BNSF Adds Three Certified Sites Written by William C. Vantuono, Editor-in-Chief Three locations on the BNSF network, one each in Kansas, Missouri and Texas, have been designated as Certified Sites, part of the railroads’s Premier Parks, Sites and Transload program, bringing the total to 27. The program’s goal is “to provide an inventory of rail-served sites that are available for immediate development,” BNSF describes the Premier Parks, Sites and Transload program as “a strategic approach that addresses the increasing demand for customer site locations by developing various types of facilities across BNSF’s network. Businesses looking to locate at any of these properties could save six to nine months of construction time as a result of this analysis. Certified Sites are reviewed by an industry expert in order to ensure accurate, reliable data. To be considered for the designation, sites must undergo a thorough analysis that includes an evaluation of environmental and geotechnical standards, available utilities, site availability and existing and projected infrastructure. All Certified Sites offer the convenience of direct rail service.”