🚆Union Pacific's Proposed Acquisition of Norfolk Southern Overview
Union Pacific Corporation (UPC) and Union Pacific Railroad Company (UP) (collectively, Union Pacific) and Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) and Norfolk Southern Railway Company (NS) (collectively, Norfolk Southern) (Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern collectively, Applicants) have notified the Surface Transportation Board (Board) of their intent to file an application seeking authority for the acquisition of control by UPC, through its wholly owned subsidiary Ruby Merger Sub 1 Corporation, of NSC and, through it, NS, and for the resulting common control by UPC of UP and NS. Applicants have indicated that 2023 will be the base year for their impact analysis and that they anticipate filing their application on or before January 29, 2026.
Learn More🚂BNSF Railway Trackage Rights Exemption from Union Pacific Approved
The Surface Transportation Board has granted BNSF Railway Company permission for trackage rights to expire, which were originally set to remain effective indefinitely. This decision aims to minimize regulatory burdens and facilitate the movement of unit ballast trains necessary for maintenance projects, aligning with established rail transportation policies.
Learn More🚆Notice on Railroad Signal System Modification by Union Pacific
This document provides the public notice that by letter received October 18, 2024, Union Pacific Railroad (UP) petitioned FRA seeking approval to discontinue or modify a signal system.
Learn More🚂Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad Operation Exemption Overview
Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad, LLC has filed for an exemption to lease and operate a railroad line from Union Pacific Railroad, along with adjacent yard tracks. The operational plans and revenue projections indicate a significant step for the business as it seeks to become a Class III rail carrier while outlining commitments to limit future interchanges with third-party carriers.
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