2024 Archive

Insights 12202024
Wishing You Happy Holidays and a Fulfilling 2025
I wish you and your families all the best over the holidays and am looking forward to a challenging and fulfilling 2025.

Insights 12182024
Union Pacific is Taking Action and Working with Communities on Blocked Crossings
Union Pacific understands the frustrations that can come when trains occupy crossings, and we are working on several fronts to develop and implement initiatives to reduce concerns in communities where we operate, including identifying the most impacted crossings on our network and ways to take action.

Innovation 12172024
Chick-fil-A Supply Taps Union Pacific for First Rail-Served Distribution Center
Chick-fil-A's new distribution center located at Union Pacific’s Prime Pointe Industrial Park near Hutchins, Texas, is the first rail-served distribution center operated by Chick-fil-A Supply. It receives potato products almost daily from Oregon.

Innovation 12162024
Union Pacific Invests Significantly in Intermodal Service
Over the past 10 years, Union Pacific has invested more than $33 billion in capital improvements in its network. This includes investments in four new intermodal ramps, five new autonomous wide-span cranes and the development of seven new focus sites.

Innovation 12112024
Union Pacific Expands Rail Solutions in Pacific Northwest with Agri Beef’s New Grain Facility
A three-year collaboration between Union Pacific Railroad and Agri Beef, a family-owned ranch-to-table beef company, is coming to fruition with the opening of Agri Beef’s state-of-the-art grain milling facility in Nyssa, Oregon.

Safety 12102024
Railroads, Regulators and Labor Partners Unite for Safety
Union Pacific recently met with other railroads, regulators and labor partners for a two-day Federal Railroad Administration Rail Share meeting, discussing safety best practices and fostering collaboration within the industry.

Community 12092024
UPVETS Give Big Man in Red a Helping Hand in Houston
Ho ho ho – trains are the way to go!
Kris Kringle donned a pair of red overalls and climbed aboard a Union Pacific train this weekend, after the massive number of toys collected by Union Pacific veterans swamped his sleigh and overwhelmed his eight tiny reindeer.

Community 12032024
Union Pacific Delivers Grand Holiday Tradition to Durham Museum
Over 80 years ago, Union Pacific employees hunted down the perfect evergreen tree in the Pacific Northwest. The tree would be loaded onto a Union Pacific train and brought to Omaha’s Union Station, where it was the centerpiece of holiday celebrations.

Innovation 11262024
Union Pacific Technical Training Breaks the Mold with 3D Printing
Union Pacific is leveraging technology to bolster its technical training program, using 3D printing to equip new hires with essential skills before they step foot into an active rail environment.

Community 11222024
Union Pacific Helps Customers and Communities Prepare for Winter Weather
As winter approaches, it’s essential to prepare for the challenges that the season may bring. Union Pacific recently hosted a webinar for customers and communities on winter weather planning and recovery.

Innovation 11212024
Union Pacific’s New Texarkana Focus Site Provides Customers Competitive Access to Rail
Everything really is bigger in Texas, and Union Pacific Railroad’s newest focus site connecting customers to rail is no exception – with nearly 12,000 developable acres of land, TexAmericas Center is one of the largest rural industrial centers in the Americas.

Safety 11202024
Union Pacific’s Fox Honored with AAR Environmental Excellence Award
Dedicated to making trains more efficient, Jason Fox, senior director-Locomotive Engineering and Quality, is playing a key role in Union Pacific’s environmental initiatives – and his work is receiving national recognition.

Safety 11192024
Union Pacific Machine Operator Juan Gonzalez: You Feel Terrible in that Moment
The stakes are high when operating massive track equipment. Union Pacific Machine Operator Juan Gonzalez learned this when he accidentally backed a tamper machine into a stationary vehicle, demolishing his supervisor’s hy-rail truck.

Real Railroaders 11182024
Union Pacific Announces Chief Legal Officer Craig Richardson to Retire, Names Christina Conlin SVP and Deputy General Counsel
Union Pacific today announced Craig Richardson, chief legal officer, will retire March 31, 2025, after nearly 10 years with the railroad. Christina Conlin, who most recently served as chief risk officer and associate general counsel with Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, will join Union Pacific effective Dec. 2 as senior vice president and deputy general counsel.

Safety 11152024
Union Pacific Mechanical Car Department Achieves 1 Million Hours of Safe Work
As Union Pacific continues its journey to world-class safety, the railroad’s Mechanical Car Department passed an important mile marker – 1 million hours of reportable injury-free work.

