A Landmark Deal Just Reshaped the Future of US Rail

Proposed freight rail merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern

UTC Director Dr. P.S. Sriraj Offered Insight

Plans are underway to create the nation's first transcontinental freight railroad.

As noted in this report published July 30 by Newsweek, Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad have announced some details.

UTC Director Dr. P.S. Sriraj is quoted in the report from Jasmine Laws, noting that once the merger is implemented and finalized, it is possible the cost of goods may decrease and products would be shipped more efficiently.

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