Major construction projects and infrastructure repairs on a railroad can reduce operational flexibility and capacity, which can negatively affect the railroad's performance.
October 16, 2025
high
operational
Relationship between maintenance/repair work and short-term service or volume impacts in railroad operations.
Railroads can seek cooperative agreements with other rail carriers as an alternative to full mergers to achieve many customer service benefits while avoiding the regulatory and operational complexities of a merger.
October 16, 2025
high
strategic
Strategic options for rail carriers to improve service and network reach without completing a corporate merger.