Innovation 11142024
Union Pacific's Energy Management System Enhances Train Handling, Optimizes Performance
As technology continues to transform the railroad, Union Pacific is driving operational efficiency with its Energy Management System (EMS). Akin to intelligent cruise control, the software – installed on more than 3,500 Union Pacific locomotives – is engaged by the locomotive engineer to control throttle and dynamic braking.

Innovation 11122024
Union Pacific Honors 16 Companies with Annual Sustainability Partner Award
Union Pacific proudly recognized 16 customers and suppliers with the railroad’s 2024 Sustainability Partner Award. This is the second year Union Pacific awarded innovative partners who demonstrated leadership and progress toward achieving their sustainability goals.

Innovation 11112024
Volkswagen's New Texas Port Facility Fuels Mutual Growth with Union Pacific
As Volkswagen celebrates the opening of its new vehicle processing center in Freeport, Texas, Union Pacific is poised for growth as the automaker’s rail partner of choice. Union Pacific will help VW distribute imported vehicles to approximately 300 dealerships across the central and western U.S.

Innovation 11072024
Synergies in Market Reach and Tech Lead to Growth with Timber Customer
RoyOMartin recently cut the ribbon on its expanded oriented strand board plant in Corrigan, Texas, enabling the company to better meet the demand for high-quality, sustainable wood products across the region. The celebration also marks another chapter in its strategic partnership with Union Pacific.

Safety 10302024
Union Pacific Conductor Lenson Riggs, Jr.: That Day Changed the Way I Work
What started as an ordinary day left a lasting impression on Conductor Lenson Riggs Jr. after he signaled a train to proceed toward a derail, a safety device designed to protect ground crews by forcing equipment off the track.

Innovation 10292024
Union Pacific Engages with Customers on Journey to Grow and Win Together
Through strategic investments, innovative solutions and open dialogue, Union Pacific is focused on growing with its customers. As part of that journey, Union Pacific hosted three events in Omaha with more than 150 customers from its Bulk, Industrial and Premium teams, fostering conversations on how best to meet their evolving needs.

Safety 10282024
Union Pacific Enhances Cargo Security on Numerous Fronts
Amid ever-changing challenges to supply chain security, Union Pacific has undertaken aggressive steps to safeguard its customers’ cargo, including strengthening its infrastructure and deploying technology to surveil its tracks and rail yards.

Insights 10242024
Union Pacific Team Demonstrates the Strength of What is Possible
I am happy about what we have accomplished and where we are headed – our progress proves our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy is working. Recent results show our resilience as a railroad and demonstrate the strength of what is possible when our Union Pacific team works together, focused on a united strategy.

Innovation 10212024
Union Pacific Hosts Renewable Fuels Webinar
Union Pacific recently hosted a webinar focusing on renewable fuels. This informative session shared how the railroad is testing new fuel sources for locomotives to meet climate-related goals, while reaching new markets and customers.

Innovation 10172024
Union Pacific Investing in New Midwest Intermodal Terminal
Union Pacific's new intermodal terminal in Kansas City will provide customers in the growing Midwestern markets ease of access to Union Pacific's 23-state network, including ocean ports on the West Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.

Community 10162024
Union Pacific Is New Official Sponsor of US Speedskating
Union Pacific Railroad today announced a four-year partnership with US Speedskating, the organization dedicated to supporting speed skaters from local clubs to the Olympics.

Innovation 10142024
Union Pacific is Positioned for Growth
Union Pacific’s growth strategy is rooted in delivering the safe and reliable service we sold our customers; investing in our network; and innovating with technology and new product offerings to meet the needs of our customers today and tomorrow.

Community 10112024
Union Pacific’s United Way Campaign Positively Impacts 89 Chapters
Union Pacific Railroad raised $860,000 for United Way affiliates across its 23-state system during its annual employee giving campaign in September.

Innovation 10092024
Union Pacific's Focus Sites Put Rail Within Reach
Union Pacific is leveraging its unparalleled access to diverse and growing markets to connect new customers to our premier franchise.

Innovation 10032024
Tech-enabled Operations Power Union Pacific's Strategy
Union Pacific’s strategy of Safety, Service and Operational Excellence is driven by the dedication of our team and backed by cutting-edge technology.

