Union Pacific: Proud to Serve Roehm’s New Plant in Texas

“We’re excited to welcome Roehm’s new plant to our premier rail network, and we look forward to growing together for decades to come,” said Kenny Rocker, executive vice president – Marketing and Sales for Union Pacific Railroad.

The new plant, which started production earlier this year, produces methyl methacrylate (MMA), used to manufacture several products, including paints, adhesives, medical products and aircraft glazing. It utilizes industry-leading technology that produces high yields with low-energy consumption and reduced wastewater volumes.

Roehm is one of the world’s leading manufacturers in the field of methacrylate chemistry and supplies customers in several fast-growing markets, including automotive, construction and medical technology industries.

Union Pacific, which served the plant for the first time in April, provides customers like Roehm access to key Western markets across 23 states, as well as Mexico and Canada.

The plant took a little over two years to build and represents a major investment in the local community, creating an estimated 80 direct jobs.

Union Pacific is continuously working with our customers, communities, and others to find innovative transportation solutions that fit our customers’ unique needs and spur economic and business growth. In the past year, Union Pacific has processed over 600 industrial development leads and, currently, has nearly 400 active projects in development.