CP Rail official says ‘minimal’ layoffs expected from NS acquisition of D&H

(Source: Press & Sun Bulletin, May 13, 2015)

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Norfolk Southern’s pending $217 million acquisition of the former D&H rail line will cause “minimal” layoffs at rail yards from Binghamton to Plattsburgh, according to railway officials.

Canadian Pacific Railway, the D&H parent, filed layoff notices for 165 workers, but railway representatives said many of the employees covered by the notices will be offered similar positions by Norfolk Southern.

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