Union Pacific Plans to Invest $383 Million in its Texas Rail Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $383 Million in its Texas Rail Infrastructure

Investments enhance community safety and railroad efficiency

SPRING, TEXAS, MAY 29, 2015

Union Pacific plans to invest $383 million in 2015 to improve Texas's transportation infrastructure. The company's multi-million dollar private investment will enhance employee, community and customer safety and increase rail operating efficiency. Freight railroads like Union Pacific operate on track built and maintained without taxpayer funds. Union Pacific's private investments sustain jobs and ensure the company meets growing demand for products used in the resurgent American economy.

Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: $289 million to maintain railroad track, $18 million to enhance signal systems and $75 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state. Key projects planned this year include:

• $14 million investment in the rail line southwest of Dalhart to replace 27 miles of rail and repair the surfaces at 13 road crossings.
• $11 million investment in the rail line near Sierra Blanca to replace 20 miles of rail and repair the surfaces at 6 road crossings.
• $12 million investment in the rail line between Waco and Hearne to replace 81,077 railroad ties and install 59,435 tons of rock ballast. In addition, crews will repair the surfaces at 114 road crossings.

This year's planned $383 million capital expenditure in Texas is part of an ongoing investment strategy. From 2010 to 2014 Union Pacific invested more than $2.7 billion strengthening Texas's transportation infrastructure.

"We constantly evaluate our customers' needs to make targeted investments that enhance our efficiency and deliver the goods American businesses and families use daily," said Brenda Mainwaring, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Southern Region. "Continuing to aggressively invest in our infrastructure is an important element in Union Pacific's unwavering safety commitment."

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $98 Million in its Arkansas Rail Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $98 Million in its Arkansas Rail Infrastructure

Investments enhance community safety and railroad efficiency

SPRING, TEXAS, MAY 28, 2015

Union Pacific plans to invest $98 million in 2015 to improve Arkansas's transportation infrastructure. The company's multi-million dollar private investment will enhance employee, community and customer safety and increase rail operating efficiency. Freight railroads like Union Pacific operate on track built and maintained without taxpayer funds. Union Pacific's private investments sustain jobs and ensure the company meets growing demand for products used in the resurgent American economy.

Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: $81 million to maintain railroad track, $8 million to enhance signal systems and $8 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state. Key projects planned this year include:

• $23 million investment in the rail line between Gould and the border with Louisiana to replace 44 miles of rail and repair the surfaces at 65 road crossings.
• $9.7 million investment in the rail line between Knoxville and Van Buren to replace 65,251 railroad ties and install 28,107 tons of rock ballast. In addition, crews will repair the surfaces at 62 road crossings.
• $7.1 million investment in the rail line between Hope and Texarkana to replace 50,383 railroad ties and install 21,910 tons of rock ballast. In addition, crews will repair the surfaces at 40 road crossings.

This year's planned $98 million capital expenditure in Arkansas is part of an ongoing investment strategy. From 2010 to 2014 Union Pacific invested more than $663 million strengthening Arkansas's transportation infrastructure.

"We constantly evaluate our customers' needs to make targeted investments that enhance our efficiency and deliver the goods American businesses and families use daily," said Brenda Mainwaring, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Southern Region. "Continuing to aggressively invest in our infrastructure is an important element in Union Pacific's unwavering safety commitment."

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $27 Million in its Oklahoma Rail Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $27 Million in its Oklahoma Rail Infrastructure

Investments enhance community safety and railroad efficiency

SPRING, TEXAS, MAY 28, 2015

Union Pacific plans to invest $27 million in 2015 to improve Oklahoma's transportation infrastructure. The company's multi-million dollar private investment will enhance employee, community and customer safety and increase rail operating efficiency. Freight railroads like Union Pacific operate on track built and maintained without taxpayer funds. Union Pacific's private investments sustain jobs and ensure the company meets growing demand for products used in the resurgent American economy.

Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: $23 million to maintain railroad track, $634,000 to enhance signal systems and $3 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state. Key projects planned this year include:

• $13 million investment in the rail line between Big Cabin and Rentiesville to replace 84,820 railroad ties and install 40,249 tons of rock ballast. In addition, crews will repair the surfaces at 89 road crossings.
• $3 million investment in the rail line between the Oklahoma/Kansas line and Wagoner to replace 23,939 railroad ties and install 332 tons of rock ballast.

