CN has expanded its firefighting capabilities with new assets and upgrades to its specialized fire suppression fleet.
Building on its 2024 wildfire response, CN has strengthened its ability to protect its network infrastructure and support local firefighters during another severe wildfire season.
In 2025, CN introduced two independent firefighting railcars, Oceanus and Amphitrite. Each carries 25,000 gallons of water and is equipped with cannons, pumps, and hose support. The units can be deployed rapidly and operate either independently or with larger trains.
“At CN, our priority is to safeguard the critical rail infrastructure and supply chains that communities and businesses rely on every day,” Mark Grubbs, vice president fo safety and environment, said. “These new assets strengthen our ability to defend our network, protecting supply chain corridors from the threat of wildfires while also supporting emergency responders. Together, we are ensuring resilience where it matters most.”
CN also launched a pilot program testing fire trailers for smaller fires along the right of way. Each trailer holds 350 gallons of water and features a fixed water cannon for off-track wildfire response.
To further bolster efforts in British Columbia, CN stationed eight additional 30,000-gallon tank cars in strategic locations. These cars helped ensure the availability of an additional water supply in water-scarce regions.
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