Safety 09272024
Union Pacific Truck Operator Chad Francis: I Never Thought I’d Get Hit by a Train
Brandt Truck Operator Chad Francis cautiously drove his work vehicle over three sets of private tracks and then onto a fourth track with an obstructed view. Suddenly, he found himself in the path of a moving train.

Insights 09262024
2024 Investor Day: Union Pacific Has the Right Team and Strategy to Drive Growth
"I’m a lifelong Kansas City Chiefs fan, and I cheered as loud and proud as any in Chiefs Kingdom when we took home our second consecutive title last February. That win took hard work, determination, teamwork and trust – all while having a bit of fun while doing it."

Safety 09252024
Union Pacific Hosts Rail Safety Week Webinar
Union Pacific recently hosted a webinar in honor of Rail Safety Week. This informative session highlighted safety practices around train tracks and gave tips for customers and community members to help prevent incidents and save lives.

Safety 09242024
Union Pacific Mechanical Team Recognized for 25 Years of Safety Excellence
Five Union Pacific Railroad craft professionals in Yermo, California, recently marked 25 years of injury-free service.

Safety 09232024
Union Pacific Locomotive Engineer Raises Communities’ Awareness of Rail Safety
Having witnessed firsthand the unsafe choices sometimes made around railroad tracks and crossings, Union Pacific Locomotive Engineer Rob Kennedy is committed to increasing public awareness of the importance of rail safety.

Innovation 09202024
Carbon Capture, Storage & Transport: Exploring Benefits of Shipping CO2 By Rail
As global awareness of carbon dioxide’s impact grows, businesses are evolving their methods of energy and production, looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. One promising solution is carbon capture, a process that captures CO2 emissions from industrial facilities and power plants.

Insights 09182024
Trains of All Lengths Keep Economies on Track
Executive Vice President-Operations Eric Gehringer reflects on recent stories and reports about train length – and shares some facts about railroading, stats about length and safety, and the specific actions Union Pacific has taken to work with community partners.

Heritage 09162024
Jay Leno Climbs Aboard Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014
The legendary comedian with a well-known passion for cars recently tried his hand at steel wheels, riding in the cab of Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive for an episode on ‘Jay Leno’s Garage.’

Innovation 09162024
Union Pacific: Intermodal Uses Rail and Truck to Access Top Consumer Markets
A leader in intermodal transportation, Union Pacific provides shippers access to top tier freight, trucking, and rail shipping networks in North America.

Heritage 09132024
Once in a Lifetime: Union Pacific Honors Four Employees with Big Boy No. 4014 Ride-Along
It’s not every day you get to tour Union Pacific's Steam Shop, much less ride in the cab of Big Boy No. 4014, but four Union Pacific employees are doing just that on the Heartland of America Tour.

Innovation 09112024
Your Favorite Food and Beverages Travel by Rail Across North America
Whether it's fresh fruits and vegetables, or chips, salsa and ice-cold beer for a tailgate, Union Pacific Railroad offers supply chain solutions for food and beverage producers that save money and the planet by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Innovation 09092024
Union Pacific Hosts Business Development Gathering for Short Line and Port Partners
Union Pacific Railroad and its short line railroad and port partners recently gathered in Omaha, Nebraska, for face-to-face working meetings focused squarely on exploring new opportunities for growth.

Community 09062024
Union Pacific and Creighton University Partner to Combat Nebraska’s 'Brain Drain'
In the last 10 years, more than 31,000 college-educated young adults have left Nebraska, according to a state legislative report. As the “brain drain” of bachelor's degree holders persists, Union Pacific aims to attract and retain talented students through its key partnership with Omaha’s Creighton University.

Safety 08232024
Union Pacific Increases Helicopter Use to Safely, Sustainably Manage Vegetation
Union Pacific is strengthening its aerial operations to safely combat trackside vegetation along its 32,000-mile network.

Safety 08222024
Union Pacific and Utah's Hogle Zoo Collaborate to Keep Patrons Safe with New Zoo-Centric Crossing Signage
Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City recently debuted a new safety-centered look thanks to collaboration with Union Pacific and its Union Pacific Community Ties Giving Program.

Innovation 08202024
Union Pacific Cultivates Growing Relationship with Heartland Co-op
The strength of Union Pacific’s franchise and its focus on operational excellence led to a new Heartland Co-op grain shuttle facility being built on the Union Pacific network in Millerton, Iowa.

