"These benefits are unparalleled for our employees, rail customers, communities and the North American economy at a time when the supply chains of these three great nations have never needed it more," Creel said. "A combined CPKC will connect North America through a unique rail network able to enhance competition, provide improved reliable rail service, take trucks off public roads and improve rail safety by expanding CP's industry-leading safety practices." In a release from the U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) and the National Association of Wheat Growers the group shared its disappointment that approval for the sale had passed. In public comments submitted to the STB on the proposed sale USW said the market power held by the Class I railroads has serious implications for U.S. wheat's competitiveness compared to other major exporters. NAWG shared similar public comments with the STB.