Who we are...

Founded on May 8, 1863, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers was the first of the now existing labor organizations to champion the rights of railroad workers. The BLE, as the name implies, is at once a fraternal and a labor organization. This site represents the online home of the BLE Western Lines Division, which services over 2,500 Engineers and Trainmen. More »

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The New BLE Western Lines Online Home

We are committed to improving our service, and with the internet as a valuable tool, we can simultaneously increase our efficiency and reduce our bottomline. By utilizing BLEWesternLines.com as a primary resource, we can dedicate saved time, energy, and costs to helping where and when engineers and trainmen need it most.

At BLEWesternLines.com, you'll find valuable resources and information for all BLE Members, as well as specific news and archival documentation for Brothers and Sisters of the Western Lines Division. Bookmark this site, and visit often for the most up-to-date news and information.