The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has approved the acquisition of key rail lines by Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and CSX Corporation, creating a new Class I rail interchange in Alabama. This transaction involves the lines operated by Genesee & Wyoming’s Meridian & Bigbee Railroad (MNBR) and will provide a direct connection between CPKC and CSX, further linking shippers in Mexico, Texas, and the U.S. Southeast.
CPKC will operate the 52-mile stretch between Meridian, Mississippi, and Myrtlewood, Alabama, while CSX will manage the lines east of Myrtlewood. MNBR will continue its local service for customers along this route. The new interchange is expected to increase rail capacity and offer more options for freight traffic in these regions.
This new direct connection aims to support shipping routes across North America, providing access to important markets from Texas to Mexico and the Southeastern United States. The STB's approval will take effect on November 16, 2024.
