Union Pacific, CN sign pact giving CN access rights tied to proposed Norfolk Southern merger

• Union Pacific and CN signed a binding memorandum setting terms for CN access tied to the proposed Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger.
• CN would gain competitive access where shipper rail options fall from 2-to-1 or 3-to-2, subject to operational feasibility.
• CN would acquire Norfolk Southern stakes in Kansas City Terminal Railway and the Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis.
• CN would receive Midwest operating rights, including Tuscola–East St. Louis overhead rights and customer access between St. Louis and Kansas City.
• CN agreed not to oppose the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern deal, with implementation contingent on approval and closing.

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