CN and TCRC Reach Tentative Agreement
CN has reached a tentative agreement with the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC), representing 6,000 of its locomotive engineers, conductors, and yard staff in Canada. This agreement aims to ensure uninterrupted service across CN's rail network. Tracy Robinson, President and CEO of CN, expressed satisfaction with the productive discussions that led to this agreement, highlighting the importance of collaboration for the company’s operations.
CN operates an extensive 18,600-mile rail network, transporting over 300 million tons of goods annually across North America. This partnership reinforces CN's commitment to maintaining essential transportation services while supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
- Tentative agreement with TCRC to ensure service continuity.
- Collaboration indicates strong labor relations.
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MONTREAL, April 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that a tentative agreement has been reached with the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC). The union represents approximately 6,000 CN Locomotive Engineers, Conductors, Yard Conductors, and Yard Coordinators working on CN’s mainline, shortlines and yards, in Canada.
“We are pleased to have reached an agreement with the TCRC. We would like to thank their leadership for engaging with CN in proactive and productive discussions, ensuring uninterrupted service for our customers. We look forward to working with them in the future.”
-- Tracy Robinson, President and Chief Executive Officer, CN
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