CN grain haul record sets new milestone for Canada
07.11.2025
The CN grain haul record is historic because the railroad moved over 3.4 million metric tons of the product across Western Canada, clearly demonstrating the effect of efficiency, planning, and cooperation, among other variables.
This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
CN grain haul record shows coordinated operations
The best monthly performance that CN has registered is by beating its records by 110,000 tons in October, the current month, with its success based on its planning, the use of quality equipment, and its partnerships.
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The company optimized the distribution of locomotives to minimize bottlenecks. The company was able to transport the grain faster due to the modifications, hence offering the exporter confidence during the peak harvest period.
Janet Drysdale, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, stated that “the key to achieving record-breaking outcomes was the collaborative efforts between customers and operators.” Drysdale also stated that “it is consistency, not luck, that fuels successful logistics.”
CN grain haul record supports Canadian grain exports
Grain is one of the most valuable commodities exported from Canada, with efficient train transport being crucial to the growth of the trade. The network provided by CN enabled the smooth transport of the grain to the Pacific terminals.
Data analytics techniques enabled train sequencing efficiency improvements, faster turns, among other benefits, while because each carload matters, efficiency gains, even small ones, contributed to national benefits.
With winter just around the corner, the Canadian National Railway Company is gearing up with its revised plan for dealing with the seasons to ensure network reliability, even with the challenges brought about by weather conditions.
“The network continues to invest in infrastructure, technology, and the skills of its employees,” said Sharon Riley, the executive vice-president of the organization’s Western Region. “The integration of technology with human capital will ensure the viability of Canadian products in the international markets,” according to the organization’s leadership.
Source: www.progressiverailroading.com
News on railway transport, industry, and railway technologies from Railway Supply that you might have missed:
What is the CN grain haul record?
It is CN’s all-time monthly record of more than 3.4 million metric tons of grain moved from western Canada in October.
How did CN achieve its grain haul record?
CN used advanced logistics planning, data-driven dispatching, and strong coordination with farmers and exporters.
Can CN sustain its record performance in winter?
Yes. CN’s winter operations plan aims to maintain reliability through adaptive scheduling and continuous communication.
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