Safety 08162024
Union Pacific Engineering Team's Safety Success Reflects Teamwork, Trust
For more than five years, a Union Pacific Engineering team in Nampa, Idaho, has worked injury free, exemplifying the railroad’s goal of becoming the safest in North America.

Safety 08152024
Union Pacific Yardperson Jan Yates: What Could Have Happened Kept Me Awake at Night
Moving rail cars from one track to another requires Yardperson Jan Yates’ full attention, day in and day out.

Innovation 08082024
Union Pacific Partners with Canpotex to Haul Record Potash Shipments
Union Pacific is growing alongside customer Canpotex to help meet overseas demand for potash, a valuable mineral containing potassium typically used as agricultural fertilizer.

Real Railroaders 08072024
Machinist Shares Benefits of a Union Pacific Career with Houston Students
Machinist Juan Gutierrez’s connection to Union Pacific spans generations, with childhood memories of visiting rail yards during company picnics and bringing his father lunch.

Heritage 08012024
Union Pacific Unveils Mural Illustrating Railroad's Storied Past, Present and Future
Union Pacific's proud 162-year mission of Building America is vibrantly portrayed in a new mural in Union Pacific Center’s first-floor atrium.

Community 07312024
Mobile Welding Training Center Trains Next Generation in Oregon
The PCC Mobile Welding Outreach & Skills Training Center in Partnership with Union Pacific recently visited the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation in Warm Springs, Oregon, bringing hands-on learning to members of the community.

Insights 07252024
One Year of Delivering What Is Possible: Uncompromised Focus on Safety, Service and Operational Excellence
Almost one year ago, I returned to Union Pacific. I could not be happier with our progress to become the best in Safety, Service and Operational Excellence.

Community 07232024
Tornados into Ties: Union Pacific Employee Harnesses Storm Debris for Rail Renewal
In the aftermath of some of this summer’s severe storms, one Union Pacific employee is taking a creative approach to sustainably repurposing debris left behind by Mother Nature.

Safety 07172024
Union Pacific Bolsters Safety Training with Hands-On Approach
Union Pacific recently held its annual safety workshop with the railroad’s Engineering team, employing real-world scenarios to practice identifying and mitigating potential risks.

Innovation 07152024
Union Pacific's Tuition-Free College Program Helps Employees Build Diverse Skill Sets
Union Pacific's Educational Assistance Program provides employees tuition-free courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, as well as an associate degree option at Metropolitan Community College – a valuable benefit as the cost of higher education continues to rise.

Innovation 07092024
One Year and Growing: Union Pacific's Port Houston On-Dock Service Offers Speed to Market
The positive momentum continues to roll a year into Union Pacific’s Port Houston on-dock rail service, helping customers’ goods move more efficiently to their destination.

Safety 07012024
Rising to the Occasion: Union Pacific Drones Support Safe Operations
Union Pacific Railroad is leveraging technology to support safe operations from every viewpoint – on its tracks, inside its locomotives and hundreds of feet off the ground with its drones.

Safety 06282024
I Almost Died at That Moment: Union Pacific Railroader Reflects on Safety, Vigilance
A moment of distraction almost cost Yardperson Bret Dorland his life when he called in the wrong order and unknowingly stepped in front of a moving train less than 15 feet away.

Safety 06242024
Wildfire Prevention Is Union Pacific's Priority as Summer Heats Up
As summer temperatures soar and dry, windy conditions increase, Union Pacific’s Engineering and Transportation teams are proactively preparing to protect the railroad’s infrastructure against wildfires.

Community 06182024
Union Pacific Backs Texas Recovery Group’s Mission to Safely Rebuild
Nearly seven years after Hurricane Harvey devastated the Gulf Coast of Texas, displacing thousands of people and damaging homes, the Golden Crescent Long Term Recovery Group continues to safely rebuild the community. The organization’s disaster response project provides populations impacted by the hurricane and 2021’s Winter Storm Uri with funds for construction materials and contractor labor costs.

Innovation 06132024
Historic Steam Locomotive Outfitted with Cutting-Edge Technology
Big Boy No. 4014 was recently outfitted with an updated Positive Train Control (PTC) system, a federally mandated system designed to stop certain rail incidents before they occur. The new system’s components – computer, GPS satellite and radio antennas – are now entirely housed within the Big Boy and its tender.

Heritage 06122024
Union Pacific No. 4141 on Permanent Display at George H.W. Bush Presidential Center
In October 2005, Union Pacific Railroad presented former president and train enthusiast George H.W. Bush with commemorative locomotive UP No. 4141, honoring his legacy and service to the country.

