BNSF | Plant Tour
4:00-4:30 PM Arrival and Registration| 4:30-6:00 PM Plant Tour
| 1.5 Hour CPE Credit Available
BNSF Plant Tour
· Attendees limited so please reserve early and let us know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend for any reason
· Cancellations— Contact
[email protected] if you need to cancel so that waitlisted members may join the plant tour.
· Parking— Park in visitors parking, details will be sent to registrants
BNSF Railroad Financial Overview and Network Operations Center Tour
Darrell Coffey – Director of Economic Development-Strategic Programs
BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies. BNSF operates approximately 32,500 route miles of track in 28 states and also operates in three Canadian provinces. BNSF, a 160+ year old company, is one of the top transporters of consumer goods, grain and agricultural products, low-sulfur coal, and industrial goods such as petroleum, chemicals, housing materials, food and beverages. BNSF’s shipments help feed, clothe, supply, and power American homes and businesses every day.
BNSF has one of the most technologically advanced, and efficient railroads in the industry. BNSF’s Network Operations Center (NOC) is the major hub of train operations, where hundreds of train dispatchers communicate with freight and passenger train crews to ensure safe and efficient delivery of both cargo and people. The visit will encompass learning more about BNSF’s capital budgeting process and finances as the largest subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)
Learning Objectives:
Review BNSF’s financial performance and capital budgeting processes
Discuss specific challenges associated with this industry (customer base, business, cycles, competition, legislation).
Develop an understanding of BNSF’s effort to improve safety, service, energy and environmental benefits provided to customers and communities.
Understand Key Operational Metrics and Competitive position.
Instructional method: Group-live
Experience level: Basic
Recommended CPE credits: 1.50
Prerequisites/Advance preparation: None
Field of study: Specialized Knowledge & Applications