Keeping Competition on Track

When it comes to the potential merger between UP and NS, we believe our customers’ voices must be heard

SPEAK UP!
Advocate for Increased Competition
Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) have announced their intent to merge and have submitted their full application to the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB). This transaction could have far-reaching implications for rail competition, supply chains, and service reliability in North America. CN will be actively participating in the STB review of this proposed merger.

What You Can Do to Strengthen the Case for Fair Competition and Safeguards

Protecting competition is not optional, it is essential to keeping costs down and the economy sound. The fact is that this merger would create a single entity that controls more than 40% of the US freight rail market. Without real competition, prices go up and consumers lose.


There are currently two options to ensure that your voice is heard with regards to the merger:

FILE WITH THE STB   SPEAK TO THE DOJ

File a Notice of Intent to Participate With the STB

The STB allows customers and stakeholders like you to formally participate in the review. To participate in the STB process, you must file a Notice of Intent to Participate under docket number FD 36873 before the deadline. The deadline could be as early as February 2, 2026. This will give you the option to ensure that your concerns and priorities can be formally considered as the Board evaluates the merger and any conditions that may be imposed. It will also provide your company with electronic copies of any submission in the case.

Notice of Intent to Participate - Templates

Letter   Formal Pleading
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File your “Notice of Intent to Participate” with the STB.
The docket number is FD 36873
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Review the merger application for competition impacts
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Advocating for Outcomes that Increase Competition
Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) have announced their intent to merge and will submit their fullapplication to the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB) this Fall. This transaction could have far-reachingimplications for rail competition, supply chain flexibility, and service reliability in North America. CN will beactively participating in the STB review of this proposed merger.
Speak Confidentially with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)

The Transportation, Energy, and Agriculture Section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division also wants to hear any concerns you have on this merger. The DOJ’s Confidentiality Policy ensures any information provided is used only for law enforcement purposes.

Don Amlin
don.amlin@usdoj.gov
202-598-8180

Katherine Celeste Speegle
katherine.celeste@usdoj.gov
CN is Committed to Moving America
CN is a vital partner in powering the U.S. economy. We invest billions in American freight rail infrastructure to support supply chains, job growth, and ensure the safe, reliable flow of goods across North America. Our strong U.S. presence and deep local ties help drive communities, businesses, and consumers forward. Together, we’re building a more resilient, efficient, and prosperous future.
CN is Committed to Moving America
CN is a vital partner in powering the U.S. economy. We invest billions in American freight rail infrastructure, that support supply chains, thousands of jobs, and ensure the reliable flow of goods across North America. Our strong U.S. presence and deep local ties help drive communities, businesses, and consumers forward. Together, we’re building a more resilient, efficient, and prosperous future.
25,000+


U.S. JOBS SUPPORTED
(total direct, indirect induced)
$4.1B


CONTRIBUTION TO
U.S. GDP

$1.7B


GENERATED
TAX REVENUE

90+

SHORTLINE
CONNECTIONS
48

STATES REACHED
VIA INTERCHANGE
Advocating for Outcomes that Increase Competition
Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) have announced their intent to merge and will submit their fullapplication to the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB) this Fall. This transaction could have far-reachingimplications for rail competition, supply chain flexibility, and service reliability in North America. CN will beactively participating in the STB review of this proposed merger.

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