Innovation 06112024
Union Pacific's Operating Excellence Prepares, Empowers Front-Line Decision-Makers
More than 1,000 Union Pacific Operating managers from every craft recently gathered in San Antonio, Texas, for Operating Excellence – a two-day workshop focused on developing leadership skills, business acumen and a deeper understanding of the critical role front-line teams play delivering operational excellence.

Safety 06062024
Union Pacific Southwest Engineering Team Recognized for Safety Milestone
Union Pacific's nearly 600-member Southwest Maintenance of Way team recently reached one year injury free.

Insights 06042024
'Safety Is No. 1 with Me': Reflections of a 50-Year Railroader
When I started my railroading career in September 1973, I expected to stay six months. More than 50 years later, I still take great pride in taking my turn in the seat operating locomotives.

Community 05312024
Union Pacific's Black Employee Network Helps Omaha Students Take Memorable Steps into the Future
Walking across the stage at high school graduation is an important milestone in every student’s life, but the cost of a cap and gown can prevent some students from taking these important steps. Union Pacific’s Black Employee Network held a fundraiser to support students who could not afford the $75 fee for their graduation materials.

Community 05302024
Union Pacific Helps Fontenelle Forest Save Trees in Nebraska
The average American throws away between four to five pounds of waste each day. Fontenelle Forest in Bellevue, Nebraska, is doing its part to recycle this waste back into the supply chain and, in the process, benefit the environment.

Safety 05292024
Union Pacific Mechanical Employees Honored for 20-Year Safety Achievement
Five Union Pacific Railroad team members in Portland, Oregon, recently celebrated a significant safety milestone: working 20 years injury free.

Real Railroaders 05282024
Union Pacific Dispatching Director Earns Military-Friendly Patriot Award
Union Pacific Director Jason Elliott was recently honored with an Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award for exemplifying the railroad’s military-friendly workplace practices. The U.S. Department of Defense award recognizes workplace supervisors for their outstanding support of an employee service member and their family.

Insights 05222024
Timeless Union Pacific Shield Reflects Iconic Brand
The iconic Union Pacific shield with its distinctive red, white and blue color scheme dates back to an original design that’s more than 130 years old, making the logo one of the oldest in continuous use in the United States.

Innovation 05212024
Union Pacific Safely Maintains Gulf Coast Operations Amid Severe Storms
Following severe storms from Houston to New Orleans, Union Pacific's team worked diligently to quickly restore service after the region was hit with high winds, baseball-size hail and torrential rainfall. Due to the weather systems, the Gulf Coast area also experienced flash floods, downed trees and power lines.

Safety 05172024
Brakeperson Corey White: I’m Living Proof It Can Happen to You
Rushing through his morning routine onboard a locomotive almost had life-threatening consequences for Corey White, brakeperson, Transportation, when it resulted in unplanned locomotive movement past a red signal and into the path of another train.

Heritage 05152024
A Century in the Making: Union Pacific Special Agent Honored for Pursuing Notorious Train Robbers
Nearly 110 years after his death, Union Pacific Chief Special Agent William T. “Bill” Canada is solidifying his place in railroad history with a headstone honoring his efforts to safeguard the nation’s freight from bandits.

Safety 05082024
Union Pacific Locomotive Engineer Encourages Public to Stay Alert at Railroad Crossings
More than 95% of rail-related fatalities are preventable, an Association of American Railroads statistic that motivates Union Pacific Locomotive Engineer Mel Doughty to promote highway-rail grade crossing safety at every opportunity.

Community 05072024
Union Pacific Provides After-School Support to Students in Washington State
In the state of Washington, 16 percent of students fail to graduate from high school. The Boys & Girls Club of South Puget Sound has made its mission to change that, by providing after-school education opportunities for school-age kids. In 2023, they served over 5,000 students with opportunities to learn and grow outside of school.

Real Railroaders 05062024
Union Pacific Mechanical Team Keeps America's Goods Safely Moving
Union Pacific’s dedicated Mechanical team has responsibility for inspecting, repairing or rebuilding more than 4,500 active locomotives and 300,000 rail cars traversing our network – critical work supporting the railroad’s commitment to safely delivering the service it sold its customers.

