CN named retail giant’s Innovator of the Year

TORONTO, Ont. — Canadian National Railway has received Wal-Mart Canada’s Innovator of the Year award for delivering “cutting edge” supply chain solutions for the major retail chain’s logistics network.

“At CN we value our customers’ business and share their sense of urgency to continually improve the service we offer,” said Paul Waite, vice-president of CN Intermodal. “Our approach allows us to act quickly, turning challenges into ideas and then executing innovative solutions. We are pleased Wal-Mart has recognized that approach with this award.”

Wal-Mart commended CN’s ability to deliver “truck-like” service via rail and also highlighted CN’s new

EcoTherm product as an example of successful innovation.

With EcoTherm, goods are protected from freezing inside a temperature controlled, insulated 40-ft. container that does not require a heating unit in transit – a solution that Wal-Mart says has resulted in 48% fuel savings on its loads.

CN was presented with the award at Wal-Mart Canada’s annual Carrier Awards Banquet in Mississauga.