous asset health devices that checks for wheel bearing issues on passing trains. Afterward, Congressman LaHood took a short ride on a southbound IAIS train for a live demonstration of the bearing detector’s operation, a close-up view of our annual crosstie replacement program in the area, and observed the initial phase of a total bridge replacement. Thank you to Congressman LaHood for his time to listen to just a small portion of what IAIS has accomplished over the past 40 years to improve rail safety!

IAIS was proud to host Congressman Darin LaHood, IL-16, between Chillicothe and Peoria to discuss the rail industry’s continued dedication to safety. The visit included a closeup inspection of one of IAIS’s numerous asset health devices that checks for wheel bearing issues on passing trains. Afterward, Congressman LaHood took a short ride on a southbound IAIS train for a live demonstration of the bearing detector’s operation, a close-up view of our annual crosstie replacement program in the area, and observed the initial phase of a total bridge replacement. Thank you to Congressman LaHood for his time to listen to just a small portion of what IAIS has accomplished over the past 40 years to improve rail safety!

This week, we are delighted to welcome the inaugural T&E new-hire class to a state-of-the-art classroom located in our new headquarters overlooking downtown Cedar Rapids! Our cutting-edge facility boasts the latest in virtual training technology along with multiple locomotive simulators, designed to meet both new hire and recertification needs. We are honored to have a seasoned craft colleague join the class, ensuring that our curriculum aligns effectively with the practical skills and knowledge required in the field. Their insights and experience are invaluable to our training program. Here's to many successful training sessions in this fantastic new space and the bright futures of our new hires at Iowa Interstate Railroad! #TrainingAndEducation #NewHires #CedarRapids #InnovationInTraining #RailroadExcellence #IAIS #RailSafety