OMAHA,
Neb., Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Union
Pacific Railroad has again been named to Fortune
magazine's list of the World's Most Admired Companies and is
the highest ranked railroad in the Trucking, Transportation and
Logistics category. The recognition highlights Union Pacific's
commitment to operating a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and
environmentally responsible railroad that connects our nation's
businesses and communities to each other and the world.
It is the 17th time in 21 years that Union Pacific
has been named to the magazine's list.
"This honor underscores Union Pacific's commitment to safety,
efficiency and innovation in our operations," said Lance Fritz, chairman, president and chief
executive officer. "It's a testament to our dedicated, hardworking
employees who position Union Pacific for success as we keep America
moving."
Fortune's research partner, Korn
Ferry, surveyed executives, directors and analysts to rate
enterprises in their own industry on nine criteria, from investment
value and quality of management and products to social
responsibility and ability to attract talent from a list that began
with approximately 1,500 international and domestic companies.
Scoring is based on reputational attributes including innovation,
people management, use of corporate assets, social responsibility,
quality of management, financial soundness, long-term investment
value, quality of products/services and global competitiveness.
Of the nine criteria, Union Pacific received the highest score
in the social responsibility category, a reflection of its
sustainable leadership bolstered by its continued steps to achieve
ambitious environmental commitments and support the communities it
serves.
"Fortune congratulates all of the companies whose competitors
and peers recognize their achievements and voted them onto the 2023
Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list," said Fortune Editor
in Chief Alyson Shontell.
The magazine's annual World's Most Admired list will be
published in the February/March 2023
edition, available on newsstands Feb.
21.
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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