Awards and Honors

Rail Talk
Rail Talk
Highlighting our commitment to safety, service, communities and our heritage.
Rail Talk
- Rail Talk Overview
- Safety
  
  Safety
  At BNSF, nothing is more important than safety. Here we highlight stories centered on our safety culture and why it is ingrained in everything we do.
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- Service
  
  Service
  BNSF plays a vital role in our economy’s supply chain, moving freight across our nation every day. Here we explore how our investments and innovations enable the reliable and efficient delivery of freight.
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- Innovation
  
  Innovation
  BNSF is forever proud of its heritage and history, and we combine that with a never-ending drive to explore new technologies and approaches where appropriate to enhance safety and efficiency. These stories highlight some of our favorite examples of how we apply innovation to railroading.
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- People
  
  People
  Railroading is a big world filled with impressive and interesting people. In these stories you'll meet some of the thousands of diverse, talented, and dedicated employees who do their part to keep freight moving for our customers.
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- Community
  
  Community
  BNSF doesn’t just move freight; we connect with people and communities along the way. Here we focus on topics that illustrate our commitment to where we live and work.
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- Heritage
  
  Heritage
  For nearly 170 years, BNSF has been safely and efficiently transporting freight and helping shape our country's history. Here we demonstrate how BNSF's legacy makes us confident in our future.
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News & Media
News & Media
Welcome to the BNSF newsroom. Here, you’ll find news releases, customer notifications and media assets available for use by news organizations. Looking for a media contact within BNSF? Click the Media Requests link on the left. Please include your name, title, organization, location, email, phone number and deadline in your request.
News & Media
- News & Media Overview
- News Releases
  
  News Releases
  Stay current with what BNSF is doing to operate a safe rail network, on our network, in the communities through which we operate and the services we offer.
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- Customer Notifications
  
  Customer Notifications Overview
  
  Network Update
  
  Service Advisories
  
  Marketing News
  
  Facility Updates
  
  bnsf.com Updates
  
  Customer Letters
  
  Pricing Updates
- Media Requests
  
  Media Requests
  Click the Media Requests link to the left. Please include your name, title, organization, location, email, phone number and deadline in your request.
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Retirees
Retirees
Retirees may not work at BNSF any longer, but many are active in their communities and play an important role as unofficial ambassadors for BNSF.

Check this site for information about benefits and retirement plans.
Retirees
- Retirees Overview
- BNSF Alumni Association
  
  BNSF Alumni Association
  We all have one thing in common: we worked at BNSF Railway or one of its predecessor railroads.
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Suppliers
Suppliers
BNSF purchases material and service items from an extensive list of sources. We seek to acquire quality goods and services at the lowest total cost of ownership by working resourcefully, efficiently, effectively and ethically with both current and prospective suppliers.
Suppliers
- Suppliers Overview
- Supplier Relationship
  
  Supplier Relationship
  Learn more about what it means to do business with BNSF and the process we use for working with suppliers.
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- Diverse Business Enterprise
  
  Diverse Business Enterprise
  We are committed to proactively identify, attract and develop long-term partnerships with certified minority, woman and veteran-owned and small disadvantaged businesses, while fulfilling BNSF Vision and Values.
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- Supplier Contacts
  
  Supplier Contacts
  Use this page to find the right person at BNSF to answer your supplier questions.
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Contact Us
Login / Register
Employees

Log in to the Employee Portal to access safety rulebooks, pay and benefits information, sign up for training opportunities and more.

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Payroll, Finance and some HR functions will be unavailable on 2/8/2022 from 07:00pm to 07:30pm CST
- BNSF Employee Portal
Suppliers

Log in to get the latest information on your invoices, payments and purchase orders.

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- Supplier Portal
- How to Register for the Supplier Portal
Customers

BNSF's secure customer website enables shipment tracking, bill payment, and more.

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Scheduled Maintenance on Saturday, April 20th from 11:30 am to 1 pm CST with minimal impact. Please avoid password changes/reset during this time. Sorry for the inconvenience.
- Customer Portal
- Customer Registration

Ship with BNSF
Ship with BNSF
From the materials that help create products people use every day to the actual finished products, our consistent and cost-effective service takes products of any size to customers when and where they need them.

No matter what you're shipping, BNSF has a service to meet your needs.
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- Ship with BNSF Overview
- New to Rail or BNSF?
  
