Union Pacific rejects BNSF, CPKC claims on CN access, EJ&E rights deal
UNP•EJ&E rights and merger context
Expanded EJ&E operating rights are positioned to route more traffic around Chicago, aiming to cut congestion and improve network reliability.
UP argued the CN agreements are not a substitute for a UP-Norfolk Southern merger, citing roughly 10,000 interline routes for new single-line service.
Union Pacific responds to criticism of CN agreement
Union Pacific rebutted BNSF and CPKC criticism of its CN agreement, calling claims of reduced shipper options inaccurate.
CN’s new Eagle Pass rights are limited to Canada-Mexico traffic; U.S. traffic to or from Canada and Mexico remains competitive with BNSF.
UP framed the deal as strengthening CN’s ability to compete with CPKC’s single-line Canada-Mexico route, increasing shipper choice.
