Patriot Rail names Bradt COO

Patriot Rail Co. has selected Jason Bradt to serve as chief operating officer following a comprehensive search process. He will succeed Jerry Hall, who has served as COO since October 2022 and will retire at the end of 2026.

Brant brings nearly 30 years of railroad experience to the role, having held leadership roles across safety, transportation, mechanical, engineering and maintenance, customer service, commercial development and strategic growth sectors. During his career with Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and CSX, he has built strong teams, improved safety performance, strengthened customer relationships and supported business expansion, Patriot Rail officials said in a press release.

As COO, Bradt will oversee Patriot Rail's operating functions and work closely with leadership to drive service excellence, develop future leaders and advance strategic growth initiatives.

"[Bradt] is a leader who understands every aspect of the railroad business. Just as importantly, he believes in developing leaders, building strong teams and creating a culture where employees can succeed," said Patriot Rail President and CEO Brandy Christian. "Those values align closely with who we are at Patriot Rail and where we are headed as a company."