CN Rail is planning to invest over $105 million (CAD) across Manitoba in 2020.
The investments will focus on maintenance including the replacement of rail and ties, as well as bridges, level crossings, culverts, signal systems and other track infrastructure.
Maintenance program highlights include:
- Replacement of more than 50 miles of rail
- Installation of over 150,000 new railroad ties
- Rebuilds of 6 road crossing surfaces
- Maintenance work on bridges, culverts, signal systems, and other track infrastructure
"We take our essential role in the North American economy seriously and these investments in Manitoba are a key part of our strategy to support growth," said James Thompson, Vice-President, Western Region at CN. "The Company remains committed to help enable supply chains that fuel Manitoba’s growth as we are a critical part of getting everyday goods to markets and consumers. Safety is a core value at CN and by investing in the maintenance and expansion of our track and capacity, we are providing customers with a safe and reliable solution at a time when fluid supply chains are more critical than ever.”
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