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Nationwide Railcar Services Network

Strategic Rail Services for America’s Freight Trains

When it comes to keeping

freight trains

moving, location matters. CRMS brings together a nationwide network of rail service partners to deliver cleaning, storage, repair, transloading, and more—right where you need it. Whether your fleet operates in the Midwest, Southeast, Pacific Northwest, Mountain West, or Southwest, our strategically positioned service hubs are built to save you time, reduce costs, and keep your operations on schedule.
And here’s the best part—beyond our dedicated service locations, CRMS gives you access to 400+ railcar storage sites, 130+ transloading facilities, and 150+ mobile service points across North America.

That means no matter where your rail needs take you, we can help. Even if your requirements don’t directly match our full-time locations, our team is ready to discuss a solution that fits your business.

Midwest Railcar Services & Repair Hubs

The Midwest has always been the heart of America’s rail network, and CRMS is right in the middle of it. From Nebraska railcar cleaning services in Omaha to full-scale Midwest railcar repair in Kansas City, our regional facilities are built to keep freight moving without delays. Whether you need storage, transloading, or specialized cleaning, our Midwest railcar locations combine scale, speed, and safety to support shippers, manufacturers, and logistics teams across the region.

Need Railcar Help in the Midwest?

From cleaning and repairs to storage and transloading, our Midwest locations are built to keep your freight moving. And if what you need isn’t listed here, just ask — chances are, we’ve got a solution ready for you.

Waterloo, Iowa

When you’re looking for reliable Midwest railcar cleaning, Waterloo is built for efficiency. Our Rule 1 Certified crews handle both interior and exterior cleaning with the kind of care that keeps your fleet safe, compliant, and ready to roll. This location is designed for fast turnaround while meeting the highest AAR standards.
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Omaha, Nebraska

Our Railcar Omaha facility is right in the heart of Nebraska’s rail network, served by both BNSF and UPRR. It’s a go-to hub for shippers looking for dependable Nebraska railcar cleaning services, including specialized kosher cleaning and flaring. With Rule 1 Certification, you can trust your cars are in expert hands.
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El Dorado, Kansas

El Dorado is where compliance meets capability. This Midwest railcar hub offers full-spectrum cleaning, including kosher and flaring, backed by Rule 1 Certification. It’s also HAZMAT-ready, giving customers peace of mind when handling sensitive products like amines.
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Kansas City, Kansas

Our Kansas City railcar services site isn’t just a cleaning shop — it’s a complete Midwest railcar repair and service hub. With 100 acres of rail-ready infrastructure, a 50-car receiving capacity, and 300-car storage, it’s designed to handle just about anything you throw at it. From dismantling to high-pressure flaring, this location keeps big operations moving.
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Anderson, Indiana

Anderson is strategically located to connect Midwest shippers to cross-country markets. With MRU capabilities, this site offers flexible cleaning solutions right on site, plus storage and transloading to streamline your supply chain.
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Danville, Illinois (VVRR)

Positioned near I-74, our Danville facility is ideal for multimodal logistics. Known for its fast Midwest railcar repair and cleaning, this site turns cars around in just 15 days on average. With immediate availability and room to grow, it’s built to keep fleets moving without backlog.
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Danville, Illinois (Mervis)

The Mervis site brings together cleaning, flaring, and scrap processing — plus MRU capabilities that allow us to handle projects on site. It’s a flexible choice for shippers who want options without compromise.
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Defiance, Ohio

Defiance specializes in scrap. With custom processing, 80+ car onsite capacity, and same-day valuation reports, this location gives shippers competitive edge in recovery and resale. Indexed pricing and preferred terms make it easy to maximize the value of your scrap fleet.
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Lordstown, Ohio

