OMAHA, Neb. — Union Pacific has been named to Fortune magazine’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies for the 17th time in 21 years.
UP is the highest-ranked railroad in the magazine’s Trucking, Transportation, and Logistics category.
The annual list is compiled through a survey conducted by global consulting firm Korn Ferry. Executives, directors, and analysts are asked to rate companies in their own industries, judging them on nine criteria.
The criteria include 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.
“This honor underscores Union Pacific’s commitment to safety, efficiency and innovation in our operations,” CEO Lance Fritz said in a statement. “It’s a testament to our dedicated, hardworking employees who position Union Pacific for success as we keep America moving.”
UP’s highest score came in the social responsibility category.
Fortune’s annual list will be published in the magazine’s February/March issue, which will be available on Feb. 21.
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