Florida East Coast Railway has announced that James Hertwig will become President and CEO of the Company effective July 1, 2010.

Mr. Hertwig is an accomplished expert in intermodal transportation and is highly respected throughout the industry. 'He has been president and CEO of Carolina Freight Carriers Corporation, president of Landstar Logistics, Inc., and most recently president of CSX Intermodal. 'Mr. Hertwig currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Intermodal Transportation Institute at the University of Denver and is beginning his third term on the Board of Directors for the Intermodal Association of North America. 'Jim's experience and skill set are an ideal fit for the FEC and will be extremely beneficial in driving the Company's growth and long-term franchise value,' said FEC Chairman John Giles.

Mr. Hertwig succeeds David Rohal. Mr. Rohal will continue in his RailAmerica role as senior vice president and will remain on the FEC Board of Managers.