Coal Network Update for Friday, November 21, 2025

Operational Performance
The BNSF network remains in solid condition as we head into the Thanksgiving holiday week and peak intermodal shipping season with positive momentum. Overall car velocity increased from the prior week and saw a 6% increase compared to October. Average terminal dwell was lower than the previous week, reaching the lowest level year-to-date and reflecting a 4% reduction from last month. Our local service compliance measure remains steady at 92%.

Coal Thanksgiving Operating Plan
Coal trains - both loaded and empty - will continue to operate according to regular schedules; however, BNSF plans to minimize the number of yard, local and road-switch assignments at terminals over the holiday consistent with customer activity and volume demand. Connecting carriers who have reduced operations for the holiday may cause delays on interline traffic. 

Please click here for more information on the Coal Thanksgiving Operating Plan. 
 
Service Expectations for the Week Ahead
Heavy rains and storms continue to impact multiple states along the Southern Transcon, including Southern California, Arizona, much of Texas, and parts of the Central Plains. These conditions are expected to bring elevated flash-flooding risks over the next 24-48 hours. BNSF operating teams are monitoring conditions and are prepared to quickly respond. For Thanksgiving week, we expect overall seasonable operating conditions across much of our network. 
 
We thank you for your business and appreciate the opportunity to serve as your transportation service provider. We welcome your feedback and questions.