Close to Cleveland and Pittsburgh, Lordstown is a convenient Midwest railcar hub. With MRU capabilities, storage options, and transloading services, it helps customers tap into major Midwest corridors while staying compliant with kosher cleaning and flaring requirements.
Services Offered:
We needed a partner who could handle multiple sites across the Midwest — from Nebraska railcar cleaning services to fast repairs in Kansas City. CRMS pulled it off seamlessly. They cut our turnaround times, gave us flexible storage options, and even deployed MRU crews when we couldn’t move cars offsite. They’ve become more than just a service provider — they’re part of our operation.
Logistics Manager, Midwest
Manufacturing Firm

Southeast Railcar Services for Freight Trains on the Move

The Southeast is a critical corridor for America’s freight trains, connecting ports, refineries, and manufacturers to markets across the country. CRMS locations in New Orleans and Birmingham give shippers flexible options for cleaning, storage, scrap, and transloading — all backed by MRU capabilities and teams who understand the fast-paced nature of rail logistics. Whether you’re handling hazardous cargo, bulk freight, or day-to-day fleet maintenance, our Southeast hubs are ready to keep your trains moving safely and on schedule.

Serving the Southeast, One Railcar at a Time

New Orleans or Birmingham — no matter where your fleet runs, our Southeast crews know how to keep railcars clean, compliant, and ready for the next move. And if your needs are a little outside the box, we’ll work with you to make it happen.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Right inside one of the busiest rail hubs in the South, our New Orleans facility is built for versatility. From kosher cleaning to trailer washing, this site handles everything from railcars to trucks, making it a true multimodal hub. With MRU capabilities and connections to every major Class I railroad, it’s a flexible choice for shippers who need scale and speed.
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Birmingham, Alabama

Our Birmingham location gives customers dependable railcar services with strong CSX connections. Known for efficient cleaning, storage, and scrap processing, it’s also equipped with MRU capabilities to support projects on site. It’s an ideal choice for shippers looking for reliable Southeast access without the congestion of a major port.
Services Offered:
We move a mix of chemicals and bulk freight through the Southeast, and CRMS has been a huge asset. In New Orleans, they turned around our railcars in record time, even handling the tricky kosher certification we needed. When unexpected maintenance cropped up in Birmingham, their MRU team was on-site within days. Having CRMS in the Southeast has saved us downtime and headaches.
Operations Director
Southeast Logistics Company

Rail Services That Keep the Pacific Northwest Connected

The Pacific Northwest is where industry meets global trade. With direct port access and strategic connections across Washington and Idaho, our facilities help shippers, manufacturers, and logistics companies keep their supply chains running smoothly. From railcar cleaning and storage to transloading heavy freight, CRMS Lewiston gives you reliable service where it matters most — keeping freight moving efficiently through one of the busiest trade regions in North America.

Rail Solutions, Built for the Northwest

Lewiston’s expansive storage yard is ready to handle your toughest railcar jobs. And if your requirements are unique, our team will work side by side with you to figure it out.

Lewiston, Idaho

Lewiston combines capacity with eco-friendly advantages. With more than 200 storage spots, river channel access, and expansion-ready infrastructure, it’s an ideal location for both short- and long-term needs. Lower emissions and lower costs make this site especially attractive for shippers looking to optimize budgets without sacrificing performance.
Services Offered:
We had a backlog of cars needing both cleaning and storage in the Pacific Northwest. CRMS stepped in at Lewiston and got our fleet turned around quickly, with real-time updates that kept our operations team in the loop. At Lewiston, their large storage capacity and smart pricing gave us breathing room during a tight shipping cycle. They’re flexible, dependable, and easy to work with.
Rail Fleet Manager
Northwest Manufacturing Company

Fast, Reliable Rail Services in the Mountain West

When you’re moving freight through the Rockies, speed and reliability make all the difference. Our Commerce City location gives shippers the confidence that railcars will be cleaned, repaired, and back in service without delay. With Class I access and a central position connecting western, midwestern, and southwestern markets, this hub is designed to cut downtime and keep your freight on track.

Faster Turnarounds. Smarter Repairs.

