A Leader in North American Transportation and Logistics
We offer complete supply chain solutions for Canada, U.S. and Mexico for containerized goods from ship or origin, to final destination. We do it all. We supply the containers - ourselves or through our partners - we truck your shipment to our nearest intermodal terminal, we load the container onto our CN train, and we get it to its destination. Whether you are a small business, a valued transportation partner or a retailer, Intermodal is accessible. If you can fill a container, we can ship it. And CN intermodal can help you save on your shipping costs.
Delivering Security, Reliability, and Confidence
With protection built into every step of its operations, CN delivers secure and reliable service customers can trust across North America.
Advanced Security Systems  

Advanced Security
Systems

CN uses layered security measures, including surveillance, secure terminals, and advanced monitoring, to protect shipments at every stage.
Intelligence-Led Protection  

Intelligence-Led
Protection

Data-driven insights and proactive risk detection help CN prevent incidents before they occur.
Optimized Train Movement  

Optimized Train
Movement

Real-time movement planning ensures secure, efficient routing across CN’s North American network.
Stronger Through Partnerships  

Stronger Through
Partnerships

Close coordination with law enforcement and regulatory partners enhances cargo protection and incident response.
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Through this comprehensive approach, CN has significantly reduced cargo theft incidents despite industry-wide challenges. Collaboration with law enforcement and continuous innovation strengthen CN’s ability to safeguard goods, ensuring customers’ shipments move safely and on time.

CN delivers more than freight, we deliver peace of mind.
Our Network and Avantages

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The CN Advantage

  • Vast rail network spanning 30,000 km and reaching 3 North American coasts
  • Unique combination of rail service, trucking, warehousing and distribution
  • Well-established partnerships offering seamless offline service with extensive reach into major North American markets
  • Strategically-located intermodal terminals near some of the most densely populated regions
  • Full complement of integrated logistics services and infrastructure
Added Value Options
If you are looking for special equipment or need additional expertise and services in customs brokerage, trucking, transloading and more, CN can help fill the gaps and provide complete end-to-end carefree and safe transportation solutions

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Complete
Trucking

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Customs
Brokerage

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Mexico
Services

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Transloading and Warehousing Services

Temperature Controlled Multimodal
Temperature Controlled Multimodal

Mobile Transport Trays (MTT)
Mobile Transport Trays (MTT)

Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)
Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)

Domestic Repositioning Program (DRP)
Domestic Repositioning Program (DRP)

Essential Resources
We’ve assembled a toolkit of information you need to know about working with CN. We’re all in this together and we want to equip you with any and all information you need about working safely and efficiently with us.


Pricing and Tariffs
Equipment & Loading Guidelines
Customer Safety
Shipment Quality
Intermodal Terminals  Intermodal Terminals
API  Track and Trace API
Consumer Goods   Ports
UPCOMING EVENTS

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RILA LINK 2026

February 1 to 4, 2026

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DEC 13, 2024 Port of Vancouver: Helping CN connect customers to the world Read More
NOV 27, 2024 Streamlining Trade and Logistics at the Border with CN’s Supply Chain Solutions Read More
FEB 25, 2025 Redefining Transload Solutions A Multilateral Collaboration Between CN, Kuehne+Nagel, and IntermodeX Read More
FEB 26, 2024 Fruitful Collaborations: CN Keeps It Fresh Read More
OCT 25, 2022 CN Railway Becomes Sole Canadian Partner in UP/NS EMP Program Read More
FEB 02, 2023 Deploying New Innovative Remote Monitoring Technology The smart choice for temperature-controlled cargo moving overseas Read More
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A Sustainable Option to Trucking
Leveraging rail for the long haul and trucking over shorter distances reduces GHG emissions.

Did You Know That:

  • A single freight train can replace over 300 big trucks?
  • CN Rail consumes 15% less fuel per gross ton mile than the industry average.
  • CN Rail has been recognized as a leader by the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index since 2012.

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Truck 

300 Trucks
A SINGLE FREIGHT TRAIN
CAN REPLACE
OVER 300 BIG TRUCKS 

 
Shipping with CN
CN’s sales team works hand-in-hand with customers to help them reach new markets and grow their business. With 24/7 customer service and a suite of digital tools for managing your shipments, we’ve built a toolkit that works for our customers.
Get in touch with us to learn more.