Norfolk Southern agrees to settle US DOJ suit over treatment of Amtrak, freight
( September 9, 2025, 14:43 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The US Department of Justice and railroad Norfolk Southern reached a settlement to resolve allegations that Norfolk Southern delayed Amtrak passenger trains on Amtrak's Crescent Route. Failing to give Amtrak preference over freight trains is violation of federal law. Union Pacific announced it would acquire Norfolk Southern for $85 billion in July. The deal is under review by the Surface Transportation Board, the US's railroad regulator. Statement follows in full. ...
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