BNSFs Positive Train Control implementation progressing BNSF Railway 2026-09-23 | BNSFs Positive Train Control implementation progressing
Employee Appreciation Day 2024 BNSF Railway 2024-03-01 | To our employees, no matter the role you play, your contributions help ensure the lights stay on, store shelves are stocked and our supply chain moves along efficiently. Together, we support the American way of life – and that’s something we all take pride in. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to the customers and communities we serve!
Happy Holidays from BNSF! BNSF Railway 2023-12-21 | Happy Holidays from BNSF! Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season and a joyous new year.#happyholidays #happynewyear
BNSF Employee Appreciation Special 2023 BNSF Railway 2023-07-06 | Our annual Employee Appreciation Special (EAS) train trip is always a highlight of the year at BNSF. This year, the EAS – made up of 14 restored passenger railcars – visited cities in our Southwest and California divisions. The cities visited were Gallup, New Mexico; Winslow and Phoenix, Arizona; and Needles, Barstow, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, and Bakersfield, California.Almost 6,800 passengers boarded the business cars throughout the month of June. Our dedicated crews worked for many months to create a wonderful experience for our employees and their families as they enjoyed a 90-minute round-trip ride on a segment of our railroad.This slideshow captures just some of the memories made on this year’s EAS trip. We’re already counting down the days until next year’s trip!
BNSF and Tulsa Dream Center BNSF Railway 2023-04-14 | At BNSF, we’re not just operating in communities — we’re a part of them. So when the opportunity to donate towards the purchase of a second location for the Tulsa Dream Center arose, we were happy to help! The Tulsa Dream Center is a community center that serves Tulsans with programs to help build economic empowerment, provide access to education, increase health and wellness, and foster leadership. The Tulsa Dream Center is there to support anyone who walks through their doors, regardless of what their need may be.
History of BNSF Railway’s Safety Bells BNSF Railway 2023-03-24 | Steam locomotive brass bells remain a symbol of our industry, especially at BNSF. We’ve preserved many of these bells from our predecessors and for more than 20 years have used them to recognize work teams that achieve the best safety performance each year.
BNSF BIG - Barstow International Gateway BNSF Railway 2023-02-13 | BNSF announced plans to construct Barstow International Gateway which will be a first of its kind intermodal facility with warehouses and transloading on-site and a switching yard for containers coming in and out of the ports of LA and Long Beach.
Co-locate your distribution center with BNSF BNSF Railway 2023-02-01 | Co-locate your distribution center to a BNSF Logistics Park and start delivering a more cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable supply chain.
Aaron Fazzio: Railroad Modeler BNSF Railway 2023-01-27 | For many BNSF team members, working with trains isn’t just their job, it’s their passion. For BNSF’s Aaron Fazzio, that passion is not only evident in his work as supervisor of Engineering Support, but also in some elaborate model train sets.
BNSF Wreaths Across America BNSF Railway 2022-12-22 | The holidays can be tough for those who are missing or have lost loved ones, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. So, it was with reverence and some emotion that Team BNSF helped to deliver and place wreaths on veterans’ graves as part of this year’s Wreaths Across America (WAA) event.
Bridging the Gap: New Sandpoint bridge project completed BNSF Railway 2022-11-21 | In 1904, the Northern Pacific Railroad erected a bridge in Idaho across Lake Pend Oreille between Sagle and Sandpoint. The 1904 bridge is still in use today by both freight and passenger trains. In March 2020 BNSF began construction of a second bridge across Lake Pend Oreille adjacent to the existing rail bridge to reduce congestion and help move traffic more efficiently. The project is completed, and the bridge officially opened on Sunday, Nov. 20 when a BNSF train crossed the bridge for the first time.
BNSF Certified Sites explained BNSF Railway 2022-11-09 | Assistant Vice President Economic Development Chris Danos and Manager Economic Development Taylor Schuff talk about the value of BNSF Certified Sites to help customers meet their transportation needs.
Willmar Bypass completed BNSF Railway 2022-11-08 | After years of work to build a new rail bypass near Willmar, Minnesota, the project team recently celebrated by pounding in the final spike on this important project for BNSF and our customers.The 2.8 miles of new track and wye – a triangle of railroad track used for turning locomotives or trains-- are collectively referred to as the Willmar Bypass. Now that these have been built, trains no longer have to enter Willmar and stop at the terminal in the middle of town to change directions to go to and from our Morris and Marshall subdivisions. They can now bypass the terminal on the new track that connects them.
Michael Armstrongs model railroad BNSF Railway 2022-11-01 | There’s a lot of rail history in this video! Check out the number of BNSF predecessors Michael Armstrong included. “The video I submitted depicts HO scale Burlington Route locomotives handling a train with freight cars from the railroads that combined over the years to ultimately create the BNSF Railway,” Armstrong said. “Model railroading is a great hobby that allows you to replicate prototype railroading in miniature form. In doing so, carpentry, electrical and artistic skills are utilized to complete the model railroad.”Railroads featured are: Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad (CB&Q), also known as the Burlington Route; Spokane, Portland & Seattle Railway (SP&S); NP; GN; ATSF; and St. Louis-San Francisco Railway (SLSF or the Frisco).
