CPKC: April 14 Combo; C-Suite Set
Written by William C. Vantuono, Editor-in-Chief
Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern will officially combine on April 14 to form CPKC. Pictured is a CP train with KCS locomotives at Guelph Junction, Ont., Feb. 6, 2016. Stephen C. Host photo.
On April 14, 2023, Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern will officially combine to create Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC), North America’s first transnational railroad, connecting the U.S., Mexico and Canada. The U.S. Surface Transportation Board on March 15 rendered its final decision approving the merger. CPKC’s executive leadership team is now in place.
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