TThe Greenbrier Companies designs, builds, and markets freight railcars across North America, Europe, and Brazil, and operates a fleet of railcars that originate from its manufacturing. In addition to manufacturing, it provides wheel services, parts, maintenance, and retrofitting through its maintenance services unit, and offers railcar management, regulatory compliance, and leasing services to railroads and railcar owners. Its products and services help move goods by rail, with a global footprint and integrated offerings across manufacturing, service, and leasing. The company’s goal is to enable efficient, reliable rail transportation by supplying durable railcars, maintenance, and full lifecycle support to customers worldwide.
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Greenbrier has elected Emanuel "Manny" Pearlman as a Class III director, effective October 27, 2026. The move raises the railcar maker's board to 11 members. The appointment is part of a cooperation agreement with Atlas Holdings. Atlas also signed a confidentiality agreement with Greenbrier that includes customary standstill commitments. Pearlman will stand for election at the 2027 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Pearlman has more than 35 years of experience in investment management and finance. He is founder, chair and chief executive officer of Liberation Investment Group, and sits on the board of MidCap Financial Investment Corporation. Board chair Thomas B. Fargo said Pearlman's capital markets and financial expertise will help as the company pursues its strategy.
Greenbrier Companies Inc., the Lake Oswego, Oregon-based maker of railroad freight car equipment, reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $8.7 million on Monday. That equals 27 cents per share, or 39 cents adjusted for non-recurring costs. Quarterly revenue was $591 million. For the full year, the company earned $79 million, or $2.49 per share, on revenue of $2.46 billion. It expects full-year earnings of $2.75 to $3.75 per share.
Greenbrier (NYSE:GBX) will report earnings on Monday after market close. Analysts expect revenue to fall 20.3% year on year, an improvement on the 27.9% drop in the same quarter last year. Last quarter, the rail transportation company missed revenue expectations, reporting $576.5 million, down 31.6% year on year. Its full-year revenue and EPS guidance also fell well short of forecasts. It has missed Wall Street's revenue estimates multiple times over the last two years. Analysts have largely held their estimates over the past 30 days. Greenbrier shares are down 10.4% over the last month, against an average 6% drop for heavy machinery stocks. They trade at $38.11, versus an average analyst price target of $44.
Rolling Stock Market Size, share and Growth analysis. 20 hours ago Polaris Market Research today announced findings from its latest report, projecting the global Rolling Stock Market to grow from USD 78.52 billion in 2023 to USD 121.80 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2024 to 2032. The report profiles 11 leading companies across four segmentation categories: product, type, train type, and region. Analyst Commentary on Rolling Stock Market Growth "Rail electrification, urban congestion, and growing budgets for railway development are driving a long investment cycle in locomotives, metro trains, and freight wagons, and government policy is steering buyers toward cleaner traction," said the Polaris Market Research analyst team. "The opportunity for buyers and investors lies with manufacturers that can deliver electric and battery-electric trains alongside local production in fast-growing markets." Rolling Stock Market Statistics at a Glance * 2023 Market Size: USD 78.52 billion * 2024 Market Estimate: USD 83.08 billion * 2032 Projected Size: USD 121.80 billion * CAGR (2024-2032): 4.9% * Fastest-Growing Region: Asia Pacific Key Growth Drivers, Major Companies and Segments Covered Growth Drivers: Growing demand for electric trains, government regulations and policies supporting cleaner and domestically built rolling stock, and the expansion of intercity and high-speed rail networks are the primary forces behind the market's expansion, alongside growing demand for rapid transit vehicles. Electric trains are more energy-efficient, accelerate faster, and carry lower maintenance and fuel costs than diesel trains. In March 2023, Siemens was awarded a USD 3.2 billion project for the delivery and upkeep of electric freight locomotives for the Indian Railway Board. High capital requirements remain a challenge for operators and manufacturers. Rising urban populations are also increasing demand for efficient mass transit that eases traffic congestion. Browse Insights: Segment Highlights: The rapid transit vehicle segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR, supported by lightweight materials, advanced propulsion, automated train control, and urban populations that need reliable