Chemicals & Plastics

From plastics to soda ash — we provide transportation solutions for chemical compounds that support the manufacturing of more complex chemicals and goods we use every day.

Why Choose Us?

Commitment to Service

Union Pacific offers a strong service product, economies of scale and efficient operations.

Competitive Transportation Solutions

We are experts in providing competitive transportation solutions and network extensions for carload optionality, such as transload, storage and intermodal.

Sustainability

Rail is the most fuel-efficient way to move freight over the ground, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 75% compared to truck.

Franchise Strengths

  • Best Gulf Coast network in the industry

  • Best-in-class Houston Englewood Rail Terminal, processing nearly 3,000 rail cars daily 

  • Access to largest Soda Ash deposit in North America

Rail Equipment

 

 

  • Tank cars carry compressed or liquid commodities, like chemicals, diesel fuel and ethanol.
  • Covered hoppers are typically used to ship dry bulk commodities, like plastic pellets and soda ash.
Tank cars and gondolas are visible on this manifest train rounding the bend near Denver, Colorado.

Connect With Our Chemicals & Plastics Team

Our team of experts is ready to create a solution that works for your business.

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