Coal keeps FreightCar America in the black. The company designs and makes railroad freight cars, more than 95% of which are aluminum-bodied coal-carrying cars. FreightCar America claims leadership in the North American market for coal-carrying cars. Other products include coil steel cars, flatcars, intermodal cars, mill gondola cars, and motor vehicle carriers. FreightCar America also refurbishes and rebuilds railcars and supplies parts for railcars made by other companies. Customers include leasing companies, railroads, and utilities; Burlington Northern Santa Fe, Norfolk Southern, and TXU Energy accounted for 15%, 11%, and 11% of sales, respectively.
Sector: Services
Industry: Transportation