transit. Diesel trains dominated in 2023 because of their reliability and lower upfront cost where electrification is not yet feasible, while electric trains are anticipated to grow fastest as battery prices fall and renewable electricity becomes more affordable. Competitive Landscape: Global rail leaders including CRRC, Alstom, Siemens Mobility, Wabtec, Hitachi Rail, and Stadler Rail compete alongside Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Hyundai Rotem, Greenbrier, Trinity Rail, and GE Transportation. Localized manufacturing and battery-electric technology are shaping competition. Major Companies Covered: CRRC Corporation Limited, Alstom SA, Siemens Mobility, Wabtec Corporation, Hitachi Rail, and Stadler Rail AG, among others. Segments Covered: By Product (Locomotive, Rapid Transit Vehicle, Wagon), By Type (Diesel, Electric), By Train Type (Rail Freight, Passenger Rail), By Region. Recent Developments in the Rolling Stock Market * June 2025: Alstom inaugurated its Plant-4 facility in Hornell, New York, a 135,000-square-foot site that will manufacture stainless-steel car body shells for next-generation passenger railcars. * August 2024: Hitachi began trials of its intercity battery train on the UK rail network with TransPennine Express and Angel Trains. * March 2023: Skoda Group said it would invest USD 20.87 million in its Sumperk facility to produce 13 electric trains for Czech Railways. * March 2023: CISC Transmashholding won a 12-year maintenance contract from Egypt's Ministry of Transportation valued at 430 million euros. * February 2023: Stadler said the first battery-electric train bound for the U.S. would support a development agreement with ASPIRE and Utah State University. Regional Snapshot: Asia Pacific Posts the Highest Growth Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR through 2032, supported by rising spending on metro and electric train systems in China, India, Taiwan, and other fast-growing economies, along with rapid technological progress in high-speed and electric trains. In March 2023, Alstom began producing metro trains for the Pune Metro Project-3 at its Sri City plant. The Middle East & Africa is also expected to grow at a significant rate as governments modernize and extend rail networks. In India, the Solapur Division of Central Railway fully electrified all 976 km of its lines in February 2023, illustrating the pace of network modernization. Why It Matters for Stakeholders Tracking the Rolling Stock Market Forecast to 2032 For stakeholders researching the rolling stock market forecast, the underlying report benchmarks Rolling Stock market share, company positioning, and segment-level forecasts to support sourcing, partnership, and investment decisions through 2032. It also includes Porter's Five Forces, PESTEL, value chain, and COVID-19 impact analysis, plus country-level data across five regions. Product coverage includes the car body, propulsion, braking, communication, and HVAC systems that make up modern rolling stock, along with diesel, electric, and hybrid models. About Polaris Market Research Polaris Market Research is a B2B syndicated market research and consulting firm offering 5,000+ published reports across 20+ industry verticals, delivering data-backed insights to help businesses make informed decisions. More Trending Latest Reports By Polaris Market Research:
Greenbrier books 3,400 freight wagon orders, including 780 wagons for Saudi Arabia. Published: 24/09/2026 11:30 This post is also available in the language of Italiano (Italian) Greenbrier received orders for 3,400 new freight wagons with a combined value of around $600 million during its fiscal fourth quarter, which ended on 31 August 2026. The orders cover several wagon types and markets. They include 780 vehicles for Saudi Railway Company (SAR), expanding Greenbrier's business with the Saudi state-owned operator. The SAR order comprises tank wagons for phosphoric acid and molten sulphur as well as intermodal wagons. It is Greenbrier's first sale of intermodal wagons to SAR. The relationship between the two companies dates back to a tank wagon order placed in 2015. The intermodal wagons use Greenbrier's low-profile double-stack concept, developed to carry containers in two levels while maintaining a lower centre of gravity. Tank wagons for SAR have already been completed at Greenbrier's manufacturing operations in Mexico using US steel and have started shipping to Saudi Arabia. The 3,400-wagon order intake provides Greenbrier with additional production volume entering fiscal 2027. The company manufactures freight wagons in North America, Europe and Brazil and operates a leasing fleet of around 20,600 wagons. Related topics. Join Its Circle of Insiders: Receive the Weekly Digest That Keeps You Ahead!
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Headquarters
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Founded
1981
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