CP hires new VP operations Eastern Region

Canadian Pacific hired veteran railroader Tony Marquis as its new vice president operations Eastern Region with accountability for its Eastern Canada and the Northeast U.S. operations.

“Tony is a leading railroader and will add to our considerable operations bench strength. He is passionate about our business and brings a strong service focus backed by years of Class 1 experience,” said President and Chief Operating Officer Keith Creel.

After spending 25 years with Canadian National in various operating positions, Marquis became owner and president of Strategic Training Simulators Inc., designing, building and installing locomotive simulators. Most recently, he successfully completed a corporate turn-around at Colombia-based coal railroad, Fenoco S.A. while serving as president and chief executive officer.