Canadian National Railway
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{{Infobox railway| name = Canadian National Railway| logo = CN logo.svg| logo_size = 200px| image = Canadian National Railway train.jpg| image_size = 300px| locale = Canada and United States| start_year = 1919| end_year = | preceded_by = Grand Trunk Railway, Intercolonial Railway, National Transcontinental Railway, Canadian Northern Railway| succeeded_by = | track_gauge = 4 ft 8.5 in standard gauge| length = 32,831 km (20,400 mi)| headquarters = Montreal, Quebec| website = } Canadian National Railway is a Class I railroad in North America, operating in Canada and the United States. It was formed in 1919 by the Government of Canada through the merger of several railway companies, including the Grand Trunk Railway, Intercolonial Railway, National Transcontinental Railway, and Canadian Northern Railway. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, and is one of the largest railroads in North America, with a network spanning over 32,831 kilometers (20,400 miles) of track. The company's main competitors include Canadian Pacific Railway, BNSF Railway, and Union Pacific Railroad.
● History
The history of the company dates back to the early 20th century, when the Government of Canada decided to merge several struggling railway companies, including the Grand Trunk Railway, Intercolonial Railway, National Transcontinental Railway, and Canadian Northern Railway. The merger was completed in 1923, and the company was officially renamed Canadian National Railway in 1923. During World War II, the company played a crucial role in the Allied war effort, transporting troops and supplies across Canada and the United States. The company has since undergone significant changes, including deregulation in the 1980s and the introduction of new technologies, such as intermodal shipping and precision scheduled railroading. The company has also expanded its operations through the acquisition of several smaller railroad companies, including the Illinois Central Railroad and the Wisconsin Central Railway. Key figures involved in the company's history include Sir Henry Thornton, Robert Ford, and Hunter Harrison, who have all played important roles in shaping the company's strategy and operations.
● Operations
The company's operations are divided into several key areas, including intermodal shipping, carload shipping, and passenger services. The company operates a fleet of over 2,000 locomotives and 80,000 railcars, and employs over 25,000 people across North America. The company's main terminals are located in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Chicago, and it operates a network of yards and shops across Canada and the United States. The company's operations are also supported by a range of technology systems, including dispatching systems, signaling systems, and communication systems. The company works closely with other railroad companies, including BNSF Railway, Union Pacific Railroad, and Norfolk Southern Railway, to coordinate freight movements and improve efficiency. The company is also a member of the Association of American Railroads and the Railway Association of Canada.
● Network
The company's network spans over 32,831 kilometers (20,400 miles) of track, and includes several key corridors, such as the Montreal-Toronto corridor, the Toronto-Vancouver corridor, and the Chicago-New Orleans corridor. The company's network also includes several key branches, such as the Algoma Central Railway and the Ontario Northland Railway. The company's network is connected to several other railroad companies, including Canadian Pacific Railway, BNSF Railway, and Union Pacific Railroad, and it operates a range of interchange points, including Chicago, Toronto, and Vancouver. The company's network is also supported by a range of infrastructure assets, including tunnels, bridges, and yards. The company works closely with government agencies, such as Transport Canada and the Federal Railroad Administration, to maintain and improve its network.
● Services
The company offers a range of services, including intermodal shipping, carload shipping, and passenger services. The company's intermodal services include the transportation of containers and trailers between ports and inland destinations, and it operates a range of intermodal terminals, including the Port of Vancouver and the Port of Montreal. The company's carload services include the transportation of bulk commodities, such as grain and coal, and it operates a range of carload terminals, including the Port of Thunder Bay and the Port of Prince Rupert. The company's passenger services are operated by its subsidiary, VIA Rail Canada, and include the Canadian and the Ocean trains. The company also offers a range of logistics services, including warehousing and distribution, and it works closely with shipping lines, such as Maersk Line and Cosco Shipping, to coordinate freight movements.
● Equipment
The company operates a fleet of over 2,000 locomotives, including GE Evolution Series and EMD SD70 locomotives, and over 80,000 railcars, including boxcars, hopper cars, and tank cars. The company's locomotives are equipped with a range of technology systems, including GPS and dispatching systems, and its railcars are equipped with a range of safety features, including braking systems and coupling systems. The company also operates a range of maintenance equipment, including cranes and wreckers, and it has a range of shops and yards across Canada and the United States. The company works closely with manufacturers, such as General Electric and Electro-Motive Diesel, to maintain and upgrade its equipment.
● Major Accidents and Incidents
The company has been involved in several major accidents and incidents over the years, including the Hinton train collision in 1986, which resulted in the deaths of 23 people, and the Lac-Megantic oil spill in 2013, which resulted in the deaths of 47 people. The company has also been involved in several derailments and hazmat incidents, including the Gogama derailment in 2015 and the Casselton derailment in 2013. The company has taken steps to improve safety and reduce the risk of accidents and incidents, including the implementation of positive train control and the use of safety technology systems, such as collision avoidance systems. The company works closely with regulatory agencies, such as the Transportation Safety Board of Canada and the National Transportation Safety Board, to investigate accidents and incidents and implement safety recommendations.