David Warne is the President & CEO of Ontario Southland Railway Inc. , with extensive experience in the railway supply chain from roles at CN and Genesee & Wyoming. A graduate of George Brown College, he also holds a certification as a Locomotive Engineer, giving him deep operational expertise.
He demonstrates a strong commitment to his teams welfare, personally instituting measures to combat heat stress for his rail crews. David is focused on understanding customer needs, actively participating in industry-specific events like the Petfood Forum to better serve key logistics sectors.
Unique fact: He created a "Traxxside Lemonade Stand" to provide ice-cold drinks for his rail crews during a summer heat wave.
David Warne
President & CEO at Ontario Southland Railway Inc.
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Topics They Care About
Railway Supply Chain
His entire career, culminating in his role as President & CEO, has been focused on leadership within the railway supply chain industry.
Pet Food Logistics
He has registered for the global Petfood Forum in both 2024 and 2025, showing a clear business interest in this specific logistics vertical.
Employee Welfare
He personally developed and promoted a heat stress plan for his crews, highlighting a focus on his team's well-being.
Media Appearances
David has no verified media appearances
Work History
11-2025
President & CEO at Ontario Southland Railway Inc.
9-2019 - 11-2025
General Manager at Traxxside
10-2017 - 9-2019
Supply Chain Account Manager at CN
1-2017 - 10-2017
Director Marketing & Sales at Genesee & Wyoming Inc.
9-2011 - 1-2017
Marketing & Sales Manager at Genesee & Wyoming Inc.
1-2003 - 12-2010
Intermodal Manager at Challenger
Education
1998 - 1999
Diploma from George Brown College
Education details unavailable from Center Wellington District Highschool
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Location : Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : President & CEO at Ontario Southland Railway Inc.
