Rail consultant returns to lead South Carolina short line
State-owned Palmetto Railways is turning to a familiar face to head its corporate team. The post Rail consultant returns to lead South Carolina short line appeared first on FreightWaves .
Palmetto Railways has announced the appointment of Tarek Ravenel as its new president and CEO, effective September 8, 2026. Ravenel, a Palmetto employee for over a decade, will lead the state-owned transportation company into its next phase of expansion and economic growth across South Carolina. He succeeds Patrick McCrory, who has held the position since 2022.
Palmetto Railways, based in Charleston, operates 90 miles of track in five counties and is developing a 25-mile industrial rail line in Berkeley County. The company connects with major railroads CSX and Norfolk Southern. Ravenel brings extensive experience in transportation and infrastructure leadership, having previously worked at HDR and Palmetto Railways.
He praised McCrory for his leadership and the organization's role in South Carolina's economic development. McCrory expressed confidence in Ravenel's ability to continue Palmetto Railways' success.
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