ATLANTA, Ga. (WDBJ/Norfolk Southern Release) - Norfolk Southern has announced its shareholders have voted, with nearly 99% of the shares cast in favor, to approve its previously announced merger with Union Pacific .

This took place at the company’s Special Meeting of Shareholders held early Friday, November 14, 2025.

“The approval of our shareholders marks a key milestone in our journey to create America’s first coast-to-coast transcontinental railroad, combining complementary networks and capabilities to unlock a multiplier effect for benefits to all stakeholders,” said Mark George, President and CEO of Norfolk Southern. “The merger will preserve union jobs and improve safety while delivering faster, more reliable transit times. Together with UP, we will make rail more competitive

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