What Ships in Carload Business
Rail is a viable solution for many shippers, offering a safe, sustainable and economical way to ship large amounts of goods Americans rely on. Some of the most common commodities that ship in carload service include:
Raw Materials: Sand, plastic pellets, soda ash, rock, fibers, minerals.
Building Materials and Component Parts: Auto parts, lumber, pipe, metals, paper, rebar, metal coil, cement.
Fuel: Ethanol, biodiesel, gasoline, petroleum, propane, coal.
Food and Beverages: Packaged food, canned goods, frozen food, produce, seafood, cheese, chocolate, meat, grain, feed products, corn syrup, beer, wine, tequila, orange juice.
Finished Goods: Automobiles, machinery, military vehicles, irrigation equipment, paper, solar panels.
Shipping in rail cars offers customers:
Capacity for large amounts of cargo.
Greater efficiency compared to truck, especially for long-haul moves.
Lower cost per ton mile.
Customers must be rail-served to receive carload shipments . We have a team of regional experts that provide guidance and rail project management for businesses wanting to build, expand or find a rail-served site on Union Pacific. Find out more about connecting your business to rail.
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