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Berkshire Hathaway’s Railcar Giants Merge Forces for Greater Efficiency

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Union Tank Car Company (UTLX) and Procor Limited, both subsidiaries of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway holding company, have announced a strategic consolidation of operations across North America. This initiative aims to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and improve customer service.

Under the new structure, UTLX and Procor will operate as a unified entity, aligning resources and expertise to better meet the evolving demands of the rail industry. “By consolidating our operations and realigning our leadership team, we are strengthening our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers across North America,” said Neil Finn, President of UTLX and Procor.

Key Leadership Appointments:

Kate Suprenuk, President of Leasing and Manufacturing: With extensive experience in railcar leasing and finance, Suprenuk will oversee UTLX and Procor’s leasing and manufacturing operations, including key production facilities.

Jeremy DeLacerda, President of Engineering, Quality, and Repair: DeLacerda will lead engineering, quality, and repair operations across the network, leveraging over 20 years of industry experience.

Randy Pocrnick, Senior Vice President of Leasing Sales and Marketing: A veteran of Procor, Pocrnick will drive sales, marketing, and customer experience initiatives.

The transition is already in motion, with a strong focus on minimizing disruptions for customers and employees. UTLX and Procor remain committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Together, UTLX and Procor operate a fleet of approximately 120,000 railcars, serving key industries such as chemical, petrochemical, energy, and agriculture. With this transformation, the companies aim to deliver even greater value and efficiency to their customers across North America.

© 2025 David Mazor

Disclosure: David Mazor is a freelance writer focusing on Berkshire Hathaway. The author is long in Berkshire Hathaway, and this article is not a recommendation on whether to buy or sell the stock. The information contained in this article should not be construed as personalized or individualized investment advice. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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