Union Pacific says rail merger could unclog Chicago. Critics worry about costs and traffic tie-ups.

Union Pacific’s plan could mean less congestion and pollution, but neighborhoods near tracks could experience more commuting ...
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Creel warns UP–NS merger is no ‘fait accompli’

Canadian Pacific Kansas City CEO Keith Creel disagrees with Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena’s contention that the UP-Norfolk ...
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Ports and Marine Terminals Sound Alarm Over UP-NS Rail Merger

The National Association of Waterfront Employers says rail consolidation carries risks for intermodal rail services, port ...
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UP now expects to file NS merger application around Dec. 16

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern now expect to file their merger application with federal regulators around Dec. 16, two ...

Union Pacific delays rail merger filing

The railroads had expected to file their formal merger application with the Surface Transportation Board this week. The post ...
Commercial Carrier Journal

Historic rail merger draws ire of competitor

As Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern pursue a transcontinental merger, BNSF asks regulators to enforce 30-year-old ...
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More trade groups oppose UP-NS deal, citing weakened industry competition

More than 60 trade associations and chambers of commerce submitted a letter to the Surface Transportation Board in November ...
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More trade groups oppose UP-NS deal

More than 60 trade associations and chambers of commerce submitted a letter to the Surface Transportation Board this week ...
Railway Age

NS Partners to Support Passenger Rail

In addition to moving freight, Norfolk Southern (NS) has also “played an industry-leading role” in hosting new and existing ...