Insights 08122022
As Plastic Production Grows, Pledge Targets Resin Containment
Operation Clean Sweep is a product stewardship program of the American Chemistry Council and Plastics Industry Association designed to help companies that handle plastic resin share best practices as they work toward achieving zero plastic pellet loss and keep pellets out of our waterways. Read Story
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Real Railroaders 08112022
Wichita Train Crew Brings Joy to Young Rail Fan
A Union Pacific train crew recently took a break from its usual routine for a moment to do a kind gesture for a young rail fan who regularly visits the Union Station in Wichita, safely waving from a distance as crews pass, hoping they will blast their horn.
Insights 08052022
Maha Festival Is Music to Union Pacific's Ears
Events like the Maha Festival, as well as the many other community activities and organizations Union Pacific sponsors through its Community Ties Giving Program, are important to the future of Omaha. They change how the city is reflected in national conversations, help the region attract talent, and give people another reason to stay living and working here.
Insights 08032022
The American West Was Created by Hope, Moxie and Steam
Union Pacific’s heritage steam program has brought people together through the decades. Across the American West, hundreds – maybe thousands – of communities exist not only because of the hopes of determined settlers looking for a better life, but because of the advent of the steam trains of the 19th century.
Innovation 08022022
Loup Logistics Earns 2022 Industry Honor for Logistics Excellence
Loup Logistics recently landed a spot on Inbound Logistics' 2022 list for excellence as a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.
Community 08022022
Union Pacific and National Park Foundation Plant Seeds of Outdoor Exploration
With the help of Union Pacific’s sponsorship, the National Park Foundation’s Open Outdoors for Kids Program expects to reach over a million students in the next four years, creating a unique opportunity for fourth graders to learn about and explore national parks.
Real Railroaders 07292022
Beekeeper Suits Up, Removes Texas Swarm at Union Pacific Yard
After a swarm of bees made its home in Union Pacific's Baytown, Texas yard, Nick Sahinen jumped on the opportunity to remove them. Sahinen also used this opportunity to educate his co-workers about the importance of bees in the environment, sharing he looks at bees from the perspective of the good work they do.
Innovation 07272022
Union Pacific Investment in Modernized Locomotives is Largest in History
Union Pacific’s recently announced agreement with Wabtec Corporation for 600 locomotive modernizations represents the largest-ever investment in modernized locomotives in rail industry history.
Heritage 07252022
Union Pacific Debuts New Locomotive Paint Scheme
Be on the lookout: A handful of Union Pacific locomotives are now sporting a fresh paint scheme shifting some key design elements, including moving the American flag closer to the front.
Insights 07222022
New Handheld Technology Is Transforming My Father’s Railroad
Technology is changing the role of the train crew and leading to a more reliable service product for Union Pacific customers. It’s also changing the lives of the people who run the trains.
Safety 07192022
Union Pacific and Safe Kids Worldwide: ‘Nothing’ Is Worth More Than Your Life
Union Pacific and nonprofit Safe Kids Worldwide teamed up to drive home an important message for families in a new rail safety video: Model rail safety, because ‘Nothing’ is worth more than your child’s life.
Real Railroaders 07182022
Gouger’s Leadership Instrumental to Union Pacific’s Growth Strategy
Cassie Gouger knows what it takes to lead a team and drive results.
Innovation 07152022
Air Forced One: A One-Trick Pony No Longer
Union Pacific’s Air Forced One fleet has blasted snow from tracks and switches for 20 years. Now, it’s not just snow in its path of destruction. This Maintenance of Way equipment is coming off the bench in the summer months to help deal with a different type of challenge for the railroad.
Innovation 07142022
From Steam to Green - Union Pacific Embraces Biofuels
Four Union Pacific locomotives providing service to a San Bernardino sand and gravel mine are running on 100% biomass-based fuel – the first time in Union Pacific’s history that a locomotive is being powered solely by a renewable fuel source made from vegetable and/or animal fats.
Insights 07132022
Second Chance Hiring: ‘All I Needed Was Someone to Believe in Me’
People both outside and inside my company have asked why Union Pacific is involved in Second Chance Hiring – the practice of hiring individuals with a criminal record. The following story from one of our employees helps illustrate some of the reasons behind the program and how it can change a life.
Real Railroaders 07132022
Nebraskan Brings Train Crew Experience to Union Pacific's Topeka Team
Manager-Yard Operations Taton Griebel believes each day on the job with his Union Pacific team provides an opportunity to grow and become better – safer and more efficient.
Insights 07112022
Innovative Recycling Solutions Support Shift to a Circular Economy
Union Pacific recently joined the Cyclyx consortium to partner with the member companies and lend our expertise to develop supply chain solutions for increasing recycling rates and advancing circular economies.
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