Steve Angel Succeeds Joe Hinrichs As CSX CEO

Angel assumed all three roles effective September 28 and will work closely with the board and management team to ensure a seamless transition of leadership

A CSX locomotive is seen in Orlando. A pay dispute between rail workers and unions threatens a nationwide freight rail strike as early as September 16, 2022. (Photo by Paul Hennessy/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Prabhjote Gill·Stocktwits

Updated Sep 29, 2025 | 8:49 AM GMT-04

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CSX Corp. (CSX) shares drew investor attention on Monday morning after the company named Steve Angel as its President and Chief Executive Officer.

Angel, who has joined the board, assumed all three roles effective September 28, succeeding Joe Hinrichs. CSX stated that Angel will work closely with the board and management team to ensure a seamless transition of leadership.

CSX’s stock rose nearly 3% in pre-market trade.

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