  New to Rail or BNSF?
  Learn how easy it is to become a BNSF customer. We will show you how to get a rate, ship, track and manage your account by using our online tools.
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- Rail Development
  
  Rail Development
  Are you developing a new facility or looking to expand? You can rely on BNSF’s team of experts to help educate you on the benefits of incorporating our rail network into your supply chain. BNSF’s Economic Development team can help guide you through the process of expanding, developing or selecting a site.
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- Sustainability for Customers
  
  Sustainability for Customers
  Rail is the most environmentally efficient mode of surface transportation and at BNSF we are committed to improving the efficiency of our network in a way that benefits both our customers and the environment.
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- Agricultural Products
  
  Agricultural Products Overview
  
  Agriculture
  
  Field Crops
  
  Field Crop Products
  
  Chemicals, Fertilizers & Plastics
  
  Fertilizers
  
  Food & Beverages
  
  Bulk Foods
  
  Fresh & Frozen
  
  Renewable Fuels
  
  Ethanol
  
  Renewable Fuels
- Automotive Products
  
  Automotive Products Overview
  
  Finished Vehicles
  
  Vehicle Parts
- Consumer Products - Intermodal
  
  Consumer Products - Intermodal Overview
  
  Intermodal
  
  Intermodal Overview
  
  Intermodal - Innovation
  
  Videos & Case Studies
  
  Intermodal - Optionality
  
  Service Options & References
  
  Shippers
  
  Ocean Carriers
  
  Motor Carriers
  
  Other Logistics Providers
  
  The West Coast Advantage
  
  Intermodal - Contacts
  
  Reach Our Intermodal Team
  
  Intermodal - Capacity
  
  Maps & Shipping Locations
  
  Intermodal Facility Listings
  
  Intermodal Map - Detailed
  
  Intermodal Map - Overview
  
  Intermodal - Additional Resources
  
  Frequently Ask Questions
  
  Sustainable Solutions
- Energy
  
  Energy Overview
  
  Fuels
  
  Coal
  
  Crude & LPG
  
  Ethanol
  
  Refined Products
  
  Renewable Fuels
  
  Energy Infrastructure
  
  Pipe
  
  Wind Energy Products
- Food & Beverages
  
  Food & Beverages Overview
  
  Beverages
  
  Bulk Foods
  
  Canned & Boxed
  
  Fresh & Frozen Foods
- Industrial Products
  
  Industrial Products Overview
  
  Chemicals, Fertilizers, Plastics
  
  Chemicals
  
  Fertilizers
  
  Plastics
  
  Construction
  
  Building Materials
  
  Cement
  
  Lumber
  
  Panel Products
  
  Paper Products
  
  Pipe (Steel Products)
  
  Steel Products
  
  Fuels
  
  Coal
  
  Crude & LPG
  
  Refined Products
  
  Machinery & Oversized
  
  Wind Energy Products
  
  Other Oversized
  
  Metals & Minerals
  
  Aggregates
  
  Aluminum & Non-Ferrous
  
  Other Minerals
  
  Solid Waste & Refuse
  
  Solid Waste & Refuse
- Customer Notifications
  
  Customer Notifications Overview
  
  Service Advisories
  
  Marketing News
  
  Pricing Updates
  
  Facility Updates
  
  bnsf.com Updates
  
  Customer Letters
- Pricing & Tools
  
  Pricing & Tools Overview
  
  Pricing Tools
  
  Published Rates
  
  Agricultural Prices
  
  Industrial Products Rate Groups
  
  Industrial Products Rate Calendar
  
  Fuel Surcharge
  
  Finance Charges
  
  Demurrage and Storage
  
  STCC/Commodity Lookup
  
  Transit, Routing and Speed Tools
  
  Intermodal Advisor
  
  Get a Freight Rate
  
  Carload Schedules
  
  Display Lot Location
  
  Serving Carrier Reciprocal Switch Inquiry
  
  Calculate ALK Rail Miles
  
  Station Lookup
In the Community
In the Community
For 175 years, BNSF Railway has been an essential connector – safely and efficiently transporting freight from point A to point B. But we don't just move freight; we touch people and communities along the way. We're proud to tell our story and how we strive to be a trusted partner worthy of your respect.
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- In the Community Overview
- Safety & Security
  
  Safety & Security Overview
  
  Bridge Safety & Inspection
  
  Hazmat Safety
  
  Inspection & Detection
  
  Joint Labor Initiatives
  
  Police Team
  
  Positive Train Control (PTC)
  
