Metra takeover of UP service coming down the track. Judges' ruling is the capper.
A familiar brand will be operating Metra Union Pacific trains next year after the freight giant steps away.
The decision appears to be the capper on a dispute that arose in 2019 and involved lengthy court battles, plus the U.S. Surface Transportation Board. "We are already working on transitioning the three UP lines to Metra," Communications Director Michael Gillis said Thursday."We've hired some UP managers, and we hope to begin taking over some operations by the end of the year."Meanwhile,"we're pleased with the court's decision, and we continue to work with Metra to execute a smooth transfer of services," UP Senior Communications Director Kristen South said.
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