GATX Corporation

Overview
GATX Corporation (NYSE: GMT), provides lease financing and related services to customers operating rail, marine and other targeted assets. GATX is a leader in leasing transportation assets and controls one of the largest railcar fleets in the world. Applying over a century of operating experience and strong market and asset expertise, GATX provides quality assets and services to customers worldwide. GATX has been headquartered in Chicago, IL since its founding in 1898 and has traded on the New York Stock Exchange since 1916.

GATX employs finance and leasing professionals, portfolio managers, asset experts, and engineering and technical specialists. GATX also employs professionals in structured finance, risk management, legal documentation, tax analysis and information systems. GATX is comprised of Rail, Specialty and American Steamship Company (ASC), which focus their skills and expertise on targeted markets.

Rail
GATX is a leader in the rail leasing industry with more than 100 years of rail industry experience, preeminent expertise in specialized railcars, and a growing international presence. GATX is the largest tank car lessor in North America and owns the largest locomotive operating lease fleet in North America. With interest in approximately 161,000 railcars worldwide, GATX is active in North America and Europe.

Specialty
GATX combines a broad range of asset-based financial services, including asset/portfolio acquisitions, management, and remarketing. GATX has investments, both principally and with partners, in a variety of assets. Through its Shipping and Marine group, GATX pursues related transactions on a global basis. In addition, GATX leverages its asset management capabilities by providing asset management for third-party owners.

GATX strives to:

  • Provide an attractive risk-adjusted return to shareholders
  • Be an excellent operator focused on providing quality services to customers
  • Provide clear direction and challenging opportunities to employees

GATX Corporation is headquartered in Chicago, IL with offices around the United States and Europe. Our largest satellite offices are located in San Francisco and Vienna. For more information, visit the Company's website at www.gatx.com.