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UNION PACIFIC RECOGNIZES RAILROADERS DRIVING CULTURE OF SAFETY

Each year, Union Pacific honors exceptional people leaders who inspire and empower teams while championing safe, efficient operations.

Learn about these Safety Manager of the Year Award recipients

SAFETY

UNION PACIFIC AND OMAHA GO TOGETHER LIKE A BALL AND GLOVE

Union Pacific’s newest commemorative engine – No. 1616 Lincoln Locomotive – is on display at the railroad’s “Home Plate” display site in downtown Omaha.

TRACKSAFE HOUSTON: A SHARED VISION FOR RAIL SAFETY

From crossing enhancements to emergency response coordination and public education, TrackSafe Houston is both a commitment and a call to action rooted in partnership and purpose.

Help spread awareness about rail safety

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UNION PACIFIC PREPARES TO OPEN NEW MIDWEST INTERMODAL FACILITY

Union Pacific has the most extensive intermodal coverage network in North America – and we’re still growing. This summer, we’re proud to open our fourth terminal in a major market since 2021.

Learn how we’re proactively supporting market demand

GROWTH

POWERING CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS WITH TECHNOLOGY

From cutting-edge tech that simplifies shipping to UP.com modernization, Union Pacific is shaping the future of supply chains.

Watch a replay of our latest webinar

GROWTH

De SOTO WINS UNION PACIFIC'S TOP MECHANICAL HONOR

Some shops fix rail cars, De Soto rebuilt a culture – meet the team who won Union Pacific’s top Mechanical honor, the first-ever Steel Wheel Award.

Watch their turnaround story

SAFETY

JUNE IS NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH

The railroad industry invests millions annually in safety measures to protect our employees and communities.

Help spread awareness

SAFETY

UNION PACIFIC ON TRACK TO COMPLETE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND HYBRID LOCOMOTIVE PILOT

With testing and proof of concept now complete, Union Pacific and ZTR’s first cutting-edge hybrid-battery electric locomotive is on track to complete its first pilot in 2026.

See this innovative locomotive in action