Union Pacific Expands Opportunities for Businesses to Connect to Rail

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Union Pacific Railroad has announced the launch of five new Focus Sites to enhance business connections to its 32,000-mile rail network. These new locations are in Shawnee, Oklahoma; Cedar City and Grantsville, Utah; and San Antonio and Texarkana, Texas. Focus Sites are large-scale areas designed for custom-built warehouses or industrial facilities, providing businesses with optimized transportation solutions. The new sites add 15,000 acres ready for development to Union Pacific's existing 32 Focus Sites. Furthermore, the company offers a Site Solutions Tool with over 6,000 properties located within 800 meters of its rail lines, continuously updated for customer convenience.

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• Union Pacific has introduced five new Focus Sites, adding 15,000 acres ready for business development.
• The new Focus Sites enhance connections to Union Pacific's 32,000-mile rail network, optimizing logistics and transportation solutions.

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Five new “Focus Sites” provide transportation solutions

OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Union Pacific Railroad today announced five new Focus Sites, providing businesses additional connections to the railroad’s 32,000-mile network and new opportunities to address their transportation needs.

Focus Sites are large-scale development sites suited for custom-built warehouses or industrial facilities. These sites are railroad hubs where Union Pacific can concentrate resources, effectively manage logistics and provide targeted services for its customers.

"Our team of regional experts specialize in finding you the best site to build your business,” said Kenny Rocker, Executive Vice President - Marketing and Sales. “We work with customers to understand their business needs and find solutions to win in the marketplace.”

In all, Union Pacific has 32 Focus Sites across its network. The five new sites are in Shawnee, Oklahoma; Cedar City and Grantsville, Utah; and San Antonio and Texarkana, Texas. Combined, these five sites have 15,000 available acres ready for development.

In addition to Focus Sites, Union Pacific provides a Site Solutions Tool with more than 6,000 potential properties available and located within 800 meters of its rail lines. The listings are constantly updated to offer customers full visibility into available options to establish rail service with Union Pacific.

ABOUT UNION PACIFIC

Union Pacific (NYSE: UNP) delivers the goods families and businesses use every day with safe, reliable and efficient service. Operating in 23 western states, the company connects its customers and communities to the global economy. Trains are the most environmentally responsible way to move freight, helping Union Pacific protect future generations. More information about Union Pacific is available at www.up.com.

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FAQ

What new opportunities has Union Pacific announced for businesses?

Union Pacific has unveiled five new Focus Sites, providing businesses with additional connections to its 32,000-mile rail network for improved transportation solutions.

Where are Union Pacific's new Focus Sites located?

The new Focus Sites are located in Shawnee, Oklahoma; Cedar City and Grantsville, Utah; and San Antonio and Texarkana, Texas.

What is the purpose of Union Pacific's Focus Sites?

Focus Sites are large-scale development areas designed for custom-built warehouses or industrial facilities, aimed at providing optimized transportation solutions and efficient logistics management.

How many Focus Sites does Union Pacific now have?

Union Pacific now has a total of 32 Focus Sites across its rail network.

What additional tool does Union Pacific offer to facilitate business connections to its rail lines?

Union Pacific offers a Site Solutions Tool with more than 6,000 properties available within 800 meters of its rail lines, providing full visibility and updated listings for customers.