CPKC dedicates Patrick J. Ottensmeyer International Railway Bridge

Core Points - Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) officially opened the Patrick J. Ottensmeyer International Railway Bridge, enhancing trade between the U.S. and Mexico [1] - The bridge is named after Patrick J. Ottensmeyer, the final president and CEO of Kansas City Southern, who played a significant role in its development [1][2] - The bridge, costing $100 million, more than doubles the capacity of the railway trade corridor at the U.S.-Mexico border [3] Company Overview - CPKC is the first and only single-line transnational railway linking Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, with a network of approximately 20,000 route miles [4] - The company employs 20,000 railroaders and provides extensive rail service and logistics solutions across North America [4] Bridge Features - The Ottensmeyer Bridge has a total length of 1,170 feet and includes a ballasted deck plate girder design supported by six reinforced concrete piers [5] - It allows trains to operate in both directions simultaneously, with 4,500 feet of new track added [5] - Enhanced border security measures include a new VACIS X-ray railcar inspection system and surveillance cameras [5]