Update: Adjustments to Empty Gate Activity in the LA Basin

Announcement Number: IM2015-103
Categories: All Intermodal,Domestic Miscellaneous,Domestic Terminals,Premium,Streamline Door to Door
Posted Date: March 13, 2015

Dear Intermodal Customer,

Union Pacific continues to see an increase in empty activity in the LA Basin which is causing significant ramp congestion. In an attempt to maintain ramp fluidity and operational functionality, effective Saturday, March 14 at 06:00, East LA will no longer accept empty ingates. Empty activity was turned off at ELA mid-2014 and only reopened in February to alleviate congestion at other metro area terminals. Empty ingates will still be accepted at COI, LATC and Montebello.

Additionally, Montebello will begin accepting empty ingates seven days a week. Currently, Montebello closes from 06:0 Monday to 06:00 Tuesday each week. Effective immediately, Montebello will accept empty ingates seven days a week.

We appreciate your continued cooperation and support.

If you have any questions please contact your Union Pacific representative.