Innovation 05032024
Union Pacific Shaves Two Days Off Los Angeles to Chicago Route with New Service
Union Pacific is offering a new domestic intermodal service between Los Angeles and Chicago that cuts transit time to three days.

Real Railroaders 05012024
Saluting Union Pacific’s 50-Year Railroaders
Continuing a long-standing Union Pacific tradition, employees achieving 50 years of railroading will be honored Wednesday, May 8, in a special ceremony with Union Pacific senior leadership at 11:15 a.m. CT.

Innovation 04292024
Union Pacific Testing First-of-its-Kind Hybrid Locomotive
The first of six cutting-edge hybrid battery-electric locomotives designed and built by Union Pacific and its partner ZTR, a leading rail technology company, will undergo extensive testing next month in a Union Pacific facility and rail yard.

Insights 04252024
Push to Achieve What’s Possible
The results we are delivering prove what is possible. The freight market has been tough, but as we focus on our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy, we are building a solid foundation for long-term growth.

Safety 04242024
Locomotive Engineer Todd Barras: 'My Main Goal is Going Home to My Family'
A fateful choice almost cost 29-year railroader Todd Barras, locomotive engineer, his life.

Innovation 04232024
Union Pacific Ships Longest Wind Turbine Blades in Company History
Union Pacific and Vestas, the leading global wind turbine manufacturer, collaborated to ship the company’s V163-4.5 MW wind turbine blades across the country by rail. The planning of this launch began more than two years ago in 2022, when Vestas introduced its new high-capacity wind turbine.

Innovation 04222024
10to90 Plastic Collection Pilot Advances Union Pacific's Sustainability Commitment
Union Pacific is kickstarting a 10to90 plastics circularity pilot, removing the intermediary to sustainably send post-consumer plastic back to the source.

Safety 04192024
Union Pacific Honors Train Dispatchers for Exceptional Safety Focus
Union Pacific train dispatchers are the railroad’s protectors, coordinating the safe movement of trains, engineering equipment and employees across more than 32,000 track miles covering 23 states.

Community 04182024
Union Pacific Supports Utah Art Museum's Mission to Strengthen Young Community
Utah’s Springville Museum of Art fosters community and connection for visitors of all ages – and thanks to Union Pacific’s support, they now have even more innovative offerings for their youth and teenage visitors.

Real Railroaders 04162024
Union Pacific Employee Sees UP Values on Navy Cruise
In 2023, approximately 40% of Union Pacific’s freight originated or terminated outside of the United States. As America’s premier railroad focuses on “Building America,” it can be easy to forget our true global outreach. Recently Marketing and Sales Manager Mark Karpf had an opportunity to participate in a “Tiger Cruise,” allowing civilians the chance to ride a U.S. Naval Ship for a short non-combat cruise.

Safety 04092024
Safety Vanguard: Bayson Oxuzidis Trailblazes Path at Union Pacific
Under the harsh gaze of the Sonoran sun, one leader’s approach to safety is as relentless as the desert heat itself. That quiet force is Bayson Oxuzidis, a dedicated Union Pacific rail car technician of more than 18 years.

Innovation 04042024
Union Pacific to Offer New Domestic Service Between Southern California and Chicago
Union Pacific is expanding in the Chicago area, providing customers direct domestic intermodal service from the Los Angeles Basin to the heart of Chicago and taking more trucks off the road.

Real Railroaders 04012024
Union Pacific Engineering Employee Honored by Springfield Police for Lifesaving Effort
Union Pacific's Nate Gutmann was recently honored for his lifesaving efforts in Springfield, Illinois, where he intervened to save a community member in crisis. Exemplifying the railroad’s commitment to community safety, Gutmann earned the Springfield Police Department's Civilian Certificate of Appreciation.

Community 03252024
Union Pacific Helps Houston Nonprofit Spark Fun and Safety For All
Only 61% of Houston residents live within a 10-minute walk of a public park. SPARK School Parks Program, a local nonprofit, is working to change that by creating and refurbishing parks at public schools in the Houston area.

Insights 03222024
New Executive Appointments Support Operational Excellence
CEO Jim Vena shares share organizational changes celebrating leaders who’ve made significant contributions to our company and elevating leaders to new posts in our pursuit of growth as we advance our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy.

Safety 03212024
Union Pacific Volunteers Support Mental Health, Substance-Free Workplace Safety Initiatives
At Union Pacific, our training and safety mindset are embedded in everything we do. From building trains, to maintaining tracks and repairing rail cars – for the safety of every employee, mental health is always a top priority. To support these efforts, Union Pacific’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has recently hosted a series of classes for new field volunteers deepening their understanding of company services, programs, policies, benefits and outreach efforts.

