Three awards showcase leadership, performance and innovation
Phillips 66 was recently recognized by the rail industry for excellence in safety, sustainability and innovation in how they move their products every day, underscoring the company’s sustainability approach of collaborating across its supply chain to deliver energy more efficiently.
Why it matters: These awards acknowledge the precision, discipline and teamwork required to reliably transport energy products that help safely power communities and improve lives while reducing environmental impact.
“Transporting petroleum and chemical products by rail demands precision at every step.
These awards reflect our commitment to safe, reliable operations with lower environmental impact, and we’re honored to be recognized by our railcar partners.”
Anil Nath
Director, rail transportation, commercial, Phillips 66
Non-Accident Release (NAR) Safety Awards
Phillips 66 was recently recognized for achieving zero accidental releases in 2024 — a significant benchmark in the rail industry.
The company proudly earned five NAR Awards from industry-leading rail companies, including Union Pacific Railroad, Canadian Pacific Kansas City, Canadian National Railway, CSX Transportation and Norfolk Southern Railway, commending the collective efforts of teams across logistics, commercial and operations who help ensure the safe and timely delivery of our products.
BNSF Sustainability Award
BNSF Railway has named Phillips 66 a 2025 Sustainability Award winner for demonstrating leadership in sustainable freight transportation of renewable fuels and feedstocks at the Rodeo Renewable Energy Complex.
The award acknowledges efforts such as advancing supply chain efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, implementing sustainable technologies and strengthening alliances focused on long-term environmental goals.
Norfolk Southern Innovation Award
Norfolk Southern recognized Phillips 66 in their Fourth Annual Thoroughbred Sustainability Partner Awards for innovations that significantly contributed to a more sustainable future.
The award recognized Phillips 66 for the Methane Event Management System (MEMS), an in-house application that tracks methane emissions from detection to resolution.
Using satellites, drones, generative AI and machine learning, MEMS helps the company identify and respond to emissions more quickly, a major step forward in managing pipeline gas transportation.
Looking ahead
Together, these awards reflect Phillips 66 as an industry leader and a committed customer across the rail network. The company continues to invest in technology, processes and connections that enhance safety and sustainability, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of responsible and efficient energy transportation.