Safety 06242025
Know the Sign and Make the Call to Prevent Tragedy
As a former police officer turned locomotive engineer and now safety manager at Union Pacific, I’ve seen how a few seconds — and the right information—can save lives. One of the most important tools communities can use at a railroad crossing is the blue-and-white Emergency Notification System sign. It may look small, but it holds powerful potential. Read Story
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Safety 06192025
Union Pacific Recognizes 18 Railroaders Driving Culture of Safety
At Union Pacific, safety is a shared commitment – one that starts with our team and extends to every community we serve. Each year, the railroad honors exceptional people leaders who inspire and empower teams while championing safe, efficient operations
Heritage 06182025
Union Pacific and Omaha Go Together Like a Ball and Glove
Union Pacific’s newest commemorative engine – No. 1616 Lincoln Locomotive – is on display at the College World Series (CWS) at the railroad’s “Home Plate” display site, located next to the Omaha ballpark.
Real Railroaders 06172025
Saluting Union Pacific’s 50-Year Railroaders
Continuing a long-standing Union Pacific tradition, employees achieving 50 years of railroading will be honored Monday, June 23, in a special ceremony with senior leadership at 11:15 a.m. CT.
Safety 06162025
TrackSafe Houston: A Shared Vision for Rail Safety
From crossing enhancements to emergency response coordination and public education, TrackSafe Houston is both a commitment and a call to action rooted in partnership and purpose.
Heritage 06132025
No. 1616 Celebrates Rail’s Pivotal Role Driving Our Nation’s Growth
Union Pacific’s No. 1616, the President Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Locomotive, honors our founder and the pivotal role rail plays driving our nation’s growth and prosperity.
Innovation 06092025
Learn How Union Pacific Powers Customer Solutions with Technology
Supply chains are always evolving, and staying ahead means embracing technology. Union Pacific recently hosted a webinar to showcase how innovation is enhancing shipment visibility, safety and service for customers.
Safety 06032025
Rebuilding a Culture: De Soto Car Shop Sets the Standard, Wins Union Pacific's Top Mechanical Honor
Union Pacific’s De Soto Car Shop is used to tackling big projects, but it recently faced its most challenging rebuild to date – its culture. Today, the shop is home to one of the railroad’s most admired turnarounds and the recipient of the Steel Wheel Award.
Innovation 05302025
Union Pacific on Track to Complete First-of-its-Kind Hybrid Locomotive Pilot
The first of Union Pacific’s cutting-edge hybrid-battery electric locomotives – built in partnership with ZTR, a leading rail technology company – is on track to complete its pilot in 2026.
Heritage 05272025
Union Pacific's Big Boy 4014 Will Make Two Whistle-Stops in Colorado During Limited 2025 Excursion
Union Pacific's legendary steam locomotive, Big Boy No. 4014, will make two whistle-stops in Greeley, Colorado, this summer as part of a limited summer excursion.
Safety 05232025
Union Pacific Aims to Drive Safer, More Fluid Operations at Southern Border
Meeting in the middle is great in most scenarios – but a railroad bridge straddling the international border between the U.S. and Mexico is not one of them.
Real Railroaders 05222025
Preparing Today’s Railroad Leaders for Tomorrow’s Success
Union Pacific’s Operating Excellence workshop annually brings together leaders representing all crafts across its 23-state network. The focus: safe operations, informed decisions and strong teams, underscoring the railroad’s commitment to continuous improvement and workforce development.
Safety 05152025
Moving Mountains: Union Pacific Clears Way for Safe, Reliable Rail Service
Union Pacific will move mountains to safely deliver the service we sold our customers – and the railroad’s rockfall mitigation teams help make it possible.
Insights 05142025
Everyone Plays a Role in Rail Safety
Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, a friend or simply someone who lives near train tracks, you have the power to save a life by spreading awareness of rail safety.
Safety 05132025
A Culture Built on Trust: Terrell Leads by Example, Earns Union Pacific's Top Safety Honor
When Randy Terrell learned he would receive Union Pacific’s highest safety honor, he didn’t think of himself.
Heritage 05062025
Union Pacific Unveils Lincoln Locomotive to Celebrate Legacy of Innovation
Union Pacific officially unveiled its commemorative Lincoln Locomotive, No. 1616, on April 30 to a standing-room-only crowd at the Jenks Locomotive Shop in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
Innovation 05012025
Union Pacific: Working with Customers to Reduce Our Collective Carbon Footprint
Railroads and their rolling, low-friction steel-on-steel operations are simply the most fuel-efficient way to transport goods and material over land, with one train able to move one ton of freight nearly 500 miles on a single gallon of gas.
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