Safety 03192024
Union Pacific Invests in World-Class Safety, Launches New Training
Union Pacific continues making progress towards its goal to be the best in safety, investing in people, enhancing infrastructure, transforming culture and harnessing the transformative power of technology.

Insights 03182024
NetControl Positions Union Pacific as Technology Trailblazer
Union Pacific made history on Jan. 6, 2024, when we became the first Class I railroad to modernize the “big three” core operating platforms: Positive Train Control (PTC), Computer-Aided Dispatch (CADx) and Transportation Management (NetControl).

Innovation 03142024
Union Pacific Earns Repeat as MODE Global's Carrier of the Year
MODE Global recently recognized Union Pacific as the 2023 Railroad Carrier of the Year award recipient. This marks the second year in a row that Union Pacific was recognized with this honor.

Real Railroaders 03122024
Union Pacific Employees Honored for Outstanding Public Safety Commitment
Exemplary commitment to railroad safety and community outreach earned David Welch, conductor, and Vernon James, manager-Train Operations, Union Pacific's 2023 Dennis G. Beachler Grade Crossing Safety Award.

Insights 03062024
Near Miss Illustrates Need for Constant Safety Vigilance
Railroaders can’t become complacent or lose respect for the heavy equipment they work around every day. A close call early in my career brought that message home for me and underscored why safety must always be top of mind.

Innovation 03052024
Union Pacific's Revolutionary Track Rebuild Process Drives Efficiency
As efficiency is king at Union Pacific’s Englewood Yard – one of the nation’s busiest rail yards, capable of processing nearly 3,000 cars a day – UP's Engineering team recently revamped its process for conducting routine track maintenance.

Safety 03042024
Union Pacific Reminds Solar Eclipse Spectators to Stay Clear of Railroad Tracks
Donning solar eclipse glasses is a must for April 8’s total solar eclipse, but Union Pacific reminds spectators of another important safety tip: enjoy the celestial event away from the railroad tracks.

Community 02292024
Union Pacific Supports Minneapolis Nonprofit in Cultivating Compassion, Second Chances
Nationwide, almost 70% of formerly incarcerated people return to prison within three years of release. The Redemption Project (TRP), a Minneapolis-based nonprofit organization, aims to upend this statistic by providing a second chance through education, mentorship and employment.

Innovation 02282024
Union Pacific Sows the Seeds for 2024 after Scoring Successful Harvest
As a critical link in the world’s agricultural supply chain, Union Pacific invests considerable time and resources preparing for the fall harvest. U.S. corn and wheat stocks are significantly larger than a year ago, and Union Pacific is leveraging lessons learned from the 2023 harvest when it moved grain cars faster, farther, and more efficiently.

Real Railroaders 02272024
Union Pacific's Southern Voice on the Hill Retires After 33 Years
Throughout his career representing Union Pacific on Capitol Hill leading the railroad’s External Relations team, Printz Bolin has split his life between two very different worlds.

Real Railroaders 02232024
Unlocking Potential: Tuition-Free Education Offers Union Pacific Employees Flexibility and Growth
Through a partnership with the University of Nebraska Omaha, Union Pacific’s Educational Assistance Program makes pursuing higher education a tangible and achievable objective.

Safety 02132024
Union Pacific's Heartland Team Wins Its First-Ever Safety Bell
Union Pacific's Heartland Service Unit recently claimed its first Safety Bell, the Operating Department's highest annual team safety honor awarded to the service unit with the best overall safety record.

Innovation 02122024
Rare Palm Trees Provide Unique Growth Opportunity
Union Pacific's Phoenix Transload Facility offers transloading, storage and trucking solutions – but also has a unique item throughout the yard, Blue Hesper Palms.

Innovation 02082024
Union Pacific Recognized as Home Depot's Rail Carrier of the Year
The Home Depot recently recognized Union Pacific as the 2023 Rail Carrier of the Year at its annual Executive Carrier Conference. This marks the third time in four years that Union Pacific has won the award.

Community 02072024
Union Pacific Celebrates Opening of Phoenix Intermodal Terminal
Union Pacific's new Phoenix Intermodal Terminal is ready to serve one of the fastest-growing markets in the United States, connecting the Southwest with international ports in Southern California. The facility opened Feb. 1, just 45 days after the railroad’s initial announcement.

