Union Pacific Railroad

09/02/2026

Faster, more predictable transit times.

That’s what modern supply chains need.

A Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination will create more seamless, single-line service, helping freight move more directly from origin to destination with fewer handoffs and greater reliability. In many lanes, that will save shippers 24-48 hours.

Because when every hour matters, a more efficient rail network matters too.

See how our unified network will accelerate freight delivery and strengthen America’s supply chains at https://www.up-nstranscontinental.com/articles/fewer-handoffs-faster-freight-less-congestion/

09/01/2026

🍂Fall is almost here! Flip your calendars to September to see UP 8867 soaking up the last of summer in Gold Run, California.📆

📸 Photo by: Adam Pizante. Photographers: Send us your great shots year-round: [email protected]

09/01/2026

🎉A milestone worth celebrating in De Soto, Missouri: 5,000 rail car rebuilds completed. Behind every rebuild is a rail car returned to service, supporting customers and helping keep freight moving across our network. 🎉

Through continuous process improvement and a relentless focus on quality, the De Soto Car Shop team has become a leader in rail car rebuilds. Their work as helps deliver reliable equipment, reduces time out of service and creates value for customers every day.

👏 Congratulations to both shifts of employees whose expertise made this milestone possible.

08/31/2026

Association positions are one perspective. Individual stakeholder voices are another.

More than 2,000 stakeholders, including shippers, farmers, short line railroads and labor organizations, have voiced their support for the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination and the opportunities they see in a more connected rail network. Read more in this RealClearPolicy op-ed:

Association Positions Should Not Be Mistaken for Stakeholder Consensus Author: Union Pacific | August 31, 2026 Key Takeaways: ● Association positions do not necessarily represent every member. A trade group’s official position reflects the organization, while individual businesses and workers ma...

08/30/2026

A special visitor Jane Elijah, a WWII Navy veteran, made Big Boy 's Coast-to-Coast tour even more memorable. 🚂

Elijah recently turned 100 years old and visited Big Boy's whistle stop in Strasburg, Colorado. Elijah met with Locomotive Engineer Ed Dickens, got an up-close look at our operations and captured postcard-worthy photos with the locomotive.

Elijah served as a nurse at California’s Corona Naval Base, a few years after Big Boy rolled off the assembly line in support of the war effort. Big Boy and this remarkable woman both represent an era of service, perseverance and American history. We're honored to have been a part of her journey.

08/29/2026

🚂We're proud to be a part of this stunning celebration at N.C. Transportation Museum

08/28/2026

Short line railroads play a critical role in connecting local businesses to national and global markets. Dave Fellon, president and owner of Progressive Rail, highlights how the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination will strengthen those connections, support American manufacturing and create new opportunities across the rail network.

08/27/2026

Big Boy brought rail history to life as it traveled through New Haven, Indiana, on its Coast-to-Coast tour. Join the Steam Club for the latest steam news: UP.com/SteamClub

08/26/2026

Today's filing reinforces a simple fact: the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger application easily satisfies the Surface Transportation Board's (STB) threshold requirements for full review.

Our application provides extensive evidence and overwhelming confirmation that the proposed merger is in the public interest. The combined network will strengthen the nation's supply chain, expand single-line service opportunities, enhance competition and deliver meaningful benefits for customers, employees and communities.

On Aug. 18, the STB advanced to the next phase of regulatory review.

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern strengthen merger with unprecedented customer commitments including pricing, service protections, and oversight.

08/25/2026

During our Coast-to-Coast tour celebrating , four front-line employees were recognized with the ride of a lifetime inside the cab of Big Boy for displaying dedication, leadership and excellence in their craft. More than 118 craft professionals were nominated for going above and beyond by their local teams. 🚂