CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A new documentary about the Iowa Interstate Railroad marking the railroad’s 40th anniversary is now available at the company’s YouTube page.
“Revival and Redemption: Iowa Interstate at 40” is a 34-minute feature looking at the railroad’s growth from startup in 1984 to its current regional role linking Iowa and Illinois with the national rail network.
“This documentary is not just about trains — it’s about resilience,” Iowa Interstate Chairman Henry Posner III said in a press release. “The Iowa Interstate Railroad represents what can happen when local leadership, passionate employees, and strong communities come together to preserve and enhance an essential transportation link.”
Railroad President Joe Parsons calls the documentary “a fascinating look at how a once-dead railroad overcame all odds in the post-Staggers era of railroading.”
The film includes footage of the railroad’s early years; interviews with key individuals in the foundation, growth, and success of the railroad; Iowa Interstate’s role in supporting Midwest agriculture, manufacturing, and international trade; and a look at preparations for the future.
“As I learned more about the history of the Iowa Interstate Railroad from past and present employees, it became clear how much determination, innovation, and teamwork was required to build the railroad into what it is today,” said Nicholas Ozorak, owner of Streamliner Media and director of the film. “I greatly appreciated working with Railroad Development Corp. and the Iowa Interstate Railroad team to share this story with a wider audience.”
The documentary is available here and below.
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