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Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena Gives Inspirational Speech to Progress Rail Leaders

Union Pacific Railroad is proud to work with nearly 5,000 suppliers across its network, including Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company. CEO Jim Vena recently spoke with 100 leaders at the company’s Global Leadership Conference, sharing Union Pacific’s strategy, and the culture and mindset it takes to grow.

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Union Pacific and Short Lines: Critical Partners for Growth

Did you know 25% of Union Pacific’s volume originates or terminates on a short line railroad?

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Staying Vigilant: Driving Awareness So We All Go Home Safe

As a railroad, we devote resources to promoting public safety, from training first responders to educating schoolchildren and their families to supporting local nonprofits. And as a team, many like myself spend our free time ensuring that message resonates with those we care about most.

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Union Pacific's Craig Richardson Reflects on a Career Devoted to Building America

As Union Pacific’s executive vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary Craig Richardson prepares to retire at the end of March, he reflects on a career dedicated to service – both to his country and to the railroad’s vision of Building America.

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Union Pacific and Short Line Primed for Growth in Kansas City

A new agreement between Union Pacific and Jaguar Transport Holdings LLC is geared for long-term growth in the heart of Kansas City.

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Union Pacific Announces Appointment of Christina Conlin to Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

Union Pacific has announced the appointment of Christina Conlin as senior vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary succeeding Craig Richardson, who is set to retire at the end of March.

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Union Pacific Celebrates Inaugural CEO Excellence Award Recipients

Union Pacific recently held its inaugural CEO Excellence Awards, honoring 41 employees who made tremendous strides advancing the railroad’s Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy. The awards acknowledge many of the employees who contributed to the railroad’s historic performance in 2024.

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Union Pacific and National Conference of Firemen & Oilers Reach Tentative Agreement

Union Pacific and the National Conference of Firemen & Oilers (NCFO) announced a tentative agreement that will be sent to NCFO members for ratification. The tentative agreement covers a five-year term and includes wage increases, additional vacation time, health and welfare benefits and minor work rule changes.

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Union Pacific's Twin Cities Intermodal Terminal Growing Strong

Union Pacific’s Twin Cities Intermodal Terminal has grown steadily each year since it opened four years ago, providing customers in the Upper Midwest region access to key markets on the West Coast.

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Former CEO Dick Davidson Recalls Living the ‘American Dream’ on the Railroad

Dick Davidson looks back on his life with a touch of amazement and a hefty helping of gratitude. At age 83, he still marvels at its trajectory: a Kansas boy raised by a single mother on a farm without indoor plumbing who joined the railroad as a brakeman to help pay for college and, after graduation, stayed to become chairman and CEO of Union Pacific Railroad.

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Union Pacific Supports Illinois Nonprofit Empowering U.S. Veterans

After serving in the armed forces, many U.S. veterans face challenges competing in an ever-changing job market. The Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois’ Sauk Valley Veterans Program, funded in part by a local grant from Union Pacific’s Community Ties Giving Program, is helping those who served their country develop the skills and confidence to secure employment.

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Union Pacific Honors 300 Train Dispatchers for Essential Contributions to Safety

More than 300 Union Pacific train dispatchers earned a 2024 Guardian Award for their vital role in helping keep employees, customers and communities safe. Five honorees have earned this recognition for an incredible 25 consecutive years.

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Union Pacific Empowers Railroaders to Pursue What’s Possible with Free College Tuition

Union Pacific is committed to growing its team’s potential, providing resources for employees to hone their skills and keep up with the latest trends in their field. In 2024, the railroad invested more than $1 million in free college tuition for employees through its industry-leading Educational Assistance Program.

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Pacific Northwest Railroaders Earn Prestigious Safety Bell

Union Pacific's Pacific Northwest (PNW) team has been awarded the Operating Department’s esteemed Safety Bell, presented annually to the railroad’s Transportation service unit with the best overall safety record.

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Union Pacific Unveils Commemorative Locomotive Honoring Founder Abraham Lincoln on Presidents Day

Union Pacific Railroad is celebrating Presidents Day with the unveiling of its newest commemorative locomotive honoring President Abraham Lincoln, who created the railroad and connected the nation through the transcontinental railroad. This rolling tribute highlights the pivotal role rail played and continues to play in the global economy and the transformative contributions of our nation’s 16th president.

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Union Pacific Continuously 'Raising the Bar' on Service

Union Pacific experienced an unexpected surge last year in West Coast cargo, with international intermodal volumes growing 19% compared to the previous year. The railroad’s ability to handle the surge while increasing overall freight car velocity by 2% highlights its ability to swiftly respond to operational challenges and deliver best-in-class service to its customers.