In Commerce City, we don’t just clean and transload — we get railcars back on the move. With turnaround times as quick as 14 days and on-site repair crews, we help you stay ahead of schedule.

Commerce City, Colorado

Centrally located and built for efficiency, our Commerce City site offers a full mix of services, from kosher cleaning to minor repairs. The real highlight? Quick turnaround — with railcars often ready within just 14 days. This makes it a go-to option for shippers who can’t afford delays. With MRU capabilities and access to both BNSF and UP networks, it’s ideally positioned to serve as a distribution hub across multiple regions.
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We had cars stuck in rotation that were slowing down an entire supply chain. CRMS’s Commerce City team stepped in, completed cleaning and repairs, and had them back in service in just two weeks. That kind of turnaround saved us from serious delays and helped us meet customer commitments. They’ve become our go-to crew in the Mountain West.
Logistics Supervisor
Regional Freight Operator

Big Rail Solutions with Big Capacity in the Southwest

The Southwest is all about space — and CRMS makes the most of it. With large-scale facilities in Texas and New Mexico, our sites offer massive storage, expansive laydown yards, and the kind of infrastructure that keeps freight moving even at scale. From railcar cleaning to transloading and repair, these locations give shippers room to grow and flexibility to manage big fleets without bottlenecks.

Space, Scale & Solutions — All in the Southwest

From Sweetwater’s 92 acres of track to Deming’s 500+ storage spots, our Southwest hubs are built for big operations. If your fleet needs more room — or more capability — we’re ready to make it happen.

Deming, New Mexico

Deming brings serious capacity to the table. With 100+ miles of track and 500+ storage spots, this site handles everything from NGLs to bulk solids. Add in project-based scrap processing and flexible staging areas, and you’ve got a location designed for scale and versatility.
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Sunray, Texas

Located on the TXNW, Sunray is built for quick turnaround. With cleaning, repair, storage, and transloading on-site, plus MRU flexibility, it’s a trusted hub for fleets that need consistent service and reliable scheduling in the Texas Panhandle.
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Sweetwater, Texas

Sweetwater is the jewel of the Southwest. With 92 acres of property, a 25-acre stabilized laydown yard, and 12,000+ feet of active BNSF-served track, this facility is built for massive throughput. Add in clean-to-store capabilities, staging areas, and proximity to Abilene’s data center, and you’ve got one of the most strategic hubs in the region.
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Harwood, Texas

Near I-10, Harwood offers versatile services including cleaning, scrap, repair, and transloading. With MRU crews available, it’s ideally positioned for bulk freight ranging from industrial goods to iron ore.
Services Offered:
When our fleet outgrew traditional yards, CRMS gave us the space we needed in Sweetwater and Deming. The scale of their facilities — combined with flexible cleaning and repair services — meant we could keep cars in rotation without hunting for overflow storage. Their team didn’t just provide capacity; they gave us breathing room to plan ahead.
Fleet Operations Manager,
Southwest Energy Company

Midwest Railcar Services & Repair Hubs

The Midwest has always been the heart of America’s rail network, and CRMS is right in the middle of it. From

Nebraska railcar cleaning services

in Omaha to full-scale

Midwest railcar repair

in Kansas City, our regional facilities are built to keep freight moving without delays. Whether you need storage, transloading, or specialized cleaning, our

Midwest railcar

locations combine scale, speed, and safety to support shippers, manufacturers, and logistics teams across the region.

Need Railcar Help in the Midwest?

From cleaning and repairs to storage and transloading, our Midwest locations are built to keep your freight moving. And if what you need isn’t listed here, just ask — chances are, we’ve got a solution ready for you.

