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Union Pacific tells MARS Norfolk Southern merger will lower costs by reducing handoffs

( January 15, 2026, 16:27 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Union Pacific met with customers at the winter meeting of the Midwest Association of Rail Shippers (MARS) to discuss the benefit of its proposed merger with Norfolk Southern, according to a release. The company said the combination will lower costs by reducing handoffs and using faster, more efficient and price-competitive routes. "The reality is that single-line, coast-to-coast service is more cost efficient, which is a big win for U.S. businesses and consumers," the release said.Statement follows in full. ...

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