Months-long railroad car congestion is clearing up, reports Union Pacific


The Union Pacific railroad, one of the largest private rail networks in the country, is finally reporting greener pastures after months of crippling congestion on its tracks. Crew shortages and threats of union strikes have also created a backlog on supply chain constraints on the rail network, leaving essential goods heavily delayed and many workers frustrated with the lack of progress.

The new UP report shows an 8% improvement mark since mid-April and an additional 3,000 train cars are back in operation to support increased demand. The railroad recovery is essential for the U.S. economy’s health and these new numbers signal that there is a growing strength.

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