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Katie Farmer Named President and CEO of BNSF
BNSF today announced that Executive Vice President Operations, Kathryn M. Farmer, will become President and Chief Executive Officer on Jan. 1, 2021. She will continue her role on and assume leadership of BNSF’s Board of Directors. Carl R. Ice, current President and Chief Executive Officer, will retire at the end of 2020 and remain on BNSF’s Board of Directors as well.
The railroad for tomorrow: How two great lines combined their strengths to create BNSF
2020 marks the 25th anniversary of a pivotal moment in BNSF's history: The merger between Burlington Northern Railroad (BN) and the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway (ATSF).
This is who we are.
Safety &
Security
BNSF is committed to the safe operation of every mile of our 32,500-route-mile network.
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Environment
BNSF believes it is good business and good citizenship to minimize our impact on the planet.
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History
BNSF is the result of more
than 390 railroad lines that merged or were acquired
during our 170-year history.
Community Support
BNSF strives to maintain strong relationships with the communities where our employees live.
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CUSTOMER TOOLS
Access our Carload Shipping Advisor, Intermodal Advisor, Carbon Estimator, Shipping Instructions Checklist and more.
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SUPPORT SERVICES
At BNSF it isn't just about getting your freight from point A to point B, it's about going the extra mile.
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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.
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WHAT CAN YOU SHIP?
Our consistent and cost-effective service takes products of any size to customers where they need them.
WHERE CAN YOU SHIP?
BNSF's Rail Network can get you there – no matter where you're shipping your freight.
HOW CAN YOU SHIP?
You can rely on our best in-class services to deliver your goods in the most cost-effective manner.
Join the BNSF Team
The BNSF Team of 40,000+ safely transports the products and materials that help feed, clothe and power communities across the U.S. and around the globe.
What's New
BNSF observes Rail Safety Week and Operation Clear Track
BNSF will partner with Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI), the U.S. Department of Transportation, law enforcement and other organizations to observe Rail Safety Week as well as Operation Clear Track from Monday, Sept. 21 through Sunday, Sept. 27.
Matt Igoe Named Executive Vice President, Operations
BNSF Railway today named Matt Igoe, executive vice president, operations, effective Jan. 1, 2021. He will lead the entire operations organization after previously having held the position of vice president, Transportation since July 2017.