  Railroad Grade Crossings
  
  Rail Safety
  
  Safety for Authorized Visitors
  
  Safety & Technical Training
  
  Train Horn
- Environment
  
  Environment Overview
  
  Emissions Reduction
  
  Air Quality
  
  Impact Report
  
  Fuel Efficiency
  
  Green Technology
  
  Highway Congestion
  
  Hazardous Materials
  
  First Responder Training
  
  Hazardous Materials Information Request
  
  Hazmat Safety
  
  Responsible Care
- Community Support
  
  Community Support Overview
  
  BNSF Railway Foundation
  
  Tribal Relations
- Public Projects, Infrastructure & Investments
  
  Public Projects, Infrastructure & Investments
  BNSF’s Public Projects and Public Infrastructure and Investments teams collaborate with communities to help secure funding to drive positive change and progress for infrastructure projects that cross, intersect or parallel BNSF’s network.
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- Friends of BNSF
  
  Friends of BNSF
  Friends of BNSF is a community for people who have a connection to or affinity for BNSF. It's a way to stay informed about the company, learn more about how freight rail contributes to our way of life, explore the company's rich history and connect with other BNSF supporters.
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- Frequently Asked Questions
  
  Frequently Asked Questions
  Get the answers to the questions most commonly asked about BNSF.
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- Contact Us
  
  Contact Us
  Find the right person at BNSF to answer your question by filling out our form.
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- BNSF Store
  
  BNSF Store
  Shop online for BNSF-branded merchandise.
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About BNSF
About BNSF
BNSF is a critical link that connects consumers with the global marketplace. For 175 years, BNSF has played a vital role in building and sustaining this nation's economy.
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- About BNSF Overview
- Our Executive Team
  
  Our Executive Team
  View profiles on our Executive Team.
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- Our Vision and Values
  
  Our Vision and Values
  Our vision is to realize BNSF's tremendous potential by providing transportation services that consistently meet our customers' expectations.
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- Diversity and Inclusion
  
  Diversity and Inclusion
  When we talk about Diversity and Inclusion, we mean inclusion for ALL at BNSF, no matter your gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability or religion.
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- Our Railroad
  
  Our Railroad
  Today's BNSF Railway is the product of nearly 400 different railroad lines that merged or were acquired over the course of 175 years.
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- Financial Information
  
  Financial Information Overview
  
  Fixed Income Investors
  
  Performance Summary
  
  SEC Filings
  
  Form 10-K Filings
  
  Form 10-Q Filings
  
  Form 8-K Filings
  
  Form SD Filings
  
  Other Information
  
  BNSF Railway Company Financials
  
  Surface Transportation Board Reports
  
  Weekly Carload Reports
  
  Former BNI Stockholders
- FAQs
  
  FAQs
  Get the answers to the questions most commonly asked about BNSF.
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- Awards & Honors
  
  Awards & Honors
  At BNSF, we are proud and honored to receive recognitions from various organizations. Please have a look here to see what other groups are saying about BNSF Railway.
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- Timeline: Growing Together with Our Customers
  
  Timeline: Growing Together with Our Customers
  Since BNSF Railway was formed, late in 1995, with the merger of the Burlington Northern Railroad and the Santa Fe Railway, we have been committed to expanding and improving our network to meet our customers’ growing needs.
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- Virtual Train Tour
  
  Virtual Train Tour
  Learn more about our trains, how we operate them, and the variety of railcars we haul, in the informative BNSF Virtual Train Tour.
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- Contact Us
  
  Contact Us
  At BNSF, we are committed to providing you the information you need to make informed transportation decisions. If you would like more information on any of the subjects contained in this section, please feel free to contact us.
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Work at BNSF

Safety

Service

Innovation

People

Community

Heritage

News Releases

Media Requests

BNSF Alumni Association

Supplier Relationship

Diverse Business Enterprise

Supplier Contacts

New to Rail or BNSF?

Rail Development

Sustainability for Customers

Agriculture

Chemicals, Fertilizers & Plastics

Food & Beverages

Renewable Fuels

Intermodal

Intermodal - Innovation

Intermodal - Optionality

Intermodal - Contacts

Intermodal - Capacity

Intermodal - Additional Resources

Fuels

Energy Infrastructure

Chemicals, Fertilizers, Plastics

Construction

Fuels

Machinery & Oversized

Metals & Minerals

Solid Waste & Refuse

Pricing Tools

Transit, Routing and Speed Tools

Emissions Reduction

Hazardous Materials

Public Projects, Infrastructure & Investments

Friends of BNSF

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

BNSF Store

Our Executive Team

Our Vision and Values

Diversity and Inclusion

Our Railroad

SEC Filings

Other Information

FAQs

Awards & Honors

Timeline: Growing Together with Our Customers

Virtual Train Tour

Contact Us

Awards & Honors

Contact by Email

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