Saturday, August 24, 2024 Norfolk Southern Corporation, in collaboration with BNSF Railway, has successfully negotiated tentative five-year collective bargaining agreements with several key unions. These include the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen Division/TCU (BRC), the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Mechanical Department (SMART-MD), and the Transportation Communications Union/IAM (TCU). Additionally, Norfolk Southern has reached provisional agreements with multiple General Committees representing the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Transportation Division (SMART-TD).
These agreements, pending ratification, will impact around 30% of Norfolk Southern’s unionized workforce. The timing of these agreements is particularly noteworthy, coming four months ahead of the next collective bargaining round. This early resolution provides covered employees with a significant level of assurance regarding future improvements to their wages, healthcare benefits, and vacation policies.
“Our craft railroaders are the heart and soul of Norfolk Southern, and we are committed to supporting our colleagues who power our network every day,” said Alan H. Shaw, Norfolk Southern president and CEO. “I want to thank the labor leaders who share our commitment to our craft colleagues and helped us reach this deal early, ensuring peace of mind with clear knowledge about upcoming pay, healthcare and v.