BNSF
BNSF announced Feb. 20 that it has reached a new five-year, collective bargaining agreement with members of the TCU intermodal group, covering members at the Class I’s Cicero, Corwith, Seattle, and Memphis intermodal facilities.
The new agreement, subject to ratification, covers 746 employees and gives covered members wage increases totaling 17.5% over five years (18.8% compounded) with retroactive pay beginning July 1, 2025, as well as accelerated enhancements in vacation and preserved health care benefits.
“This new tentative agreement reflects the vital role our TCU intermodal team members play in our operation,” said BNSF President and CEO Katie Farmer. “Open, honest collaboration is the foundation of our success, and this marks our unwavering commitment to maintaining exceptional safety and service for our customers.”
“I want to commend our bargaining committee for their efforts to secure real gains, and I’m confident this agreement moves our members forward,” said TCU/IAM National President Matt Hollis. “I also recognize the cooperation of BNSF CEO Katie Farmer and her labor relations team. Reaching agreements for such a large number of employees isn’t always the easiest task, but I appreciate the effort of both groups who worked diligently to reach a fair agreement.”
This tentative agreement follows the same terms as the current national pattern. Ninety-five percent of BNSF’s workforce and 12 of the 13 represented unions are now covered by either ratified or tentative agreements.
NS
NS recently teamed up with its short line partner, G&W, to provide rail safety education to more than 300 Savannah–Chatham County Public School System bus drivers and monitors at Johnson High School in Savannah, Ga.
“Every day, school bus drivers help keep students safe—and they also play a key role in sharing life‑saving rail safety lessons with young riders and future drivers. By sharing tips and guidance, we’re helping communities make safer choices around railroad crossings and tracks,” NS wrote in a LinkedIn post.
“Rail safety is a shared responsibility. Through education, strong partnerships, and ongoing outreach, NS is committed to protecting the people and communities we serve, 24/7/365.”
CPKC
CPKC recently participated in Canada’s Trade Mission to Mexico and its visits to Mexico City and Monterrey.
This engagement brought together more than 370 Canadian business leaders representing 250 Canadian companies to meet with Mexican business counterparts and government officials to explore new opportunities to grow Canada-Mexico trade.
“Congratulations to Canada’s Minister for North American Trade Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Agriculture Heath MacDonald, Canada’s Ambassador to Mexico Cameron MacKay, and the entire delegation for leading a successful and productive mission, Canada’s largest-ever trade mission,” CPKC wrote in a LinkedIn post.
CN
CN recently welcomed Canada’s Minister of Transport Steven MacKinnon to its Campus in Winnipeg, alongside Members of Parliament Doug Eyolfson and Kevin Lamoureux.
During the visit, they saw how every CN employee completes hands-on training before entering the field, including advanced simulators and immersive virtual reality that replicate real-world conditions. Programs such as Working at Heights VR place employees in realistic bridge and structure scenarios, reinforcing the importance of staying focused and properly secured when working at heights.
“By combining advanced simulation with innovative technology, we help ensure our employees are prepared to make safe decisions every day,” CN wrote in a LinkedIn post.
“Thank you to Minister MacKinnon and local MPs for the visit and continued dialogue on rail safety.”
