Class I Briefs: CPKC, UP
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) pays tribute to Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) with special locomotive livery. Also, Union Pacific’s (UP) UPVETS employee resource group raises funds for U.S. troops.
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Report: UP/NS Merger Afoot?
Union Pacific (UP) is in early-stage discussions to acquire Norfolk Southern (NS), “according to people familiar with the matter,” The Wall Street Journal reported July 17. “[T]here are no guarantees they will
Commentary
State of the Rails: Fourth of July Effect, Part 1
Given the Fourth of July effect in the most recent weekly data, we’ll give Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) a break from our weekly critique as it continues to try to restore fluidity after the May 3 U.S. IT cutover from
the old Kansas City Southern (KCS) Management Control System (MCS) to Canadian Pacific’s (CP) “TYES” system. Just kidding.
Class I Briefs: UP, CPKC, BNSF
Union Pacific (UP) is serving Roehm’s new petrochemical plant in Bay City, Tex. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) team in Portage, Wis., marks nine years injury-free; and BNSF nears the finish line at the Cicero Intermodal Facility in Illinois.
STB Affirms Continued Use of KCSR Haulage Rights
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) on July 7 announced a decision confirming the Kansas City Southern Railway Company’s (KCSR, now part of Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) with Canadian Pacific Railway (CP))
Commentary
NEPA NIMBYs Gnawed at CPKC (UPDATED, 6/23)
It is eminently logical that if one relocates to a community zoned for heavy industry, they shouldn’t be surprised that a 24/7 distribution hub is constructed near them, bringing with it additional noise and increased highway traffic. It follows that if one relocates to a community with main line railroad track, they shouldn’t be surprised with the arrival of additional train traffic.
For Ballard, Changes at the Top
Vancouver, B.C.-based Ballard Power Systems on June 16 reported that Randy MacEwen will step down as President and CEO. Following a succession planning process, the Board of Directors has appointed Marty Neese to
Class I Briefs: CSX, CPKC
CSX’s Public Safety Coordination Center recognizes two dispatchers for their “dedication to clear communication and quick action” that helps keep communities safe. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) Alyth Car Shop marks a safety milestone.
Commentary
For CPKC, a Post-Winter Maintenance Blitz
After a long, cold Canadian winter, folks in the Great White North usually look forward to spring. We’ll put away our snow shovels and turn to gardening tools. Trees sprout leaves, flowers
Class I Briefs: CPKC, BNSF, CSX
The newest additions to Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) locomotive fleet arrive from Fort Worth, Texas. Also, BNSF reports its “best May ever” for dwell; and CSX recognizes West Virginia employees for their contributions.