This year's planned $27 million capital expenditure in Oklahoma is part of an ongoing investment strategy. From 2010 to 2014 Union Pacific invested more than $236 million strengthening Oklahoma's transportation infrastructure.

"We constantly evaluate our customers' needs to make targeted investments that enhance our efficiency and deliver the goods American businesses and families use daily," said Brenda Mainwaring, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Southern Region. "Continuing to aggressively invest in our infrastructure is an important element in Union Pacific's unwavering safety commitment."

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $72 Million in its Louisiana Rail Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Plans to Invest $72 Million in its Louisiana Rail Infrastructure

Investments enhance community safety and railroad efficiency

SPRING, TEXAS, MAY 27, 2015

Union Pacific plans to invest $72 million in 2015 to improve Louisiana's transportation infrastructure. The company's multi-million dollar private investment will enhance employee, community and customer safety and increase rail operating efficiency. Freight railroads like Union Pacific operate on track built and maintained without taxpayer funds. Union Pacific's private investments sustain jobs and ensure the company meets growing demand for products used in the resurgent American economy.

Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: $67 million to maintain railroad track, $1 million to enhance signal systems and $2 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state. Key projects planned this year include:

• $11 million investment in the rail line between Columbia and Pollock to replace 22 miles of rail and repair the surfaces at 21 road crossings.
• $8 million investment in the rail line between Fordoche and Morrow to replace 22 miles of rail and repair the surfaces at 12 road crossings.

This year's planned $72 million capital expenditure in Louisiana is part of an ongoing investment strategy. From 2010 to 2014 Union Pacific invested more than $568 million strengthening Louisiana's transportation infrastructure.

"We constantly evaluate our customers' needs to make targeted investments that enhance our efficiency and deliver the goods American businesses and families use daily," said Brenda Mainwaring, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Southern Region. "Continuing to aggressively invest in our infrastructure is an important element in Union Pacific's unwavering safety commitment."

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Union Pacific Railroad Invests More Than $10 Million to Strengthen Missouri's Transportation Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Railroad Invests More Than $10 Million to Strengthen Missouri's Transportation Infrastructure

Project Funded by Private Investment, Not Taxpayer Dollars

OMAHA, NEB., MAY 26, 2015

Union Pacific Railroad will strengthen Missouri's transportation infrastructure investing more than $10 million in the rail line between St. Louis and near Washington. The project, funded entirely by Union Pacific without taxpayer dollars, began May 22 and is scheduled to be completed the first week of July.

The railroad will replace 61,000 railroad ties, install 31,600 tons of rock ballast and replace nearly one mile of rail in various curves. In addition, crews will repair the surfaces at 49 road crossings. The project is one of nearly 1,500 Union Pacific will complete across its 32,000-mile network this year to help improve train operating efficiency, reduce motorist wait times at crossings and enhance safety.

"Union Pacific helps businesses connect with consumers, suppliers and markets across the nation and around the world," said Donna Kush, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Northern Region. "In addition to helping move our customers' goods safely and efficiently, our investments support communities by reducing traffic congestion, facilitating industrial development and promoting economic expansion."

The railroad plans to invest $66 million in 2015 to improve Missouri's transportation infrastructure. Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: nearly $48 million to maintain railroad track, $8 million to enhance signal systems and $10 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state.

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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The statements and information contained in the news releases provided by Union Pacific speak only as of the date issued. Such information by its nature may become outdated, and investors should not assume that the statements and information contained in Union Pacific's news releases remain current after the date issued. Union Pacific makes no commitment, and disclaims any duty, to update any of this information.

Union Pacific Railroad Invests More Than $13 Million to Strengthen Nebraska's Transportation Infrastructure

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Union Pacific Railroad Invests More Than $13 Million to Strengthen Nebraska's Transportation Infrastructure

Project Funded by Private Investment, Not Taxpayer Dollars

OMAHA, NEB., MAY 22, 2015

Union Pacific Railroad will strengthen Nebraska's transportation infrastructure investing more than $13 million in the rail line between Columbus and Grand Island. The project, funded entirely by Union Pacific without taxpayer dollars, began May 21 and is scheduled to be completed the first week of August.

