East Brookfield & Spencer Railroad LLC

East Brookfield & Spencer Railroad LLC (EB&SRR) is a shortline terminal railroad headquartered in East Brookfield, Massachusetts. Established in 2004, EB&SRR was created to support the operations of the automobile distribution facility located on the CSX Boston Subdivision. The railroad primarily handles the final delivery logistics for auto racks (railcars designed for transporting vehicles), serving as a vital connection point between Class I railroads and regional distribution networks. It is a privately owned railroad with specialized services tailored to the automotive logistics industry, particularly for large auto manufacturers and logistics providers operating in New England.

Product/Service Line Breakdown:

1. Automobile Unloading and Handling Services
 - EB&SRR specializes in receiving, unloading, and processing autorack railcars filled with new vehicles.
 - Provides services for major auto manufacturers including vehicle inspection, inventory management, and lot placement.

2. Terminal Switching Operations
 - Manages switching services within the East Brookfield terminal, moving railcars between different tracks and preparing them for unloading or further transit.
 - Coordinates closely with CSX Transportation to handle inbound and outbound rail traffic efficiently.

3. Storage and Yard Management
 - Operates a large vehicle storage yard adjacent to the terminal, capable of holding thousands of vehicles at once.
 - Uses rail-based logistics systems to track and stage vehicles for final delivery by truck.

4. Rail Logistics Coordination
 - Acts as a logistics intermediary between Class I railroads and automotive distributors.
 - Responsible for the safe, timely coordination of rail shipments, optimizing transit times for inbound automobile deliveries.

5. Vehicle Distribution Support Services
 - Offers fleet prep and distribution support, including pre-delivery inspections and readiness tasks before vehicles are shipped to dealerships.
 
6. Facility Maintenance and Infrastructure Support
 - Oversees rail infrastructure maintenance, including track upkeep, safety compliance, and coordination with federal rail regulators.
 - Ensures that the terminal complies with FRA and OSHA standards for workplace and environmental safety.