CN to Invest $85 Million in Michigan to Build Capacity and Power Sustainable Growth
HOMEWOOD, Ill., June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) announced today plans to invest approximately US$85 million in Michigan, as part of its 2025 capital investment program. This investment will support track maintenance and strategic infrastructure initiatives in the state. This includes projects to build intermodal capacity and upgrades to improve operations at CN's Lansing, Battle Creek and Flint railyards. These projects will help ensure the safe movement of goods and support long-term sustainable growth in Michigan and across CN's network.
"We believe that investing in our network is about building for the future. Our continued infrastructure investment in Michigan will help strengthen the resiliency and efficiency of our network across the state. Our focus remains on providing exceptional service to our customers and supply chain partners, supporting strong economic growth for North America and across communities where we operate."
- Tracy Robinson, President, and Chief Executive Officer of CN
"As a member of the House Transportation Committee, we focus on a robust freight transportation network across Michigan. CN is a key component to moving freight efficiently and safely. I have seen this up close over the years as they move goods through my district in Calhoun County and Battle Creek. Michigan needs a strong rail network, and CN is a leader in making significant investments in the Great Lakes State."
- Steve Frisbie, State Representative, Michigan's 44th House District
In 2024, CN invested approximately US$79 million in Michigan for track maintenance and key infrastructure initiatives. Highlights of this investment include:
- Over US$3 million to support the completion of the CN's Flat Rock Transload facility
- Over US$5 million for upgrades to CN's Autoport operations in Lansing
- Over US$4 million to support automotive facility in Lake Orion
- Employees: approximately 1,033
- Railroad route miles operated: 812
- Community investments: US$ 144,000 in 2024
- Local spending: US$136 million in 2024
- Cash taxes paid: US$8.1 million in 2024
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CN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since 1919.
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