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Union Pacific operational modernization efforts

Overview

Union Pacific is implementing various modernization initiatives focused on sustainability and digital integration.

The company has begun testing two Wabtec FLXdrive battery-electric locomotives in Southern California. These units, which feature approximately 7,000 battery cells and produce zero tailpipe emissions, are being used for switching duties and local customer service to evaluate emerging technologies for future operations.

Simultaneously, Union Pacific is accelerating a digital transformation to improve connectivity and logistics visibility. This includes the launch of a dedicated customer portal and an updated ‘Price My Shipment’ tool to provide transparency regarding costs and transit times. The company is also expanding data access through APIs and cloud-based solutions to allow customers to integrate real-time updates into their own systems.

Entities

Union Pacific · Los Angeles · Wabtec · Jim Vena

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Union Pacific accelerates digital transformation of railway operations

    Union Pacific is modernizing its railway network through digital transformation, introducing real-time cargo tracking, updated pricing tools, and API integrations for improved customer logistics.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Union Pacific begins testing Wabtec battery-electric locomotives

    Union Pacific has begun testing two Wabtec FLXdrive battery-electric locomotives in Southern California as part of a four-unit order to modernize operations and reduce emissions.

Sources

aaawe.org · mobilitate.eu · railfan.com · revelations-emerige.com · transportationtodaynews.com