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 (NYSE: CNI) announced that its uniformed police officers will be available for media interviews during See Tracks? Think Train® Week from September 15-19, 2025. The annual safety awareness campaign focuses on promoting safe behavior near rail crossings and preventing trespassing on railway property.
CN Police officers will participate in community events and be available for phone, virtual, and in-person interviews across CN's U.S. network. The company is partnering with Operation Lifesaver and local authorities to deliver various online and in-person activities aimed at reducing preventable accidents and saving lives through enhanced rail safety awareness.
CN (NYSE: CNI) and CSX (NASDAQ: CSX) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a new intermodal rail service connecting Canada's West Coast to Nashville, Tennessee through Memphis. This strategic collaboration aims to replace the current trucking segment with an all-rail solution.
The new service promises to deliver faster, more reliable, and sustainable supply chain solutions for customers transporting international containers. This partnership builds upon the companies' successful East Coast collaboration serving the ports of New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia that began in 2019.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has expanded its firefighting capabilities with new assets and upgrades to its specialized fire suppression fleet. The company introduced two new independent firefighting railcars, Oceanus and Amphitrite, each carrying 25,000 gallons of water and equipped with advanced firefighting equipment.
The expansion includes a pilot program testing fire trailers with 350-gallon capacity, and the strategic placement of eight 30,000-gallon tank cars in British Columbia. CN is also upgrading its existing Neptune, Trident, and Poseidon trains to more than double their water capacity, enhancing the company's ability to protect rail infrastructure and support emergency response efforts.
CN (NYSE:CNI), a major North American railroad company, announced that its top executives will participate in an upcoming investor conference. Tracy Robinson, President and CEO, and Ghislain Houle, EVP and CFO, will present at Morgan Stanley's 13th Annual Laguna Conference on September 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
Investors can access the presentation through a live webcast on CN's investor relations website, with a replay available after the event.
CN (NYSE:CNI), a major North American railroad company, has announced its third-quarter 2025 dividend. The company's Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend payment of C$0.8875 per common share. The dividend will be paid on September 29, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 8, 2025.
CN (NYSE: CNI) reported its Q2 2025 financial results, demonstrating resilience despite economic challenges. The company posted revenues of C$4,272 million, a slight decrease of 1%, while achieving an improved operating ratio of 61.7%, representing a 2.3-point enhancement.
Key metrics include a 5% increase in operating income to C$1,638 million and diluted EPS growth of 7% to C$1.87. Due to economic uncertainty and trade volatility, CN revised its 2025 guidance, now expecting adjusted diluted EPS growth in the mid to high single-digit range, down from the previous 10-15% forecast. The company maintains its capital investment plan of C$3.4 billion but has withdrawn its 2024-2026 financial outlook due to macroeconomic uncertainties.
CN (NYSE: CNI), a major North American railway company, will release its second-quarter 2025 financial and operating results after market close on July 22, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the results and outlook, led by CEO Tracy Robinson.
Investors can join via telephone using 1-800-715-9871 (Canada/U.S.) or 1-647-932-3411 (International) with passcode 7456934. The presentation will be webcast live with supporting slides through CN's investor relations website, with a replay available afterward.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has appointed Janet Drysdale as interim Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately, following Remi G. Lalonde's departure. Drysdale brings nearly 30 years of experience at CN, including roles in Sales and Marketing, Investor Relations, Finance, Corporate Development, and most recently as Chief Stakeholder Relations Officer.
As interim CCO, Drysdale will lead CN's commercial team responsible for sales and marketing. She currently serves as an independent director of Rumo S.A., chairs the Railway Association of Canada's Board, and sits on the Canadian American Business Council Board. The company is prioritizing the appointment of a permanent Chief Commercial Officer.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has announced plans to invest US$110 million in Wisconsin as part of its 2025 capital investment program. The investment focuses on track maintenance and strategic infrastructure initiatives, including US$3.5 million for new equipment and US$1.5 million for upgrades at the Stevens Point railyard.
The company currently operates 988 railroad route miles in Wisconsin with approximately 1,197 employees. In 2024, CN invested US$110 million in Wisconsin infrastructure, made community investments of US$146,000, spent US$251 million locally, and paid US$14 million in cash taxes.
This investment aims to enhance network resiliency, ensure safe goods movement, and support long-term sustainable growth in Chicago and across CN's network.
CN (NYSE: CNI) has announced plans to invest US$50 million in Louisiana as part of its 2025 capital investment program. The investment will focus on track maintenance and strategic infrastructure initiatives, including capacity expansion in the New Orleans area and upgrades to the Geismar railyard operations.
This follows CN's US$52 million investment in Louisiana during 2024, which included over $18 million for bridge upgrades in New Orleans. The company currently operates 227 railroad route miles in Louisiana, employs approximately 330 people, and made US$25 million in local spending during 2024.