The railroad will replace 36,200 railroad ties and install 153,000 tons of rock ballast. The project is one of nearly 1,500 Union Pacific will complete across its 32,000-mile network this year to help improve train operating efficiency, reduce motorist wait times at crossings and enhance safety.

"Union Pacific helps businesses connect with consumers, suppliers and markets across the nation and around the world," said Donna Kush, Union Pacific vice president - Public Affairs, Northern Region. "In addition to helping move our customers' goods safely and efficiently, our investments support communities by reducing traffic congestion, facilitating industrial development and promoting economic expansion."

The railroad plans to invest nearly $102 million in 2015 to improve Nebraska's transportation infrastructure. Union Pacific's planned investment covers a range of initiatives: nearly $90 million to maintain railroad track, nearly $8 million to enhance signal systems and $4 million to maintain or replace bridges in the state.

Union Pacific plans to spend $4.2 billion across its network this year, following investments totaling more than $31 billion from 2005-2014. These investments contributed to a 38 percent decrease in derailments over the last 10 years.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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Union Pacific Railroad Conducts Crude-by-Rail Safety Training Course for Emergency Responders from Eight States

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Union Pacific Railroad Conducts Crude-by-Rail Safety Training Course for Emergency Responders from Eight States

OMAHA, NEB., MAY 21, 2015

Union Pacific Railroad conducted training for 39 emergency response personnel from eight states May 13 - 15. The training focused on sharpening the emergency responders' skills to better prepare them in the unlikely event of a crude-by-rail incident in or near their respective communities.

Union Pacific proactively reaches out to fire departments as well as other emergency responders along its lines to offer comprehensive training to first responders in communities where the railroad operates. The company annually trains approximately 2,500 local, state and federal first-responders on ways to minimize the impact of a potential derailment. Union Pacific has trained nearly 38,000 public responders and almost 7,500 private responders (shippers and contractors) since 2003. This includes classroom and hands-on training. In 2015, the railroad has trained 119 emergency responders specifically on crude-by-rail transportation.

The recently completed training covered a variety of safety subjects, including identification of tank car types that transport crude; tank car fittings; tank car construction; chemical and physical properties of the different types of crude oil; and crude oil response precautions. Participants received hands-on experience in assessing tank car damage; making certain on-site repairs; controlling the release of crude oil from damaged rail cars; and crude oil fire suppression techniques.

Class members participated in a simulated crude oil fire. The simulation helped students understand how the railroad would work with them in an emergency, and how to work safely while on railroad property.

The three-day, 24-hour courses were held at the Association of American Railroads' Transportation Technology Center near Pueblo, Colorado. Union Pacific paid for all attendees' expenses, with no cost to communities or organizations.

Emergency response personnel from the following organizations attended the course:

• California:
  • Lodi Fire Department, Lodi
  • Ventura County Fire Department, Moorpark
  • Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection, Empire
  • Sacramento Fire Department, Sacramento
  • Santa Barbara County Fire Department, Gaviota
  • Woodbridge Fire Department, Woodbridge
• Colorado:
  • Aurora Fire Department, Aurora
  • Gypsum Fire Protection District, Gypsum
  • Greater Eagle Fire District, Eagle
• Illinois:
  • Dixon Fire Department, Dixon
  • Cahokia Volunteer Fire Department, Cahokia
  • Berwyn Fire Department, Berwyn
  • Mt. Vernon Fire Department, Mt. Vernon
  • Broadview Fire Department, Broadview
  • Dixon Rural Fire Protection District, Dixon
  • Grant Park Fire District, Grant Park
• Louisiana:
  • Plaquemine Fire Department, Plaquemine
  • Bossier Parish Fire District 7, Plan Dealing
  • Pointe Coupee Fire District 4, Livonia
• Nebraska:
  • Bellevue Fire Department, Bellevue
• Oregon:
  • Harrisburg Fire and Rescue, Eugene
  • Hood River Fire Department, Hood River
  • Klamath County Fire District 1, Klamath Falls
• Texas:
  • Ft. Worth Fire Department, Ft. Worth
  • Corpus Christi Fire Department, Corpus Christi
  • Denton Fire Department, Denton
• Washington:
  • Tacoma Fire Department, Tacoma

Future crude-by-rail courses will be held:

• October 14 - 16
• November 4 - 6

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2005-2014, Union Pacific invested more than $31 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.

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