Although Digital Railroad executives had hoped the company would be purchased by someone who will maintain its services, this is not to be. Photographers logging into their Digital Railroad archives today are being notified that the company has shut down, and that they have only 24 hours to access the archives hosted by the company.
Precisely when this notice was posted is not known; as such, it is difficult to predict the exact time of Digital Railroad's Web site take-down. It is also not clear if the company has notified its customers in a more active fashion than posting a notice that requires a visit to the Web site and access privileges to see. Telephone calls to Digital Railroad offices are being answered with a standardized message that advises that the phone number has been disconnected. Customers are directed to address questions pertaining to claims to Digital Railroad Inc., c/o Diablo Management Group 1452 N. Vasco Road, #301, Livermore, CA 94551.
Thousands of photographers use Digital Railroad archives. Backing up their images will undoubtedly take longer than usual as everyone rushes to the Web site at the same time.