The Senate has officially approved Richard Kloster for a seat on the Surface Transportation Board (STB). His appointment comes at a particularly critical juncture for the independent federal agency. T
by Rail Rivals Challenge UP, NS Merger Bid
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern recently refiled their merger application, aiming to advance their consolidation efforts. However, this updated proposal has immediately faced significant opposition
by Update: UP’s revised filing for NS merger boosts number of freight conversions
Title: Union Pacific Submits Revised Norfolk Southern Merger Application
Union Pacific has filed a revised application with federal regulators concerning its proposed merger with Norfolk Southern. Thi
by Union Pacific, Rocky Mountain Steel Ink Seven-Year Supply Deal
Union Pacific and its rail supplier, Rocky Mountain Steel, have successfully resolved a recent dispute. The two companies announced a new seven-year agreement, securing a long-term partnership for cri
by Update: Revised UP-NS merger application will address deficiencies, critics concerns
Title: Railroads Rework Merger Application Following Regulator Concerns
Railroads Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) are preparing a revised application for their proposed merger. Regulators
by Union Pacific Shifts Intermodal Pricing Strategy
Union Pacific has announced significant adjustments to its intermodal pricing framework. This marks the second such revision within a five-week period, signaling a proactive approach to market conditi
by Update: STB declines to intervene on Meridian Speedway dispute
The Surface Transportation Board (STB) announced its decision not to intervene in the Meridian Speedway dispute. This ruling means the federal regulatory body will not take action on the contentious i
by UP-NS Merger Faces Uphill Regulatory Battle
The proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) is currently undergoing significant scrutiny from industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies. This monumental deal
by Potential UP-NS Merger Sparks Industry Concerns
A significant consolidation is under exploration within the U.S. freight railroad sector. Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS), two major players, are considering a potential merger. This prop
by JOC Survey Highlights High Intermodal Satisfaction, Names UP and J.B. Hunt Top Providers
Union Pacific (UP) and J.B. Hunt have earned recognition as the leading intermodal providers for the second half of 2025. These findings emerged from the latest Journal of Commerce (JOC) Intermodal Se