CN Supporting More Than 300 Customer Growth Projects Across Its Network
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CN (NYSE: CNI) reports that it is supporting more than 300 customer development projects across its North American rail network. In 2025, CN helped bring over 70 customer projects into service, tied to more than $2 billion in customer investment.
By mid-2026, CN has supported 30 additional customer-led projects and is on track for roughly 70 more by late 2026 and early 2027. The company plans approximately $2.8 billion of capital investment in 2026, including the Zanardi Rapids Bridge and Glen Valley double-track projects, after 2025 upgrades on the Edson Subdivision increased corridor capacity by about 25%.
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- Over $2 billion in customer investment supported across CN’s network in 2025
- Pipeline of 300+ customer development projects across North America
- 2025 Edson Subdivision upgrades increased corridor capacity by ~25%
- 2026 capital plan of ~$2.8 billion targeting safety, capacity and resiliency
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- Planned 2026 capital spending of approximately $2.8 billion represents a significant cash outlay
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Customer investments exceeded
MONTREAL, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) today announced that it is supporting the development of more than 300 customer development projects across its North American network, reinforcing its role in strengthening supply chains and powering economic growth.
In 2025, CN helped bring more than 70 customer projects into service, representing over
"Our customers are making significant investments because they have confidence in the strength of CN's network and our ability to grow alongside them. We've invested in the capacity, infrastructure and operating model needed to support new business while continuing to improve network fluidity. That allows us to move more traffic safely and efficiently while giving customers the confidence to invest, expand and bring new industrial projects online across North America."
– Sandra Ellis, Vice-President, Bulk, Industrial and Business Development, CN
Beyond supporting customer growth across its network, CN also plays a critical role in supporting the construction of major infrastructure projects. From moving specialized equipment and construction materials for the LNG Canada project in Kitimat, B.C., to supporting the BC Hydro Site C project, CN's network and supply chain expertise helped deliver the materials needed to advance these transformative investments.
In 2026, CN is investing approximately
CN’s capital investments are already delivering results. Major capacity improvements completed in 2025 along CN's Edson Subdivision have increased corridor capacity by approximately 25 percent, helping CN support growing customer demand while maintaining a safe, fluid and reliable network.
CN continues to work closely with customers and supply chain partners to bring new projects online, supporting long-term economic growth while strengthening the resilience and competitiveness of North American supply chains.
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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