Class I Briefs: CPKC, CN, BNSF

Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) San Luis Potosí team wins the Class I’s 2025 Terminal of the Year award. Also, CN’s Campbellton, New Brunswick, team reaches more than 5,000 injury-free days; and BNSF reports a record month for dwell at Southern California ports.

“A picture is worth a thousand words when it comes to documenting hazards, and the [Enablon] app allows just that,” says Carolyn David, Senior Manager, Safety Systems at CN. “It’s making a positive impact for our teams, who are empowered to look out for each other by reporting near misses or potential hazards. It means we can take any prompt corrective actions to keep employees safer.” (CN Photograph)

Class I Briefs: CSX, CN

CSX introduces a Mobile Collision Safety system and supports the Florida National Guard’s largest rail operation in 17 years. Also, CN’s investment in the Enablon Go reporting system pays off.

NS’s Adams Tops 2025 Women in Rail Lineup

Topping the list of reasons to attend the much-anticipated 2025 Women in Rail Conference is kick-off speaker Annie Adams, Chief Human Resources Officer at Norfolk Southern (NS). Railway Age and RT&S are

“The strength of our transload network lies in partnerships—whether it’s third-party operators or short line railroads,” says Helen Quirke, Vice President, Supply Chain and Business Development at CN. “When we align our capabilities, we open up new markets, simplify logistics, and create real value for customers.” (CN Photograph)

Class I Briefs: CN, UP, CSX

CN eyes a transload network expansion with its Top-Tier Transload Partner Program. Also, Union Pacific (UP) replaces all rail infrastructure—inside a tunnel—in less than 24 hours on the Black Butte Subdivision, and opens applications for its third-annual Sustainability Partner Award program; and CSX’s Waycross, Ga., yard team marks a safety milestone.

(Source: CPKC and Loop Capital)
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.

Commentary

‘Consolidation’ Has Resurfaced

FROM THE EDITOR, RAILWAY AGE JULY 2025 ISSUE: Consolidation: “The action or process of making something stronger or more solid,” or, “The action or process of combining a number of things into

Rail Briefs: CSX, BJRY

CSX receives the 2025 Diolkos Award. Also, Burlington Junction Railway (BJRY) celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Class I Briefs: BNSF, UP, CN

BNSF recognizes five states for excellence in grade crossing safety. Also, Union Pacific’s (UP) Bailey Yard hosts senior leaders for a field visit; and CN partners with the Société du chemin de fer de la Gaspésie (SCFG) to ensure continued affordability and mobility of rail service in Quebec.

Étienne Bourgeois has joined CN as Vice President, Treasury and Tax. (CN Image)

People News: CRC, CN

The Commuter Rail Coalition (CRC) announces its 2025 Board of Directors, led by Michelle Bouchard, Executive Director of Caltrain. Also, Étienne Bourgeois joins CN as Vice President, Treasury and Tax.

(CN Image)

CN Outlines 2025 Capex Plan (UPDATED 7/2)

CN is allocating approximately C$3.4 billion in 2025 to maintenance and “strategic” infrastructure initiatives, plus rolling stock (net of customer reimbursements), the Class I reported May 15. The investment, CN said, underscores

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