CN Launches New Medium Horsepower Hybrid Locomotive Pilot Project

Core Points - CN has launched a new medium horsepower hybrid electric locomotive in collaboration with Knoxville Locomotive Works, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and fuel savings [1][2] - The hybrid locomotive features a 2.4MWh-700HP battery-diesel engine, achieving up to 60% increased horsepower and targeting a 50% reduction in fuel consumption compared to traditional locomotives [2] - The pilot project will be tested across various operational conditions over the next six months, including locations in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana, as well as cold weather conditions in Western Canada [3] Company Overview - CN operates a nearly 20,000-mile rail network, transporting over 300 million tons of goods annually, contributing to sustainable trade and community prosperity since 1919 [4] - Knoxville Locomotive Works has been active since 1998, focusing on building reliable and sustainable locomotives, with a history of upgrading and remanufacturing approximately 1,000 locomotives [5]