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March 11, 2022 | Fleet

BNSF and Wabtec to test biofuels on freight locomotive

The pilot is aimed at assessing the impact of alternative fuels on emissions, durability and performance of locomotives built by Wabtec.

March 2, 2022 | Financial

BNSF reports record net earnings in 2021

American Class 1 freight operator BNSF has reported record net earnings of $US 5.99bn in 2021, up 16.1% from 2020.

December 21, 2021 | Fleet

BNSF, Caterpillar and Chevron to trial a hydrogen-powered locomotive

Class 1 BNSF, Caterpillar and Chevron have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a pilot locomotive powered by hydrogen.

August 18, 2021 | Financial

Class 1 railways respond to STB over intermodal concerns

AAR says members have made clear how they are collaborating with all stakeholders to keep intermodal terminals and the entire national rail network fluid.

May 17, 2021 | Locomotives

Wabtec-BNSF battery train trial shows significant fuel and emissions reductions

A Wabtec battery-electric locomotive operated in consist with two diesel units has shown an 11% reduction in comparable fuel and GHG emissions during trials in California.

February 19, 2021 | Podcasts

Commuter Rail Coalition San Diego Pathing Study With NCTD and BNSF

Matt Tucker, DJ Mitchell and KellyAnne Gallagher discuss the San Diego Pathing Study with Railway Age Editor-in-Chief William C. Vantuono.

January 21, 2021 | Financial

BNSF announces $US 2.99bn 2021 capital plan

BNSF has set a $US 2.99bn capital expenditure plan for 2021, with the largest portion going toward maintaining the core network and related assets.

January 10, 2021 | Locomotives

BNSF and Wabtec begin battery electric locomotive trials

BNSF and Wabtec have commenced testing of a battery-electric locomotive in revenue service between Barstow and Stockton, California.

October 31, 2020 | Podcasts

Katie Farmer, BNSF’s Incoming Chief Executive

Railway Age Executive Editor, Marybeth Luczak, talks with Katie Farmer about leading the railroad and its workforce “the hard-working men and women at BNSF.”

September 15, 2020 | Financial

Katie Farmer named CEO of BNSF

BNSF has appointed executive vice-president (EVP) - operations, Ms Katie Farmer, to succeed Mr Carl Ice as president and CEO.

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