STB Finalizes BNSF Access Terms to Ensure Competition in Lake Charles, Louisiana Area
The Surface Transportation Board today announced a decision establishing compensation terms for BNSF’s use of terminal trackage rights in the Lake Charles area of Louisiana, ensuring continued rail competition for local shippers. These terminal trackage rights were granted by the Board to BNSF in 2016 and originally arise out of conditions imposed on the 1996 merger of Union Pacific (UP) and Southern Pacific (SP). By finalizing these compensation terms, the Board reaffirms its commitment to preserving competitive rail options for Lake Charles-area shippers, ensuring that multiple carriers can serve the region efficiently.
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