Safety 02062024
Union Pacific Special Agent Castaneda Protects and Serves in Eagle Pass
At the start of every workday – typically around 5 a.m. – Union Pacific Senior Special Agent Danny Castaneda packs up his gear and heads to work in Eagle Pass, Texas, with his partner, a K-9 named Saar, in tow.

Insights 02052024
Union Pacific's AI Chat Gives Employees Tool to Save Time and Drive Efficiency
Since developing our own, secured version of ChatGPT, Union Pacific employees have embraced the technology to generate blog posts and create executive summaries of white papers as well as generate code snippets and analyze and organize large, unstructured data sets.

Community 02022024
Union Pacific Retired Chairman Fritz Inducted into Nebraska Business Hall of Fame
Union Pacific retired Chairman, President and CEO Lance Fritz has been recognized for his contributions to Nebraska’s economy and business environment as a new member of the Nebraska Business Hall of Fame.

Safety 02012024
Grade Crossing Safety a Win-Win for Arkansas Community and Union Pacific
To be the best at safety, Union Pacific employees regularly volunteer their time and talent to bring all community stakeholders to the table – from schoolchildren and teen drivers to transportation industry professionals.

Innovation 01302024
Union Pacific Hauls Record Carloads of Rock in 2023
Union Pacific had a rocking good year in 2023 – literally. The railroad hauled a record amount of rock, edging out the previous record set in 2006 by a few hundred carloads and increasing overall carloads by 23% compared with 2021 and 9% compared with 2022.

Insights 01252024
Union Pacific is Making Progress Preventing Derailments
On Eric Gehringer's first day at the railroad nearly 20 years ago, he saw train crews in the yard relying on printed paperwork to do their jobs. Today, the men and women of Union Pacific have that information at the touch of their fingertips on a mobile device. Technological advances in the rail industry are reflecting in numbers showing derailments are declining.

Insights 01252024
4Q Results Show What's Possible When We Work Together
Our strong fourth quarter results demonstrate what is possible when we work together to deliver Safety, Service and Operational Excellence. Our team is aligned and moving forward with powerful momentum. Being aligned and clear on our objectives gives me great confidence that we have a winning strategy. As we tackle our work together, I am very excited and grateful for what we are achieving for all of our employees and our stakeholders.

Insights 01192024
Union Pacific's Resilient Team, Network Support Continued Winter Weather Operations
Severe weather systems have persistently impacted Union Pacific’s 23-state rail network since early last week, with Team UP continuously battling heavy snowfall, strong winds and subzero temperatures. In the southern part of the network, crews have dealt with tornado warnings, severe thunderstorms and heavy rain.

Safety 01122024
Union Pacific Joins Forces with Jefferson County and ExxonMobil for Mutual Aid Preparedness Drill
Union Pacific conducted an emergency response drill in Texas with Jefferson County first responders and ExxonMobil’s Beaumont polyethylene plant, sharing information and best practices as part of a mutual aid emergency response drill.

Innovation 01112024
Union Pacific's Proviso Locomotive Shop Overcomes Winter Weather Challenges to Keep Freight Moving
Located adjacent to the nation’s largest rail hub, Union Pacific's Proviso Locomotive Shop plays a critical role maintaining a locomotive fleet on the move – approximately 1 million rail cars travelled through Illinois in 2022.

Insights 01102024
Union Pacific Environmental Pro Loves the Adrenaline Rush of Serving His Community
The fire service has been part of the Heard family's legacy for almost 85 years. Chip Heard's dad, brother and three uncles have all served as firefighters, and now his two sons also are career firefighters. All chose this life because they wanted to help others and serve their communities.

Innovation 01082024
Union Pacific Extends Rail Network Through Production Facility in Bryan, Texas
Union Pacific is proud to join forces with CertainTeed Roofing, a sustainable exterior and interior building products manufacturer, who broke ground in early December on its new warehouse and distribution center in Bryan, Texas. The new facility will be fully rail optimized.

Real Railroaders 01042024
Union Pacific Employee-Led Outreach Programs Save Lives, Careers
Every day, thousands of railroaders come to work at Union Pacific's shops and yards, working with heavy machinery and tools – for the safety of every employee, mental health will always be a priority. Union Pacific employee volunteers are trained with one goal in mind – provide support when it’s needed most, with access to immediate resources that can help.