Insights 04252024
Push to Achieve What’s Possible
The results we are delivering prove what is possible. The freight market has been tough, but as we focus on our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy, we are building a solid foundation for long-term growth. Read Story
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Safety 04242024
Locomotive Engineer Todd Barras: 'My Main Goal is Going Home to My Family'
A fateful choice almost cost 29-year railroader Todd Barras, locomotive engineer, his life.
Innovation 04232024
Union Pacific Ships Longest Wind Turbine Blades in Company History
Union Pacific and Vestas, the leading global wind turbine manufacturer, collaborated to ship the company’s V163-4.5 MW wind turbine blades across the country by rail. The planning of this launch began more than two years ago in 2022, when Vestas introduced its new high-capacity wind turbine.
Innovation 04222024
10to90 Plastic Collection Pilot Advances Union Pacific's Sustainability Commitment
Union Pacific is kickstarting a 10to90 plastics circularity pilot, removing the intermediary to sustainably send post-consumer plastic back to the source.
Safety 04192024
Union Pacific Honors Train Dispatchers for Exceptional Safety Focus
Union Pacific train dispatchers are the railroad’s protectors, coordinating the safe movement of trains, engineering equipment and employees across more than 32,000 track miles covering 23 states.
Community 04182024
Union Pacific Supports Utah Art Museum's Mission to Strengthen Young Community
Utah’s Springville Museum of Art fosters community and connection for visitors of all ages – and thanks to Union Pacific’s support, they now have even more innovative offerings for their youth and teenage visitors.
Real Railroaders 04162024
Union Pacific Employee Sees UP Values on Navy Cruise
In 2023, approximately 40% of Union Pacific’s freight originated or terminated outside of the United States. As America’s premier railroad focuses on “Building America,” it can be easy to forget our true global outreach. Recently Marketing and Sales Manager Mark Karpf had an opportunity to participate in a “Tiger Cruise,” allowing civilians the chance to ride a U.S. Naval Ship for a short non-combat cruise.
Safety 04092024
Safety Vanguard: Bayson Oxuzidis Trailblazes Path at Union Pacific
Under the harsh gaze of the Sonoran sun, one leader’s approach to safety is as relentless as the desert heat itself. That quiet force is Bayson Oxuzidis, a dedicated Union Pacific rail car technician of more than 18 years.
Innovation 04042024
Union Pacific to Offer New Domestic Service Between Southern California and Chicago
Union Pacific is expanding in the Chicago area, providing customers direct domestic intermodal service from the Los Angeles Basin to the heart of Chicago and taking more trucks off the road.
Real Railroaders 04012024
Union Pacific Engineering Employee Honored by Springfield Police for Lifesaving Effort
Union Pacific's Nate Gutmann was recently honored for his lifesaving efforts in Springfield, Illinois, where he intervened to save a community member in crisis. Exemplifying the railroad’s commitment to community safety, Gutmann earned the Springfield Police Department's Civilian Certificate of Appreciation.
Community 03252024
Union Pacific Helps Houston Nonprofit Spark Fun and Safety For All
Only 61% of Houston residents live within a 10-minute walk of a public park. SPARK School Parks Program, a local nonprofit, is working to change that by creating and refurbishing parks at public schools in the Houston area.
Insights 03222024
New Executive Appointments Support Operational Excellence
CEO Jim Vena shares share organizational changes celebrating leaders who’ve made significant contributions to our company and elevating leaders to new posts in our pursuit of growth as we advance our Safety, Service and Operational Excellence strategy.
Safety 03212024
Union Pacific Volunteers Support Mental Health, Substance-Free Workplace Safety Initiatives
At Union Pacific, our training and safety mindset are embedded in everything we do. From building trains, to maintaining tracks and repairing rail cars – for the safety of every employee, mental health is always a top priority. To support these efforts, Union Pacific’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has recently hosted a series of classes for new field volunteers deepening their understanding of company services, programs, policies, benefits and outreach efforts.
Safety 03192024
Union Pacific Invests in World-Class Safety, Launches New Training
Union Pacific continues making progress towards its goal to be the best in safety, investing in people, enhancing infrastructure, transforming culture and harnessing the transformative power of technology.
Insights 03182024
NetControl Positions Union Pacific as Technology Trailblazer
Union Pacific made history on Jan. 6, 2024, when we became the first Class I railroad to modernize the “big three” core operating platforms: Positive Train Control (PTC), Computer-Aided Dispatch (CADx) and Transportation Management (NetControl).
Innovation 03142024
Union Pacific Earns Repeat as MODE Global's Carrier of the Year
MODE Global recently recognized Union Pacific as the 2023 Railroad Carrier of the Year award recipient. This marks the second year in a row that Union Pacific was recognized with this honor.
Real Railroaders 03122024
Union Pacific Employees Honored for Outstanding Public Safety Commitment
Exemplary commitment to railroad safety and community outreach earned David Welch, conductor, and Vernon James, manager-Train Operations, Union Pacific's 2023 Dennis G. Beachler Grade Crossing Safety Award.