Kansas City Southern
A Class I railroad in the United States connecting the central U.S. with Mexico, acquired by Canadian Pacific Railway in 2023.
Last updated August 20, 2026
Overview
Kansas City Southern was a Class I railroad in the United States, founded in 1887 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Its network spanned the central U.S. and Mexico, serving as a vital link for trade between the two countries. In 2021, Canadian Pacific Railway announced its acquisition, which was completed in 2023, forming Canadian Pacific Kansas City.
Products and positioning
Major North American railroad specializing in cross-border freight.
Product categories. rail freight transportation
Flagship businesses
- cross-border rail freight services between the U.S. and Mexico
Recent events
- 2023Canadian Pacific completes acquisition of Kansas City Southern
Canadian Pacific Railway completed its $31 billion acquisition of Kansas City Southern, creating the first single-line rail network connecting Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
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