Waterloo, Iowa

When you’re looking for reliable

Midwest railcar cleaning

, Waterloo is built for efficiency. Our Rule 1 Certified crews handle both interior and exterior cleaning with the kind of care that keeps your fleet safe, compliant, and ready to roll. This location is designed for fast turnaround while meeting the highest AAR standards.
Services Offered:

Omaha, Nebraska

Our

Railcar Omaha

facility is right in the heart of Nebraska’s rail network, served by both BNSF and UPRR. It’s a go-to hub for shippers looking for dependable

Nebraska railcar cleaning services

, including specialized kosher cleaning and flaring. With Rule 1 Certification, you can trust your cars are in expert hands.
Services Offered:

El Dorado, Kansas

El Dorado is where compliance meets capability. This

Midwest railcar

hub offers full-spectrum cleaning, including kosher and flaring, backed by Rule 1 Certification. It’s also HAZMAT-ready, giving customers peace of mind when handling sensitive products like amines.
Services Offered:

Kansas City, Kansas

Our

Kansas City railcar services

site isn’t just a cleaning shop — it’s a complete

Midwest railcar repair

and service hub. With 100 acres of rail-ready infrastructure, a 50-car receiving capacity, and 300-car storage, it’s designed to handle just about anything you throw at it. From dismantling to high-pressure flaring, this location keeps big operations moving.
Services Offered:

Anderson, Indiana

Anderson is strategically located to connect Midwest shippers to cross-country markets. With MRU capabilities, this site offers flexible cleaning solutions right on site, plus storage and transloading to streamline your supply chain.
Services Offered:

Midwest Loop, Danville, Illinois

Positioned near I-74, our Danville facility is ideal for multimodal logistics. Known for its fast

Midwest railcar repair

and cleaning, this site turns cars around in just 15 days on average. With immediate availability and room to grow, it’s built to keep fleets moving without backlog.
Services Offered:

Danville, Illinois (Mervis)

The Mervis site brings together cleaning, flaring, and scrap processing — plus MRU capabilities that allow us to handle projects on site. It’s a flexible choice for shippers who want options without compromise.
Services Offered:

Defiance, Ohio

Defiance specializes in scrap. With custom processing, 80+ car onsite capacity, and same-day valuation reports, this location gives shippers competitive edge in recovery and resale. Indexed pricing and preferred terms make it easy to maximize the value of your scrap fleet.
Services Offered:

Lordstown, Ohio

Close to Cleveland and Pittsburgh, Lordstown is a convenient

Midwest railcar

hub. With MRU capabilities, storage options, and transloading services, it helps customers tap into major Midwest corridors while staying compliant with kosher cleaning and flaring requirements.
Services Offered:
We needed a partner who could handle multiple sites across the Midwest — from

Nebraska railcar cleaning services

to fast repairs in Kansas City. CRMS pulled it off seamlessly. They cut our turnaround times, gave us flexible storage options, and even deployed MRU crews when we couldn’t move cars offsite. They’ve become more than just a service provider — they’re part of our operation.
Logistics Manager, Midwest
Manufacturing Firm

Paul Beckmann

Paul Beckmann is an accomplished Customer Experience and Executive Relations Manager at Creative Railcar Marketing Services. With extensive expertise in sales, marketing, operations and business software, he drives strategic partnerships and client success. A family man, Paul resides in Utah, enjoying active hobbies like golf, skiing, mountain biking, and surfing. His solution-oriented mindset and leadership skills make him a trusted railcar industry professional.

Nirveek Ghosh

Nirveek has a MBA degree in Marketing and brings in over 15 years of experience in global business, project management, consulting sales and digital marketing.

He works with the marketing department to manage the brand and marketing initiatives (manage website content and social media, blog, marketing collaterals, newsletter campaigns, search engine optimization etc.) and execute CRMS’s overall marketing strategy.

Nirveek has 6+ years of experience driving organic marketing campaigns across diverse industries. He is an avid fan of Manchester United and follows the EPL closely. During his leisure time he enjoys cycling and swimming.

