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Production / Operations

CN ships 2.67 million tonnes grain in February

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Mar 05, 2026 · 17:35 CNR · 149.98 Canadian National Railway Company
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Executive Summary

  • Canadian National Railway Company (CN) reported its best February for grain movement, shipping over 2.67 million metric tonnes of grain from Western Canada.
  • The company attributes this performance to proactive resource positioning and collaboration with grain customers and supply chain partners to meet heightened seasonal demand.
  • CN remains focused on executing its winter operations plan to support the efficient transport of Canadian grain to domestic and global markets.

Key Details

  • February Grain Volume: Shipped more than 2.67 million metric tonnes of grain from Western Canada.
  • Performance Context: Recorded the best February for grain movement in the company's history.
  • Operational Strategy: Proactively positioned resources and worked with grain customers and supply chain partners to support farmers.
  • Upcoming Focus: Executing the 2025-2026 winter operations plan across the network during the final weeks of winter.
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