Announcements by Market
Recent Announcements
Ethanol Tariff Changes Effective October 1, 2026
Dear Union Pacific Customer, Effective October 1, 2026, Union Pacific will implement the following changes to ethanol transportation rates and service requirements:
UP 43 Tariff Changes Effective September 1, 2026
Dear Union Pacific Customer, Effective September 1, 2026 rates contained in tariff UP 43 will increase by $300 per car.
Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge - August 3, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge will be 50.0% for the week of August 3, - August 9, 2026.
More Competition, More Access, More Accountability for You
To Our Customers, You are the reason this railroad just posted the strongest quarter in its history, and you are the reason for the filing I am sharing today. Every new addition we put forward was designed with one goal, to make Union Pacific work better for your business, now and for the long term.
UP 1195 Items 100 & 200 - Flex Potato & Onion Shipments
Dear Union Pacific Customers, Union Pacific has made selective price adjustments for the month of August in Tariff UP 1195, Items 100 and 200.
Record Results and Expanded Options for You
To Our Customers, This railroad is growing, and that growth is a direct result of your trust in us to handle your business. We just closed the strongest second quarter in Union Pacific’s history, and I could not be prouder of what this team delivered for you.
August 2026 Monthly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge
Intermodal Customers, The Union Pacific monthly intermodal fuel surcharge is 47.0% for the month of August 2026, effective August 1st, 2026. Please refer to our fuel surcharge page (user ID and password required) for reference.
Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge - July 27, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge will be 48.5% for the week of July 27, - August 2, 2026.
Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge - July 20, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge will be 45.5% for the week of July 20, - July 26, 2026.
Let's Talk Facts: It Doesn’t Surprise Me the Opposition is Nervous
To Our Customers: Over the past several months, I’ve heard from many of you not just about what you’re being told by those who stand to lose regarding our proposed combination with Norfolk Southern, but about the pressure you’re facing for simply engaging in the conversation.
Price Announcement: UPRR 2952 - Shingles
Union Pacific has adjusted prices reflective of current market conditions for UPRR 2952 - Shingles. The new prices are effective August 1, 2026. Prices are increasing on average 5.5%, but increases may vary by lane. We will continue to analyze market conditions and reserve the right to adjust prices accordingly.
Price Announcement: UPRR 1428 - Salt
Union Pacific has adjusted prices reflective of current market conditions for UPRR 1428 - Salt. The new prices are effective August 1, 2026. Prices are increasing on average 6.5%, but increases may vary by lane. We will continue to analyze market conditions and reserve the right to adjust prices accordingly.
Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge - July 13, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge will be 43.5% for the week of July 13, - July 19, 2026.
EMP and UMAX Transactional Rates: Effective July 12, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Union Pacific will implement adjustments to EMP and UMAX transactional rates effective July 12, 2026.
Fall Price Changes on Grain Products Meals, Oils & Feed Ingredients
Dear Union Pacific Customers, Effective September 1, 2026, Union Pacific will be making the following updates to our pricing documents.
Clarification on U.S. Customs Regulations
To Our Customers, Regarding our announcement yesterday concerning guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the importation process for new railcars destined for customers in the United States, we have since learned that the information provided by local CBP personnel was incorrect. We have confirmed with CBP leadership that no changes to the importation process for new railcars will be implemented, and no action is required from customers.
New U.S. Customs Regulations
To Our Customers, Based on recent guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), we are providing an important update regarding the importation process for new railcars destined for customers in the United States.
Accessorial Charges Effective September 1, 2026
To Our Customers, To provide customers with additional time to prepare for our accessorial changes, Union Pacific is extending the effective date of the previously announced changes to September 1, 2026. These updates are intended to promote proper freight car loading and improve the utilization of all trains.
UP 1195 Items 100 & 200 - Flex Potato & Onion Shipments
Dear Union Pacific Customers, Union Pacific has made no price adjustments for the month of July in tariff UP 1195, Items 100 & 200.
Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge - July 6, 2026
Intermodal Customers, Domestic Weekly Intermodal Fuel Surcharge will be 44.5% for the week of July 6, - July 12, 2026.