BNSF is generally striving to improve safety, but that message doesn’t always reach workers who often don’t feel comfortable reporting safety concerns, according to an assessment.
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FRA Report Says BNSF Safety Held Back by Industry Issues
Panama Canal Eases Limits That Caused Shipping Bottleneck
The Panama Canal is lifting restrictions that caused a global shipping bottleneck as water levels normalize after a severe drought.
Peterbilt 579 EV to Transport Honda Vehicles in Alabama
A Peterbilt 579 EV developed to transport newly built Honda vehicles from the company’s Lincoln, Ala., plant was unveiled Aug. 26 after a yearslong development process.
Back-to-Work Order Issued for Two Major Canada Railroads
TORONTO — The Canadian arbitrator appointed to resolve a railroad labor dispute to protect the North American economy has ordered employees at two major railroads back to work.
Strike Looms Again as Teamsters Serve CN Notice for Aug. 26
A union filed strike notice against Canada’s largest railway on Aug. 23 just hours after trains began rolling again, likely derailing plans to revive vital shipping networks.
TxDOT to Assume Control of Key Freight Route, Cut Toll Costs
The Texas Transportation Commission is proceeding with a $1.73 billion buyout to take over state Highway 288 tolling operations to lower fares.
CVC and DSV Compete in $15.6B Bid for DB Schenker Unit
Deutsche Bahn is currently evaluating the final offers and needs to discuss with the government on CVC’s proposal.
DSV Orders 300 Electric Trucks in Major Volvo Deal
Logistics firm DSV plans to buy 300 electric heavy trucks from Volvo AB in what would be one of the largest commercial orders to date for the Swedish manufacturer’s battery-powered rigs.
CPKC, CN Prepare to Restart After Labor Dispute Intervention
Canada’s two largest railways are preparing to restart operations after the country's government stepped in to try to end a labor dispute that has halted freight movement.
CN Will End Its Lockout Immediately, Rail Official Says
TORONTO — CN is ending its lockout immediately and moving forward with a plan to get its trains moving again following an order to enter forced arbitration with its union, a rail official says.