UP
UP’s machinists and electrician at its locomotive shop in Oakland, Calif., embody the “Courage to Care pledge—together, they all go home safe,” the Class I railroad reported via social media on May 29. This has led to a milestone achievement and celebration: 26 years of injury-free service.
“It’s a tightknit group,” said UP Senior Manager Dave Victores, according to UP. “They actively care and look out for each other. This commitment prompts strong communication and a proactive attitude toward safety,” Victores said. “They are always looking to improve.”
Further Reading:
- UP Honors Train Dispatchers for Safety Contributions
- UP Celebrates Inaugural CEO Excellence Award Recipients
BNSF
BNSF on May 29 reported opening nominations for its 2025 awards program honoring “companies partnering with us to make their operations more environmentally friendly.”
BNSF Sustainability Awards have been presented annually since 2022 “to companies that are on the right track when it comes to sustainability,” according to the Class I railroad. BNSF honored 17 companies in 2024.
The awards will recognize “significant achievement” in one of the following categories:
- “Circular Economy Infrastructure: Rail moves of recycled wind blades, plastics recycling facilities and low-carbon cement manufacturing.
- “Supply Chain Efficiencies: Conversion from truck to rail, logistics park growth/co-location, pre-blocking, load efficiencies and reusable dunnage.
- “Sustainable Technology Implementation: Use of zero- and near-zero emission equipment.
- “Sustainability Leadership: Leading efforts in sustainability or efficiency initiatives with BNSF.”
“We look forward to recognizing those who are leading the way in sustainability,” said BNSF, which noted that it is committed to “highlighting the significant environmental benefits of shipping freight by rail and advancing our various sustainability initiatives and solutions with our customers.”
Nominations—by customers or BNSF marketing representatives—are due by July 18.
