Canadian National Railway reports developments for a North American freight railroad that moves natural resources, manufactured products and finished goods across a network linking Canada's coasts with the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast. Recurring updates cover operating and financial results, grain movement, customer safety programs for regulated products, dividends, share repurchases, debt-market registration activity, shareholder voting matters and regulatory engagement affecting rail competition.
CN (CNI) and Amtrak have signed a new eight-year operating agreement governing Amtrak passenger services on CN-owned U.S. rail lines.
The deal resolves a proceeding of more than a decade before the Surface Transportation Board over the terms for routes including the City of New Orleans, Illini/Saluki and Wolverine. It creates an updated framework with a revised performance payment system aligned to the Federal Railroad Administration’s on-time performance standard, regular schedule reviews, and processes to address operational issues and disputes. CN and Amtrak will also deploy Onboard Shunt Enhancers on Amtrak trains running on CN’s network to improve grade-crossing train detection and support both safety and on-time performance.
CN (CNI) will make uniformed CN Police officers and other spokespeople available for media interviews during See Tracks? Think Train® Week from September 21-25, 2026. This annual campaign promotes safe behaviour near rail crossings and warns against trespassing on railway property.
CN Police and spokespeople will be accessible across CN’s U.S. network for phone, virtual and, where possible, in-person interviews, and will participate in community events. Media can request interviews and supporting visuals through CN’s media relations team. CN is partnering with Operation Lifesaver Inc. and local authorities to deliver online and in-person rail safety activities across North America.
CN (CNI) has filed with the U.S. Surface Transportation Board a description of the competitive conditions it plans to request in connection with the proposed Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern transaction.
The anticipated conditions build on a July Memorandum of Understanding between CN and Union Pacific and are intended to preserve rail competition and customer choice in key Midwest markets while expanding access to CN’s network. CN proposes protections for shippers in central and southern Illinois and Iowa that would otherwise go from two or three Class I rail options to fewer, and seeks new or improved access to Kansas City and the St. Louis/East St. Louis area through trackage rights and leasing of UP’s Neff Yard. The company states it is prepared to invest in the expanded services. All conditions remain subject to STB approval and closing of the UP‑NS deal.
CN (CNI) announced that President and CEO Tracy Robinson will speak at Morgan Stanley’s 14th Annual Laguna Conference on September 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
The presentation will be available via a live webcast through the Investors section of CN’s website at www.cn.ca/investors, with a replay accessible after the event. CN highlights that it transports more than 300 million tons of goods annually across a nearly 20,000-mile rail network connecting Canada’s coasts with the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast.
CN (CNI) reported a new monthly record for grain movement in August 2026, moving 2.50 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain from Western Canada.
This exceeded the previous August record of 2.34 MMT set in 2020 and signals a strong start to the 2026–27 crop year. CN attributes the performance to strong demand, collaboration with grain supply chain partners and execution of its operating plan, supported by its 2026–27 Grain Plan.
CN (NYSE: CNI) announced progress in its hybrid locomotive development program, expanding from one pilot unit to three locomotives under test and targeting conversion of two additional locomotives to hybrid-electric platforms with AC traction technology by the end of 2026.
According to CN, the initial pilot delivered up to 50% fuel-efficiency improvement, fewer traditional engine-related failures, higher horsepower, and reduced idling, lowering noise and emissions. The upgraded design features solid-state battery technology, a larger 2.8 MWh battery system paired with an 800 HP Tier 4 engine, and increased total horsepower from 3,200 to 3,800 HP, as CN works to modernize yard power across its North American network.
CN (NYSE: CNI) reported a record 2025–26 crop year, moving more than 33.8 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain from Western Canada, beating the prior 2024–25 record of 31.2 MMT.
July grain shipments reached 2.62 MMT, above the previous July record of 2.43 MMT, and CN released its new 2026–27 Grain Plan to prepare its network and resources for the upcoming harvest.
CN (NYSE: CNI) announced the America250 Hometown Whistle Stop Tour, a three-day journey across its U.S. rail network from August 17–19, 2026, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary and freight rail’s role in connecting communities, industries and supply chains.
Two America250 commemorative locomotives will travel through South Bend (IN), East Lansing (MI), Durand (MI) and Flat Rock (MI). Events are open to the public and media, with an event flyer providing exact times and locations. Media must pre-register with CN’s media relations team and will be able to photograph the locomotives and interview CN executives and invited dignitaries, subject to availability. CN emphasizes rail safety and urges the public to watch only from safe, public locations.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has released its 2026–2027 Grain Plan, outlining how it aims to provide safe, reliable and efficient rail service to support Canada’s agricultural sector and grain supply chain. As the 2025–2026 crop year concludes, CN reports achieving 10 months of record grain movement across its network, reflecting collaboration with producers, grain companies, terminals, customers and railroaders.
For 2026–2027, CN anticipates moving 30–33 million metric tonnes (MMT) of grain and processed grain products, compared with a stated maximum sustainable end-to-end grain supply chain capacity of 36.7 MMT. The plan emphasizes supply chain collaboration, continued public weekly performance metrics and monthly reporting, and readiness to adapt to changing market conditions while maintaining a safe, fluid railway.
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%.