OUR HISTORY
Delta Railroad Services started as a small railroad construction business and has since expanded to be one of the top tier railroad construction companies in North America.
FOUNDED BY COSMO ANTHONY LAURELLO IN 1957
Today, as a multigenerational family-owned and operated business with over 150 employees, Delta Railroad Services is widely recognized as a premier railroad construction and equipment rental company serving the growing railroad infrastructure needs in the U.S. and throughout North America.
From railroad construction expertise to top-of-the-line equipment rentals, Delta Railroad Services is dedicated to delivering a seamless end-to-end customer experience, unique to the needs of each project, person, and partnership in focus.
The Years Archived
2012
QTE expands into 50,000 square foot facility.
2015
DRCI awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 certification.
2020
Salcef USA acquired 90% of US Stock.
2022
Started Rail Grinding division.
2024
Linda Laurello Succeeds Larry Laurello as CEO.
1957
Cosmo A. Laurello starts the Railroad Construction Company, company begins operations
1968
The Railroad Construction Company becomes one of the first contractors in the country to purchase a new Automatic Production Tamping machine to surface track.
1975
Delta Railroad Construction expands and builds a new office and maintenance facility to store and maintain its ever growing fleet of Maintenance of Way equipment and track supplies.
1965
Cosmo L. Laurello (Son of Cosmo A. Laurello) joins the Railroad Construction Company, expands customer base.
1970
The Railroad Construction Company was incorporated and Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. (DRCI) was born.
1985
Ida L. Laurello is elected President of Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. Delta lands its largest contract to date, a 150 mile project for the Hammermill Corporation on the Allegheny and Eastern Railroad.
1986
Third generation family members, Larry, Mickey, and Paul Laurello along with their cousin Rick Ryel, move from field positions to administrative positions within the company.
1994
C.L. Laurello is inducted into the NRC Hall of Fame (National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association, Inc.).
2000
Parent company, DRCI constructs a precast building to enclose a new 18’ x 18’ x 60’ paint booth to improve the quality and efficiency of the machine painting process for the remanufacturing division Quality Track Equipment.
1993
DRCI becomes the first railroad contractor in the country to purchase a new MKIV Production Tamper from the Fairmont Tamper Company.
1998
Quality Track Equipment (QTE) is established to meet the growing needs for re-manufacturing Maintenance of Way equipment in the railroad industry. QTE was awarded a four machine re-manufacturing order from Harsco Track Technologies.
2001
Flash Butt welding division added.
Safety First
Delta Railroad Services’ commitment to safety remains unmatched. We believe in fostering a workforce dedicated to the highest safety standards and protocols for the wellbeing of our valued team members, partners, and customers.
Sustainability Statement
As leaders in the railway infrastructure sector, Delta Railroad Services has always worked to enhance railway infrastructures through the adoption of sustainable practices.
Our integrated approach spans our economic and financial, environmental, social and governance and is focused on safeguarding future generations, ensuring less pollution and greater liveability for our cities.
WE DO THIS BY:
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Decreasing air and water pollution
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Optimizing energy consumption and waste reduction
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Refurbishing raw and legacy materials for ongoing use
1957
Cosmo A. Laurello starts the Railroad Construction Company, company begins operations
1965
Cosmo L. Laurello (Son of Cosmo A. Laurello) joins the Railroad Construction Company, expands customer base.
1968
The Railroad Construction Company becomes one of the first contractors in the country to purchase a new Automatic Production Tamping machine to surface track.
1985
Ida L. Laurello is elected President of Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. Delta lands its largest contract to date, a 150 mile project for the Hammermill Corporation on the Allegheny and Eastern Railroad.
1970
The Railroad Construction Company was incorporated and Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. (DRCI) was born.
1993
DRCI becomes the first railroad contractor in the country to purchase a new MKIV Production Tamper from the Fairmont Tamper Company.
1975
Delta Railroad Construction expands and builds a new office and maintenance facility to store and maintain its ever growing fleet of Maintenance of Way equipment and track supplies.
