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CPKC CEO says refiled UP-NS merger bid “unnecessary,” risks market power abuse

PUBT·05/11/2026 11:02:40
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CPKC CEO says refiled UP-NS merger bid “unnecessary,” risks market power abuse
  • CPKC CEO Keith Creel criticized Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern for refiling merger application with Surface Transportation Board on April 30, saying revised filing still fails to meet STB major merger standards.
  • Creel said combined UP-NS could control nearly 50% of U.S. freight rail traffic, warning of higher market power risk for shippers, workers, supply chains.
  • CPKC filed comments May 8 challenging completeness of revised application, citing missing detailed market impact analysis based on projected future traffic shares for key commodities, corridors.
  • Creel urged rail customers to file notices of intent to participate, saying stakeholder input is critical if STB accepts application for review.


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