Merged UP-NS anticipates no locomotive purchases; some shops to be idled

Merged UP-NS anticipates no locomotive purchases; some shops to be idled

By | December 20, 2025

UP, NS anticipate short-term reduction in number of active locomotives, with increase as traffic grows

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