Sustainability Begins With Innovation

At BNSF, we’re committed to minimizing our impact on the planet by pursuing sustainable business practices that lead to greater innovation and more efficient solutions for our customers. Although rail is already one of the most sustainable transportation options, there’s always room for improvement. That’s why we’re proud to launch our annual BNSF Sustainability Awards

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A Gust of Inspiration

As a common carrier operating in diverse conditions across vast landscapes, BNSF is constantly monitoring all aspects of weather, including wind. Here in British Columbia, we are using a new technology to track the wind and ensure safe passage through the region. First dreamt up by Luke Johnson (General Director, Montana Division), BNSF train crews

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Take a Train Tour…Virtually!

Every day, BNSF Railway operates thousands of trains across a 32,500-mile network in 28 U.S. states and three Canadian provinces. Our employees make an enormous contribution to the North American economy by moving the goods people need in their daily lives. Annually, we haul enough grain to supply 900 million people with a year’s supply

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BNSF and Wabtec Commence Battery-Electric Locomotive Pilot Test

BNSF Railway and Wabtec’s exploration of the future potential of battery-electric locomotives crosses another significant milestone as testing of the technology began in revenue service between Barstow and Stockton, California. “We’ve got everything in place and we’re ready to see how this next-generation locomotive performs in revenue service,” said John Lovenburg, BNSF Vice President, Environmental.

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