Industry News
BNSF Adds Third Rail Line through Cajon Pass
November 7, 2008 | 01:20 p.m. CST
BNSF Railway announced that it has completed construction of a third main rail line through Cajon Pass in Southern California. The new line opened Nov. 3.
The $90 million project adds almost 16 miles of third main track to BNSF's route into the Los Angeles Basin. Cajon Pass is located between the San Gabriel and San Bernardino mountain ranges, just north of the City of San Bernardino. Approximately 75 to 100 freight and passenger trains currently traverse this route on a daily basis.
Employees Bring Joy to Others
Jan. 2, 2009 | 11:11 a.m. CST
Employees continue to bring joy to others with holiday generosity. More...
Extreme Trains to Air Final Episode
Dec. 30, 2008 | 10:09 a.m. CST
The 8-part History Channel series, Extreme Trains, is in its final week. The last episode airs tonight at 9 p.m. CST, and features the busiest freight line anywhere - Union Pacific's line from Omaha to Sacramento. More...
Holiday Spirit Continues
Dec. 26, 2008 | 09:04 a.m. CST
Employees across the system continue to show generosity during this holiday season. More...
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