CPKC Grain: ‘Return to More Typical Demand’

Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s 2024-2025 Grain Service Outlook Report, which outlines the railroad’s grain transportation plan for export to international markets, notes that, “based on current forecasts, we expect a return to

“In 2023, we continued to hone our focus on adopting innovative alternative fuels for decarbonization, including testing biofuels in locomotives and advancing use of hydrogen-powered locomotives [pictured],” CSX reported in its new 90-page ESG report. (Screen grab from CSX video)

Class I Briefs: CSX, BNSF

CSX releases a new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting its advancements in 2023 with special reports and videos, including the launch of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered locomotive. Also, BNSF donates

(CPKC Photograph)

CPKC: Carrying 2Q24 ‘Momentum’ Into Second-Half 2024

“Our excellent second-quarter results showcase how the advantages of this unrivaled North American network are being realized,” said CPKC President and CEO Keith Creel during a financial report on July 30. The

Patrick J. Ottensmeyer, 67

Flags across the Canadian Pacific Kansas City transnational railroad network are flying at half-mast in honor of Patrick J. Ottensmeyer, who served as final President and CEO of Kansas City Southern from 2015

Pictured: The 2024 CPKC Women’s Open trophy presentation. According to the railroad, big crowds and memorable performances during the Open helped it to raise C$4.3 million for heart health in Alberta. (CPKC Photograph)

Class I Briefs: CPKC, CSX, NS, BNSF

At the CPKC Women’s Open, a record C$4.3 million was raised to support children’s heart health research and cardiac care in Alberta, Canada. Also, CSX President and CEO Joe Hinrichs earns a 2024 Ultimate CEO award; Norfolk Southern (NS) provides more than 100 scholarships to its railroaders’ children; and BNSF recognizes Tristar FLC Inc., one of its Premier Transload companies, for 20 years of “excellence.”

CSX has earned the “Club Elite” designation for finished vehicle transport service in 2023 from Hyundai GLOVIS. (CSX Photograph)

Class I Briefs: CSX, BNSF, CPKC

CSX is recognized for its 2023 finished vehicle transport service by Hyundai GLOVIS, the logistics service provider for Hyundai Motor America and Kia America. Also, BNSF’s Wichita Falls, Tex.-based signal group sets a safety record; and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) launches a new Winnipeg (Manitoba) General Yard Office.

The team at Juniata Locomotive Paint Shop in Altoona, Pa., “creates the face of the Norfolk Southern”—from its Heritage units to the new Thoroughbred Locomotive and everything in between. (Screenshot of NS Video showcasing Juniata).

Class I Briefs: NS, CPKC

Have you ever wondered who paints Norfolk Southern (NS) locomotives? The Class I releases a special video showcasing the team and its Juniata shop in Pennsylvania. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is wrapping up its Final Spike Anniversary Steam Tour in Canada.

CPKC on June 26 reported via LinkedIn that it has opened its newest automotive facility near Dallas, Tex., to boost vehicle distribution capacity. (Screen Grab of CPKC Video Posted on LinkedIn)

Class I Briefs: CPKC, CSX, NS, UP

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) opens a new automotive facility in Texas. Also, CSX earns a 2024 Navy Employer Recognition Award; Norfolk Southern (NS) launches its 2024 internship program; Union Pacific (UP) EVP Marketing and Sales Kenny Rocker provides a service status report, and UP is teaming with Viterra to serve a new grain facility in Dalhart, Tex.

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Transnational Triumph

Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s Final Spike Anniversary Steam Tour is an historic three-nation round-trip journey that began in Calgary on April 24, 2024 to mark the one-year anniversary of CPKC’s official merger.

NS recently unveiled this new locomotive paint scheme in Altoona, Pa., that pays tribute to its railroaders. (Alan Shaw Photograph)

Class I Briefs: NS, CPKC, CN (UPDATED 6/12)

Norfolk Southern (NS) celebrates its railroaders with a Thoroughbred Locomotive painted in a special scheme. Also, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) meets with officials in Toronto, Canada, and marks the completion of the Final Spike Steam Tour in Mexico; and CN continues its partnership with Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame.

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