Union Plus Programs for TCU Members
TCU fully supports the programs available for active and retired TCU members and their families. With the money savings programs available, in some situations, the benefits can offset paid union dues.
TCU National President Artie Maratea’s statement on the Norfolk Southern Shareholder Vote
WASHINGTON, May 9, 2024 – TCU/IAM’s President Artie Maratea released the following statement: “On behalf of our members at Norfolk Southern (NS), I want to thank the shareholders for largely seeing through Ancora’s false promises and for supporting Alan Shaw as CEO. Since East Palestine, Mr. Shaw has been willing to come to the table
Transdev Workers Unanimously Vote ‘Yes’ to join TCU/IAM
Thursday, May 2, 2024 – Workers at Transdev in Merced, CA, voted to join TCU. The vote was 100% in favor of joining TCU/IAM. The crafts included in the vote are Bus Drivers, Mechanics, Dispatchers and Utility Workers. Transdev is an international company that operates multiple modes of public transit. “I am very proud of
Rail Unions’ statement on Ancora
WASHINGTON, April 26, 2024 – Rail Unions released a statement warning that Ancora’s proposed strategy for Norfolk Southern will jeopardize the safety and service improvements at Norfolk Southern: “Despite recent developments, the vast majority of rail unions would like to reiterate our views on the director candidates and operational changes that Ancora Catalyst Institutional, LP (“Ancora”) has proposed
TCU & BRC LEADERSHIP ATTEND BRIGHTLINE WEST GROUNDBREAKING IN LAS VEGAS
TCU/IAM National President Artie Maratea and Carmen Division General President Don Grissom attended the historic groundbreaking of America’s first high-speed rail line in Las Vegas, NV, on Monday, April 22. NP Maratea and Carmen Division GP Grissom were joined by Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and other rail labor leaders. Brightline West
BRC Secures Sick Leave at CPKC
The Brotherhood of Railway Carmen Division (BRC-TCU) is proud to announce that a sick leave agreement has been reached with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad (CPKC). This agreement is in line with agreements reached with other Class 1 carriers. The agreement provides for 4 paid sick days, and the ability to convert 3 additional days
TCU EXECUTIVE COUNCIL ELECTS NEW NVP AND NP MARATEA APPOINTS NEW NR & ANR FOR UNIT 46
On April 10, 2024, the TCU Executive Council elected Brian Soderstrom as the new National Vice President. Brother Soderstrom joined TCU in 2005 as an Ore Dock employee of the Canadian National Railway at the Duluth and Two Harbors, Minnesota, Lake Superior Iron Ore shipping facilities. On October 1, 2014, he became a Board
APRIL 2024 UNION PLUS PROGRAMS
Make 2024 the best travel year yet with the Union Plus Travel Benefits Awareness Campaign: Explore in ’24. Whether you are exploring destinations within the States, jet-setting overseas, or planning a relaxing staycation closer to home, Union Plus travel savings and discounts are tailored to make your time off smoother, more enjoyable, and, most importantly,
Biden Administration Announces Two-Person Crew Rule
Yesterday, TCU and BRC joined the rest of rail labor in celebrating the finalizing of the two-person crew rule. The new rule will require most trains to have a minimum of two crew members, significantly improving operating crew safety as well as the safety of communities our trains pass through. “Common sense tells us that
Railroad Retirement Board Pre- Retirement Seminars April through June 2024
The U.S. Railroad Retirement Board (the Board) has announced in-person Pre-Retirement Seminars. Union officials, auxiliary members, and their spouses are welcome to attend, as well as rail employees and spouses within 5 years of retirement. Find below a schedule of the upcoming Pre-Retirement Seminars to be held by the Board during the period of April
April 2024 Veteran of the Month
Our April TCU Veteran of the Month is Brother Nicholas Contreras. Brother Contreras was drafted and served in the United States Army from March 1954 to March 1956. During his service, he completed 16 weeks of Basic and Advanced Infantry Training in Fort Bliss, Texas, and was stationed in Pittsburg, PA. Brother Contreras has been