Craig DeRues model railroad BNSF Railway 2022-11-01 | A BNSF locomotive still in its Santa Fe paint scheme from before the 1995 merger leads a train hauling an aircraft fuselage in this charming scene. DeRue’s HO-scale layout depicts BNSF in Montana.
BNSF makes adjustments to attendance policy BNSF Railway 2022-05-13 | BNSF appreciates its employees who’ve adapted to the new Hi-Viz attendance system after its introduction in February, and is grateful for constructive feedback shared over the last three months.As with any change, it’s important to monitor progress and adjust as needed. To that end, BNSF leadership made several changes just a month after the initial rollout and promised a more thorough review after 90-days.That review has now been completed and while the program is working as intended, BNSF has gathered feedback from employees, many of whom shared thoughtful ideas and suggestions. Considering that input, BNSF will make additional modifications to the program effective June 1 to provide additional clarity and flexibility to employees. Vice President Transportation Matt Garland explains the changes in this video.
This is BNSF BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | For more than 170 years, BNSF has proudly moved the commodities and products that the people of America need to keep our economy moving forward. From building materials to the food on your table to the consumer goods you buy, it travels on rail. Our people focus on continuous improvement in safety, service and efficiency -- all to realize BNSF's tremendous potential.#ThisisBNSF #freight #railroad
Darrell Lippe - Safety Employees of the Year 2022 BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | For 41 years, Darrell Lippe, based out of Temple, Texas, has been quietly and methodically doing an important job, one that has a lot of responsibilities and challenges. When inspecting and repairing signals, there is no room for a mistake. The lives of our train crews and the public depend on the signal technologies – and the people maintaining them. But Lippe does the work with a positive attitude and, most importantly, safely. During his career, Lippe has been a mentor to many and is the first person they call with questions or advice. Giving his 100% is probably best underscored by Lippe’s safety record: over four decades with the railroad without an injury.
Adam Florine - Safety Employees of the Year 2022 BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | Kansas City, Kansas, Locomotive Engineer Adam Florine’s safety journey is very personal. When he was 8, his father perished in a train collision. Despite his loss, Florine always wanted to be a railroader, first as a conductor, then engineer on our Chicago Division. He was elected safety coordinator for the division, and collaborated with safety teams to deliver presentations, conduct audits and build relationships – what he considers foundational to safety. He spent countless hours teaching train crews how to upload, navigate and troubleshoot resources on their iPads. When COVID paused in-person training, he used QR codes on posters for employees to access information. The results of his efforts: In 2021, the division’s reportable injuries dropped 35% overall and 42% among our Transportation teams.
Jason Cox - Safety Employees of the Year 2022 BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | Jason Cox is part of our Northwest Division, where he and his team are a mobile construction crew, like first responders for track and structure repairs. In 2021, they were called to assist following snowstorms, floods and fires that wiped out stretches of track, including bridges and a tunnel. That’s when Cox’s leadership really mattered. Because he has his crew’s respect, they listen and talk about how they’re going to get the job done and do it safely. When not responding to natural disasters, the crew can travel 500 miles a day to assist on infrastructure projects, working side by side with other groups on the division. That means planning ahead and implementing additional safe work practices, together.
Chris Caven - Safety Employees of the Year 2022 BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | Chris Caven is a machinist at our locomotive shop in Havre, Montana, where in 2021 he was made the shop’s machinists trainer. As a trainer, he’s responsible for helping to develop safer processes and tools, and then educating others on how to implement them. Designing and then manufacturing a new tool can take months, if not years. Caven navigates what’s required to get the tool made, often working with the manufacturer to create a new standard. Then he makes sure employees at Havre are trained to use the new tool or implement the new process. He also makes sure our other Mechanical shops have access to the same new tools and processes, ensuring they are equally safe.
Reggie Thomass Model Railroad BNSF Railway 2022-05-12 | BNSF employee Reggie Thomas operates a detailed model railroad layout in his home.
BNSF Logistics Parks Help You Move Shipments More Efficiently Than Ever BNSF Railway 2021-11-18 | BNSF’s intermodal network is made up of some of the largest and most modern intermodal hub facilities in the industry — facilities designed to move your shipments across the BNSF system more efficiently than ever before. Locating a distribution center or warehouse at a logistics park near a BNSF Intermodal Facility, like BNSF Logistics Park Alliance in Texas, can help shippers reduce transportation costs through shorter dray, more truck turns and more logistics efficiency. These elements combined with a competitive cost per square foot, will help shippers achieve a leaner, more sustainable supply chain - and ultimately, a stronger bottom line. Learn how we can work with you to optimize your supply chain at http://bit.ly/38esEFu.#freight #logistics #siteselection #supplychain
American Tire Distributors Supply Chain Benefits from BNSF’s Intermodal Facility BNSF Railway 2021-09-29 | By locating their warehouse near BNSF’s intermodal facility in Alliance, Texas, American Tire Distributors saved significant time and money on drayage costs and benefitted from a reduction in carbon emissions. As more companies look to create a more sustainable and reliable supply chain, having easy access to freight rail transportation is increasingly important.
