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BNSF and NFI form strategic partnership at Barstow gateway

BNSF Railway and NFI have announced a new strategic partnership centered on the Barstow International Gateway.

Jules Pennington

August 20, 20261 min read

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BNSF Railway and NFI have announced a strategic partnership focused on the Barstow International Gateway. The two organizations confirmed the agreement in a release dated August 17, 2026.

The announcement identifies the Barstow International Gateway as the central location for this new collaboration. While the specific operational details, financial terms, and projected timelines for the partnership were not provided in the initial statement, the move signals a coordinated effort between the two entities at this specific facility.

Further details regarding the scope of the partnership and its expected impact on regional logistics were not included in the available information.

BNSF Railway employs about 3,100 people in Fort Worth, according to local government records.

Source: BNSF Railway.

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https://www.bnsf.com/news-media/news-releases/newsrelease.page?relId

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Jules Pennington

Jules Pennington reports on local business, new openings, and economic development in Fort Worth.

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