BNSF

“Changing out a railroad bridge takes a LOT of planning and coordination, especially when the structure is on one of the busiest freight rail corridors in the country,” BNSF reported via social media. Over two recent weekends, contractor and BNSF crews did just that. (BNSF Photograph)

Class I Briefs: BNSF, UP

BNSF and contractor Kraemer North America change out a bridge on one of the busiest freight corridors in the country. Also, Union Pacific (UP) honors more than 300 train dispatchers for their safety contributions.

STB Acts on Long-Standing Proceedings

Consistent with his objective to “increase transparency at the agency,” Surface Transportation Board (STB) Chairman Patrick Fuchs on Feb. 21 provided an update on recent actions to “facilitate and expedite resolution” of several long-standing Board proceedings.

UP’s Pacific Northwest craft professionals celebrate their service unit win: the esteemed Safety Bell, presented annually to the Transportation service unit with the best overall safety record. (UP Photograph)

Class I Briefs: UP, CSX

Union Pacific’s (UP) Pacific Northwest team earns the railroad’s esteemed Safety Bell. Also, CSX donates $250,000 to Nemours to expand access to pediatric behavioral health services.

Class I Briefs: NS, BNSF

Norfolk Southern (NS) is named to FORTUNE Magazine’s list of World’s Most Admired Companies. Also, BNSF receives The Home Depot Rail Carrier of the Year award and the Class I’s Stockton, Calif.-based team completes a full year without a single injury.

Ten Canadian communities have been awarded $50,000 grants, totaling $500,000, for tree planting and greening projects through the CN EcoConnexions – From the Ground Up program. (CN Image)

Class I Briefs: CN, BNSF

Ten Canadian communities receive grants totaling $500,000 from the CN EcoConnexions – From the Ground Up program. Meanwhile, CN, Union Pacific (UP), and Grupo México Transportes earn spots in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025. Also, BNSF wheel plant employees in Nebraska mark a safety milestone.

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UP, Metra Move Closer to Service Transfer

Union Pacific (UP) on Feb. 10 provided an update on its work with Metra to “finalize the safe and seamless transfer of commuter rail services on three lines in the Chicago metropolitan area: the Union Pacific North, Northwest, and West Lines.”

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