CN Reports Third Quarter Grain Movement
CN (CNI) set a quarterly record by moving 7.94 million metric tonnes of Western Canadian grain in its third quarter.
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CN (CNI) set a quarterly record by moving 7.94 million metric tonnes of Western Canadian grain in its third quarter.
The volume surpassed the previous record of 7.48 million metric tonnes set in 2020. CN aims to sustain the momentum through winter and recently published its 2026-2027 Winter Plan, outlining measures across its network to support safe and reliable service.
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Positive
- Moderate pointThird-quarter grain movement reached 7.94 million metric tonnes, surpassing the 2020 record of 7.48 million.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.2026-2027 Winter Plan published with network measures to support safe and reliable winter service.
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MONTREAL, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that it set a new quarterly record for grain movement. CN moved 7.94 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain from Western Canada in its third quarter, surpassing the previous record of 7.48 MMT set in 2020.
The strong performance reflects robust customer demand, close collaboration across the grain supply chain and consistent execution of CN’s operating plan. CN remains focused on sustaining this momentum through winter while continuing to deliver safe, reliable and consistent service to producers, grain companies and supply chain partners.
CN Winter Plan
As CN prepares for winter operations, the Company recently published its 2026-2027 Winter Plan, outlining the proactive solutions in place across its network to support safe and reliable service.
About CN
CN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since 1919.
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FAQ
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How much Western Canadian grain did CN move in its third quarter?
CN moved 7.94 million metric tonnes of Western Canadian grain in its third quarter, setting a quarterly record. The previous record was 7.48 million metric tonnes, set in 2020.
What drove CN's record third-quarter grain movement?
CN attributes the record to customer demand, collaboration across the grain supply chain and consistent execution of its operating plan.