TPT May 2012

I ndustry N ews

Transportation award at steel tube and pipe conference

UNION Pacific Railroad was named Logistics/Transportation Provider of the Year at the 2012 American Metals Market (AMM) Steel Tube and Pipe Conference. The award recognises a transportation or distribution company that best meets the needs of the tube and pipe industry. Union Pacific was recognised for its Pipeline Express Product. “It is an honour to win this award from American Metals Market,” said Eric Butler, Union Pacific vice president and general manager – industrial products. “Union Pacific recognises the importance of providing a turnkey operation to the pipe industry and is constantly striving to improve the logistics of transporting these materials as safely and efficiently as possible, helping the industry grow.” Each year, a panel of judges from leading businesses in the tube and pipe industry and members of AMM’s editorial team determines

the winners. The panel bases its selection of award winners on company performance in the areas of customer support, service, on-time pick-up and delivery, fuel cost containment, safety and technology. 150 years ago, Abraham Lincoln signed the Pacific Railway Act of 1 July 1862, creating the original Union Pacific. Today, the company is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation, linking 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail and providing freight solutions and logistics expertise to the global supply chain. From 2000 to 2011, Union Pacific spent more than $31bn on its network and operations, making needed investments in America’s infrastructure and enhancing its ability to provide safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible freight transportation. Union Pacific’s diversified business mix includes agricultural products,

automotive, chemicals, energy, industrial products and intermodal. The railroad serves many of the fastest-growing US population centres. Union Pacific Railroad – USA Email: tomlange@up.com Website: www.up.com Union Pacific won for helping the tube and pipe industry

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