1986
Third generation family members, Larry, Mickey, and Paul Laurello along with their cousin Rick Ryel, move from field positions to administrative positions within the company.
1994
C.L. Laurello is inducted into the NRC Hall of Fame (National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association, Inc.).
1998
Quality Track Equipment (QTE) is established to meet the growing needs for re-manufacturing Maintenance of Way equipment in the railroad industry. QTE was awarded a four machine re-manufacturing order from Harsco Track Technologies.
2000
Parent company, DRCI constructs a precast building to enclose a new 18’ x 18’ x 60’ paint booth to improve the quality and efficiency of the machine painting process for the remanufacturing division Quality Track Equipment.
2001
Flash Butt Welding Division Added
2012
QTE expands into 50,000 square foot facility.
2015
DRCI awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 certification.
2020
Salcef USA acquired 90% of US Stock.
2022
Started Rail Grinding division.
2024
Linda Laurello Succeeds Larry Laurello as CEO.
PROUD MEMBERS OF THE
Salcef Group
Delta Railroad Services is a proud member of the Salcef Group. Serving the market for over 75 years, Salcef Group is a global leading player providing the railway industry with a comprehensive ecosystem of products and services.
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Core Values
The following Core Values are the set of principles that guide Delta Railroad Services actions, behaviors, and decisions. They are the foundation of our collective culture and the behaviors expected of #TeamDelta.
COMMITMENT
TO SAFETY
Safety is our unwavering commitment, shaping every aspect of our operations. We are devoted to ensuring every employee returns home safe and sound.
ONE TEAM,
UNITED
We honor the power of collaboration, embracing both individual and collective strengths — because together, we are unstoppable.
INTEGRITY, WITHOUT
COMPROMISE
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our endeavors. We are committed to doing what is right in all situations — even when it is difficult.
FAMILY
VALUES
Family values are core to our legacy. We prioritize work-life balance, foster camaraderie, & nurture an environment where everyone thrives personally & professionally.
1957
Cosmo A. Laurello starts the Railroad Construction Company, company begins operations.
1965
Cosmo L. Laurello (Son of Cosmo A. Laurello) joins the Railroad Construction Company, expands customer base.
1968
The Railroad Construction Company becomes one of the first contractors in the country to purchase a new Automatic Production Tamping machine to surface track.
1970
The Railroad Construction Company was incorporated and Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. (DRCI) was born.
1975
Delta Railroad Construction expands and builds a new office and maintenance facility to store and maintain its ever growing fleet of Maintenance of Way equipment and track supplies.
1985
Ida L. Laurello is elected President of Delta Railroad Construction, Inc. Delta lands its largest contract to date, a 150 mile project for the Hammermill Corporation on the Allegheny and Eastern Railroad.
1986
Third generation family members, Larry, Mickey, and Paul Laurello along with their cousin Rick Ryel, move from field positions to administrative positions within the company.
1993
DRCI becomes the first railroad contractor in the country to purchase a new MKIV Production Tamper from the Fairmont Tamper Company.
1994
C.L. Laurello is inducted into the NRC Hall of Fame (National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association, Inc.).
1998
Quality Track Equipment (QTE) is established to meet the growing needs for re-manufacturing Maintenance of Way equipment in the railroad industry. QTE was awarded a four machine re-manufacturing order from Harsco Track Technologies.
2000
Parent company, DRCI constructs a precast building to enclose a new 18’ x 18’ x 60’ paint booth to improve the quality and efficiency of the machine painting process for the remanufacturing division Quality Track Equipment.
2001
Flash Butt welding division added.
2012
QTE expands into 50,000 square foot facility.
2015
DRCI awarded the prestigious ISO 9001:2008 certification.
2020
Salcef USA acquired 90% of US Stock.
2022
Started Rail Grinding division.
2024
Linda Laurello Succeeds Larry Laurello as CEO.