BNSF Certified Sites BNSF Railway 2021-09-20 | Specialty grains suppliers like Frank can get a competitive edge by locating processing facilities where they can ship quickly and cost-effectively to their manufacturer customers. But where? Many sites claim to be shovel-ready. BNSF Certified Sites go through a thorough review process to make sure they meet readiness standards. Certified Sites increase your speed to market by providing a true shovel-ready site with access to rail for either agricultural or industrial freight.
Jobs at BNSF: Intermodal Equipment Operator BNSF Railway 2021-09-10 | BNSF employee Keith Holem shows what it's like to be an Intermodal Equipment Operator (IEO) at BNSF.
Turntable at BNSFs Milby Shop, Houston BNSF Railway 2021-08-04 | The turntable at BNSF's Milby Shop is one of 33 operating on our rail network.
BNSF and agriculture, working together for 170 years BNSF Railway 2021-07-15 | For over 170 years, we’ve partnered with American producers as a critical link to delivering agricultural products safely and efficiently. We were there for you then and we’re here for you now. Together, we have innovated to make the U.S. farming supply chain one of the most efficient and productive in the world. Learn more at bnsf.com/ship.../agricultural-products/index.page.
BNSF Salmon Bay Bridge Project BNSF Railway 2021-05-20 | BNSF's Salmon Bay bridge is an important component of our 32,500-mile network. That's why we're updating the bridge so that it can operate as safely and efficiently as it always has.
Largest intermodal facility in North America BNSF Railway 2021-05-12 | You're looking at the largest intermodal facility in North America -- 243 acres. It’s BNSF's Los Angeles Intermodal Facility. With 52,000 feet of track space, it's a major component of the supply chain, supporting delivery of freight to markets in more than 1,000 different destination cities. Its 30 cranes lift freight containers more than 1 million times each year.
Rail grinding at night BNSF Railway 2021-04-06 | A rail grinder train makes its way through the night near Chicago. Rail grinding is an essential part of track maintenance for safe and efficient operations. It's performed on tracks to restore their profile, keep them in excellent shape and extend their lifespan, and it leads to fuel savings and a smoother ride for the train. A rail grinder train can have more than 100 grinding wheels. BNSF grinds more than 17,000 miles of track every year. #freight #rail #infrastructure
From farm to table: what it takes to deliver BNSF Railway 2021-02-18 | Moving agricultural products to the dinner tables of millions of people requires a supply chain of combines, tractors, trucks, elevators, trains, more elevators, barges, ships, mills, food production, distribution, a store, a grocery sack and finally… that table.
Rotary Snowplow BNSF Railway 2020-12-04 | Watch BNSF's rotary snowplow in action. Thanks to Houston Engineering for supplying the video footage.
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Case Study BNSF Railway 2020-10-20 | BNSF’s Intermodal service connecting Los Angeles, Stockton and the Pacific Northwest with the Northwest Ohio region expands market growth opportunities for our customers, like Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
BNSF Salmon Bay Bridge (30s) BNSF Railway 2020-10-19 | BNSF is replacing the counterweight system on the Salmon Bay Bridge in order to continue serving the Pacific Northwest region as safely and effectively as we always have.
Expand your companys market reach with BNSF Logistics Centers BNSF Railway 2020-09-24 | Save time on permitting and development without sacrificing location by utilizing BNSF Logistics Centers.
Ask BNSF: How do I get rail access for my property? BNSF Railway 2020-09-11 | Learn the answers to some of our customers' most-asked questions about how to get direct-rail access for their facilities.
Metra Cleaning Protocols BNSF Railway 2020-08-28 | Watch to learn more about BNSF's enhanced cleaning protocols on the Metra.
Rail Served Buildings: An amenity like no other BNSF Railway 2020-08-25 | Learn about the advantages of having direct-rail access by adding a rail-served building to your supply chain.
Rail-Served Real Estate: ROI for today and the future BNSF Railway 2020-08-25 | At BNSF, we know the importance of planning for the longevity of your company. Learn about the benefits rail-served sites can provide you with now and in the future.
Rail: The Sustainable Service Solution BNSF Railway 2020-08-25 | BNSF trains can move one ton of freight nearly 500 miles on just one gallon of diesel fuel. Learn how moving freight by rail can help lower your cost and your carbon footprint with rail-served facilities.
Thinking Rail? Think BNSF. BNSF Railway 2020-08-25 | Hear John Griesemer, President and CEO of the Erlen Group discuss the benefits and successes they've found with their direct-rail services by partnering with BNSF.
Diversify Your Portfolio with Truck-to Rail Transloading BNSF Railway 2020-08-25 | Discover the benefits of working with BNSF to expand your capacity and save on cost through truck-to-rail transloading.
West Coast ports provide a crucial connection BNSF Railway 2020-08-18 | GE Appliances relies on the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles as the entry point for all finished goods coming in from Asia. Meanwhile, most merchandise for Abercrombie & Fitch funnels through Long Beach, LA and Seattle-Tacoma.
