Members of the Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU) intermodal group announced today the ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement with BNSF Railway, with overwhelming support. The five-year agreement covers BNSF members at Cicero, Corwith, Seattle, and Memphis Intermodal facilities.
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BNSF Railway, one of the leading freight transportation providers in North America, announced today it has successfully renegotiated the terms of a new contract with public transit agency Metra, extending commuter rail service on the BNSF Line in the Chicago area for another 10 years.
Members of the Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU) intermodal group announced today the ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement with BNSF Railway, with overwhelming support. The five-year agreement covers BNSF members at Cicero, Corwith, Seattle, and Memphis Intermodal facilities.