This is a weekly report that analyzes operational and service trends for the North American Class I railroads. This edition incorporates weekly operating data through February 28.
BNSF makes “significant progress” in its recovery efforts in the Class I’s Northern Corridor. Also, CN partner Crowley will launch its Mexico Gulf Express service in May; and CSX begins its 2025 Responder Incident Training in Baldwin, Fla.
Jerry Peck is selected to lead The Belt Railway of Chicago (BRC). Also, Allison Dane Camden joins STV as Vice President and Pacific Northwest Area Manager within the firm’s Transportation West group.
Viterra recently broke ground on its newest grain elevator in Dalhart, Tex., to be served by Union Pacific (UP), and G3 Canada announced plans to build a new grain terminal at the
CN and Iowa Northern Railway Company (IANR) on March 1 officially joined their operations, following Surface Transportation Board (STB) approval earlier this year.
Consistent with his objective to “increase transparency at the agency,” Surface Transportation Board (STB) Chairman Patrick Fuchs on Feb. 21 provided an update on recent actions to “facilitate and expedite resolution” of several long-standing Board proceedings.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) publishes an update on low carbon transition. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS) supports employees and communities and restores network following severe weather impact on the Eastern U.S.; and CN is recognized for commitment to delivering responsibly.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) opens a new operations center in Monterrey, Mexico. Also, Union Pacific (UP) and Texas Operation Lifesaver team on rail safety training; and CN is officially recertified as a Responsible Care® Partner.
CN recently announced that on Feb. 14 it has formally ratified a new four-year tentative collective agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), which represents approximately 750 Signals and Communications
Ten Canadian communities receive grants totaling $500,000 from the CN EcoConnexions – From the Ground Up program. Meanwhile, CN, Union Pacific (UP), and Grupo México Transportes earn spots in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Also, BNSF wheel plant employees in Nebraska mark a safety milestone.