Departing CP Rail CEO, Activist Said to Take Aim at CSX

Departing CP Rail CEO, Activist Said to Take Aim at CSX

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Hunter Harrison is collaborating with an activist investor to influence management changes in a major U.S. railroad company. The plan involves installing Harrison in a leadership role to drive industry consolidation, as railroads are not expanding their networks. Bloomberg analysts discuss the potential impact on companies like CSX and CP Rail. Harrison has previously attempted mergers with Norfolk Southern and CSX but was unsuccessful.

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How did Hunter Harrison's strategies at Canadian Pacific influence his approach to other railroads?

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What implications could Hunter Harrison's leadership have for CSX and the broader railroad industry?

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