2 Big Rail Unions Oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger over Safety, Cost Concerns

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern merger opposed by rail ‍workers’ union

Union president says merger is about expanding corporate ‌power, not strengthening rail network

2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety, cost concerns

The proposed $85 billion merger of the Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two unions that represent more than half their workers.

Opposition grows against Norfolk Southern merger with two unions taking a stand

McDonough, Ga. (TNS) — A growing mix of rail customers, lawmakers and even a competitor have been publicly speaking out against the proposed Norfolk Southern-Union Pacific merger in the months since it was announced.

Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern file for merger approval

Union Pacific Corp. and Norfolk Southern Corp. filed their application with the Surface Transportation Board on Friday for Union Pacific to acquire Norfolk Southern, according to the two companies.