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according to a recent declaration from CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI), the company is set to invest around $30 million in Tennessee as part of its 2025 capital investment initiative. This funding will be directed towards enhancing infrastructure, upgrading technology, and improving rolling stock equipment, all aimed at bolstering network efficiency and safety for transporting goods across Tennessee and beyond.

Tracy Robinson, CNS President and CEO, emphasized the importance of these investments for future growth. “Our commitment to enhancing our network is crucial for building a resilient infrastructure that meets the needs of our customers while fostering economic advancement throughout North America,” she stated.

Dan pallme from the Tennessee Department of Transportation expressed enthusiasm about CN’s financial commitment. He noted that this investment would enhance system fluidity as Tennessee continues its growth trajectory, aligning with TDOT’s goal of ensuring a safe transportation framework for people and products alike.

Last year alone,CN allocated approximately $36 million in tennessee focused on track maintenance and essential infrastructure projects. Noteworthy expenditures included over $7 million dedicated to upgrading the locomotive fueling facility at Harrison Yard and more than $1.3 million on enhancements at their Memphis transload facility.

Tennessee by the Numbers:

• Employees: roughly 655
• Total railroad route miles operated: 161
• Community contributions: $64,000 in 2024
• Local expenditures: $24 million in 2024
• total cash taxes paid: $8.7 million in 2024

Cautionary note:
The statements made by CN regarding future expectations are considered “forward-looking” under U.S. securities laws. These predictions involve inherent risks and uncertainties; thus, actual outcomes may differ significantly from what is anticipated due to changing economic conditions or other factors.

A Bit About CN:
This railway giant plays a pivotal role in North America’s economy by safely transporting over 300 million tons of various goods annually through its extensive rail network spanning nearly 20,000 miles as its inception in 1919.