BNSF Railway

Congratulations to Tristar FLC Inc., a BNSF Premier Transload company, for 20 years of excellence in transloading goods to and from the West Coast! We were proud to join Tristar at our Logistics Center in Fontana, California, to recognize this achievement. "It was exciting to celebrate this significant milestone with Tristar, and we look forward to continuing the partnership for many years to come,” said Lacy Kreger, general director of Economic Development. BNSF Premier Transload companies are recognized as a preferred transload service provider for their world-class safety and reliable supply chain management. #logistics #transload #freight #Fontana

Signal maintainer Gabriel Chavez followed in the footsteps of his father, Frank Chavez, 28 years ago after seeing how a railroad job provided for his family. He also learned lessons from his dad that he’s passed down to his children. Read more about Gabriel Chavez’s dedication to keeping trains moving at https://lnkd.in/eXEXJsR8. #freight #railroad

BNSF is thankful to all who have served in the U.S. military. Are you looking for your next adventure? We hire veterans. Our recruiters will be at the following military job fairs. You can also check out job openings at https://jobs.bnsf.com. - July 25: San Antonio Veterans Job Fair – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST at San Antonio Shrine Auditorium. - August 6: Fort Leavenworth Career & Education Fair – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST at Fronter Conference Center, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas - August 15: Camp Pendleton Job Fair – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. PST at Pacific Views Event Center, Oceanside, California - August 22: Dallas Veterans Job Fair – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas #militarycareers #militaryfriendly

Did you know BNSF has been growing alongside our customers for nearly 30 years? We’re committed to expanding and improving our network to meet our customers’ needs. To see a detailed picture of how we’ve grown our network, capital investments, services, facilities, fleet, and more – from our formation to our future plans – check out our Growth Timeline: www.bnsf.com/growth #economicdevelopment #FreightRail #SupplyChain

BNSF’s General Director Public Affairs Lena Kent, right, was proud to participate in this week’s groundbreaking in Long Beach, California for the Pier B On-Dock Rail Support Facility, a $1.567 billion investment that will enhance goods movement by rail at the Port of Long Beach.   Construction will begin this summer to expand rail storage capacity, accommodate more trains and reduce emissions.   Rail is the most environmentally preferred mode of surface transportation and carries one-third of the nation’s freight while reducing emissions, saving fuel and relieving highway congestion.   Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eEvZGEZz   #portoflongbeach #polb #rail #freight #intermodal

🦺🥇 The Wichita Falls, Texas signal team has gone an incredible 25 years without a single injury! This tight-knit group of 11 railroaders embodies safety and teamwork. Their leader, Derrie Kreiling, has fostered a culture of care and open communication. Thanks, team, for your consistent safety focus. #safetyculture #railroad #BNSF

Seeking to boost rail crossing safety and mobility enhancements in your community? The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced $1.1 billion in funding for the Railroad Crossing Elimination (RCE) program. This program invests in projects to build grade separations, upgrade existing crossings, or close grade crossings. BNSF is proud to collaborate with public agency partners to pursue funding for shared-benefit public infrastructure projects. Our goal is to enhance rail safety and efficiency together. Our committed Public Infrastructure and Investments team is here to guide you every step of the way. Learn more about how the BNSF grants and public projects teams can support you and how RCE can benefit your community at https://lnkd.in/ebN4BPjg. Applications are due in September. Don’t wait until then to reach out! Communities planning to apply, please contact us early in the process. #railsafety #IIJA #RailGrants

🦺🦺🦺 SAFETY STARS!  🦺🦺🦺 In the robust landscapes and diverse climates of the Pacific Northwest, a BNSF team stands out for their unwavering commitment to safety: the transportation team for our Northwest Division’s southern segment. This tight-knit group of 200-plus railroaders has achieved an extraordinary series of consecutive injury-free periods this year, thanks to their teamwork and safety culture. Some have independently achieved three-plus years, and the Bend, Oregon, team has gone more than 14 years injury-free. Congrats to this team for your safety accomplishments! #freight #safetyculture #PNW

At this year's Midwest Regional and Short Line Railroads annual conference, Minnesota State Senator Jordan Rasmusson and Minnesota Regional Railroad Association Executive Director Amber Backhaus presented on the 2024 Minnesota legislative session, with BNSF's Executive Director of Public Affairs, Lydia Underdahl, serving as moderator. BNSF is a proud member of the Minnesota Regional Railroads association, which represents Minnesota’s four Class I and 14 Regional and Short Line railroads before policymakers. This panel, along with BNSF's partnership with the Association, exemplifies the rail industry's ongoing efforts to educate policymakers and community leaders on the vital role railroads play in powering America's economy.

For the second year in a row, we’re honored to have received a top score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index for 2024, naming us as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.” We’re committed to building upon our progress in making BNSF a more inclusive and welcoming environment. To learn more about what we’re doing, click here: https://bwnews.pr/4bNQHv4. #diversityandinclusion #disabilityequality