Barb Ortyl

Barb brings nearly 20 years of experience in the Rail industry. She spent 19 of those years at GATX Rail in various Operations and Administrative roles. She followed the footsteps of her father who also worked for GATX and is now retired. She feels very fortunate to have worked for and with some of the best people in the industry and is grateful to be able to continue to do so.

Barb enjoys learning new things and putting that knowledge to good use. She loves digging in and finding ways to improve processes and creating “fancy” reports and dashboards. She has a genuine interest in helping others whenever and wherever she can.

In her free time, Barb enjoys spending time with her husband and adult twin daughters, as well as her furry co-working felines – Edith and Vinny.

Ashley Torres

Ashley Torres is the marketing director, focusing on web design, backend tech support, the creation of multimedia marketing material and marketig strategy. She holds a Bachelors of Science in IT and Technical Programming from Northeastern University. In her spare time, Ashley is an ardent baker, intermediate powerlifter, and nurtures a slightly abnormal obsession with dogs.

Claudia Escriba

A lifelong Chicagoan, Claudia Hernandez has an extensive background in accounting, management, and organization. She is certified in Information Processing Technology, and is currently earning her Bachelors of Science. Claudia is faith and family driven, loves her Yorkie, and collects inspirational quotes: “If sharing your dreams with people don’t make them at least giggle, then the dream isn’t big enough!”

Claudia Donato

Claudia Donato is an accountant and organization extraordinaire, taking out her workaholic tendencies on the main Chicago office. Outside of work Claudia is a sleep and exercise addict who enjoys urban exploration and dedicated community building.

Jennifer Van Horn

Jenifer Van Horn is renowned for her attentive listening skills and creative problem solving abilities. Her specialties include strategic relationship and partnership building within the rail industry, and finding common ground through tact and diplomacy. Jenifer is always striving for win-win-win outcomes.

Carlotta Gonzalez

Carlotta Gonzalez entered the rail industry in 2013 and has no intention of leaving! She’s developed a great understanding of BRC creation and railcar tracing technologies in addition to managing stenciling & reflecting programs. Carlotta’s family acts as constant inspiration, and in her spare time she loves nothing more than conversation over dinner, bonfires, and watching movies with her husband and their children.

Margaret Ebert

With decades of experience in operations, sales service, and support, Margaret Ebert provides essential insight into the day-to-day needs and logistics associated with railcar ownership, management, and maintenance. Her diverse set of expertise allows her to work successfully within tight deadlines.

She has been recognized and acknowledged for demonstrating an outstanding work ethic, positive attitude, and possessing exceptional communication skills. Margaret is an animal rescuer and has never lived in an abandoned caboose, though she aspires to.

Jeremy LeBeau

As personable as he is professional, Jeremy Lebeau is an indispensable member of the CRMS Sales Team. Jeremy is solutions oriented, and utilizes his exemplary knowledge of the rail industry to continually exceed customer expectations.

Ben Hines

Ben Hines holds a BA in Finance and Accounting from Western Michigan University, and has pulled his weight as a CRMS team member since 2011. Ben lives in Conifer, Colorado, where he enjoys a multitude of outdoor sports, especially whitewater rafting, fly fishing, and soccer.

Matthew Berberich

Matthew grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved to Fort Worth, Texas in late 2012. Shortly after calling Texas home Matthew enlisted in the United States Marine Corps as an electrical engineer. Throughout his active-duty career he was stationed in Japan, California, Guam, and Australia. Today, he continues to serve in the Marine Corps Reserve out of Waco, Texas. Matthew graduated from college with a degree in Supply Chain Management and professional selling while attending the University of North Texas.

Upon completion of school, he was hired by Trinity Industries where he began his career in industry as a Fleet Maintenance Planner. Matthew is married to his wife Caitlyn of 7 years and this past May they welcomed their first child Olivia. In Matthew’s free time he enjoys Golf, Skiing, Hunting, Sporting Clays, and spending time with his new little one A natural ‘Gear Head’ at heart, Nick enjoys switching through the gears on an open highway…Responsibly of course!