Minnesota Commercial Railway has been acquired by Regional Rail, expanding its operations across North America and enhancing their logistics network.

Target Company Overview

Minnesota Commercial Railway (MNNR) is an 86-mile railroad operating in the Twin Cities region of Minnesota. It provides vital connections to four Class I rail networks, alongside the Twin Cities & Western Railroad. MNNR specializes in freight-hauling, storage, and transloading services, catering to a diverse customer base across various sectors such as metals, fuel and oil, chemicals and plastics, food and agriculture, and lumber.

Additionally, MNNR owns and operates Commercial Transload of Minnesota (CTM), which offers warehousing, transloading, and trucking services to local manufacturers. This acquisition allows Regional Rail to further strengthen its North American portfolio, which now spans 17 railroads across 9 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

Industry Overview

The rail industry in Minnesota is pivotal to the state's economy, facilitating trade and transportation across several key sectors. Railroads play a crucial role in moving goods efficiently across long distances, impa