Union Pacific Press Release:

U.S. Veterans Magazine Names Union Pacific a Best Veteran-Friendly Company

Omaha, Neb., September 26, 2013 – U.S. Veterans Magazine named Union Pacific Railroad among the nation's top veteran-friendly companies. The results were announced in the publication's 2013 "Best of the Best" list, created to encourage diversity-inclusion practices among industry leaders.

"Being named a top veteran-friendly company is an honor that highlights our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans," said Roy Schroer, Union Pacific vice president-Human Resources. "Military experience translates very well into the railroad industry. Veterans' leadership skills and teamwork focus enhance our railroad's safety, service and efficiency."

Approximately 23 percent of Union Pacific's nearly 3,900 hires in 2012 were veterans. Union Pacific is a member of the Army Reserve's Employee Partnership Initiative; is a supporter of the Army Partnership for Youth Success program; and is a past recipient of the Freedom Award, the U.S. government's highest employer recognition, and the Military Officers Association of America Distinguished Service Award.

U.S. Veterans Magazine selected Union Pacific based on evaluations that identified efforts to be accessible and outreach to veteran populations. The review process utilized independent and market research, interviews, diversity conference participation and survey responses.

About Union Pacific

Union Pacific Railroad is the principal operating company of Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP). One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad links 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain. From 2007-2012, Union Pacific invested $18 billion in its network and operations to support America's transportation infrastructure, including a record $3.7 billion in 2012. The railroad's diversified business mix includes Agricultural Products, Automotive, Chemicals, Coal, Industrial Products and Intermodal. Union Pacific serves many of the fastest-growing U.S. population centers, operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways. Union Pacific provides value to its roughly 10,000 customers by delivering products in a safe, reliable, fuel-efficient and environmentally responsible manner.