Canadian Pacific Kansas City (NYSE:CP) (NYSE:CP) emerged in April 2023 through the merger of Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern, creating the first single-line railroad connecting Canada, the United States and Mexico. The combined network spans approximately 20,000 route miles, linking key economic centers from the Port of Vancouver and the Prairie Provinces, through the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast, down to Mexico’s industrial and agricultural heartlands. This strategic integration enables shippers to move freight seamlessly across North America under a unified operating plan.
CP’s core business centers on freight rail transportation and related logistics services. Its diverse commodity portfolio includes intermodal containers, automotive parts and finished vehicles, grain and other agricultural products, energy and chemical shipments, forest products, and industrial merchandise. By offering long-haul and regional rail services alongside terminal operations, transloading facilities and drayage solutions, CP caters to a broad array of industries seeking reliable, cost-efficient supply-chain options.
Geographically, CP serves major Canadian provinces such as British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, as well as U.S. states spanning the Midwest, South and Gulf regions, and Mexican states from the border crossing at Laredo down to key manufacturing and export hubs. Its integrated cross-border network allows for expedited border processing, coordinated train schedules and enhanced routing flexibility, helping customers optimize transit times and inventory turns across international corridors.
Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canadian Pacific Kansas City is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Keith Creel, who brings decades of experience in rail operations and safety management. The company’s senior leadership team focuses on operational excellence, sustainability initiatives and technology-driven solutions such as Positive Train Control and advanced network analytics. With a commitment to stringent safety standards and environmental stewardship, CP aims to deliver reliable service while reducing carbon emissions and supporting economic growth throughout North America.
