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Aerospace Industries Association hires senior director of acquisition policy
The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), an organization representing the American aerospace and defense industry, recently hired Adam Garnica to be its senior director of acquisition policy. “The Aerospace Industries Association welcomes Adam Garnica as senior director of acquisition policy with our National Security Policy Division,” Eric Fanning, AIA president and CEO, said. “As AIA continues […] The post Aerospace Industries Association hires senior director of acquisition policy appeared first on Transportation Today.
Import Cargo report shows continued peak season surge
Inbound cargo volumes at the country’s major container ports could see a near-record surge this month, a new report has found. According to the Global Port Tracker report released this week by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates, retailers bringing in merchandise ahead of a potential strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports […] The post Import Cargo report shows continued peak season surge appeared first on Transportation Today.
Federal Highway Administration awards more than $26.5M in bridge grants
The Federal Highway Administration recently awarded 28 projects in 18 states more than $26.5 million in Bridge Investment Program planning grants. The program supports projects that improve the condition of bridges to increase safety, efficiency, and reliability. This includes reducing the number of bridges in fair or poor condition or that cannot meet the demands […] The post Federal Highway Administration awards more than $26.5M in bridge grants appeared first on Transportation Today.
Micromobility at an all-time high, new report says
A new report finds that Shared Micromobility is at an all-time high with at least 172 million trips in 421 cities taken across North American in 2023. According to the fifth annual report on the state of the micromobility industry by the North American Bikeshare & Scootershare Association, found that micromobility continues to grow as […] The post Micromobility at an all-time high, new report says appeared first on Transportation Today.
Norfolk Southern appoints three PSR leaders to address operational excellence
On Wednesday, Norfolk Southern Corporation announced the appointment of three industry leaders with experience in Precision Scheduled Railroading (PSR) to head up its transportation team. According to the railroad Tim Livingston, Rodney Moore and Dewayne Swindall would join the company and report to COO John Orr. Officials said the new leadership structure would bolster accelerated […] The post Norfolk Southern appoints three PSR leaders to address operational excellence appeared first on Transportation Today.
Idaho’s Adopt-a-Highway litter pick-up program form now digital
The Idaho Department of Transportation recently announced that its Adopt-a-Highway litter pick-up program form has gone digital. The change was made in late March. The forms for reporting litter-patrol results after the event and requesting litter-patrol equipment also went digital. The move online is expected to save the state time and money. There are approximately […] The post Idaho’s Adopt-a-Highway litter pick-up program form now digital appeared first on Transportation Today.
NOAA announces $54M in funding available to clear up marine debris
In July, NOAA and the U.S. Department of Commerce announced the available of $54 million to address marine debris throughout the coastal and Great Lakes states and territories. NOAA said the funding would support impactful, large-scale marine debris removal projects, as well as the installation monitoring and maintenance of proven marine debris interception technologies. “Marine […] The post NOAA announces $54M in funding available to clear up marine debris appeared first on Transportation Today.
Drivers more likely to yield to pedestrian in lighted crosswalks, study finds
In areas with illuminated crosswalks, drivers are most than three times as likely to yield to pedestrians, a new study has found. According to a study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, dark areas with few streetlights and less likely to have drivers yield to pedestrians than ones that are better lit. At lighted […] The post Drivers more likely to yield to pedestrian in lighted crosswalks, study finds appeared first on Transportation Today.
Norfolk Southern, American Train Dispatchers Association announce partnership in FRA pilot program to improve railroad safety
On Tuesday, Norfolk Southern Corp. and the American Train Dispatchers Association, a craft union representing members on Class 1, commuter, passenger, and shortline railroads, announced their joint participation in the Confidential Close Call Reporting System, a Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) pilot program. The program, which aims to enhance communication and transparency with the goal of […] The post Norfolk Southern, American Train Dispatchers Association announce partnership in FRA pilot program to improve railroad safety appeared first on Transportation Today.
EPA awards Austin-area transportation organizations $47.9M Climate Pollution Reduction grant
The Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded Austin, Texas, a $47.9 million Climate Pollution Reduction grant. Funding will be distributed to a coalition of Austin-area transportation organizations for construction projects that will offer commute options. The city of Austin, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Travis County, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority, and CapMetro will […] The post EPA awards Austin-area transportation organizations $47.9M Climate Pollution Reduction grant appeared first on Transportation Today.
Oregon hosting outreach tour on transportation system
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hosting the Statewide Transportation Safety and Sustainability Outreach Tour. The next two stops will be held Aug. 7 and Aug. 8. The purpose of the tour is to help state legislators understand the challenges of maintaining a safe, accessible, and reliable transportation system as well as Oregon’s unique […] The post Oregon hosting outreach tour on transportation system appeared first on Transportation Today.
Michigan legislation would benefit independent automotive repairers
Bipartisan legislation recently introduced in Michigan state Senate would make it easier for independent automotive repairers to operate. Senate Bill 867 would allow a motor vehicle repair business that owns an additional facility to register that facility under the same registration and registration number as the business’ primary location. The additional facility must be located […] The post Michigan legislation would benefit independent automotive repairers appeared first on Transportation Today.
United States moves forward on IPEF supply chain agreement
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced recently that it had made more progress in establishing a supply chain agreement with the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). According to the department, an inaugural virtual meeting of three supply chain bodies established under the IPEF Agreement Relating to Supply Chain Resilience – the Supply Chain Council, […] The post United States moves forward on IPEF supply chain agreement appeared first on Transportation Today.
MTA breaks ground on Classon Avenue Station accessibility project in Brooklyn
On Monday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced it would break ground on a new project to make the Classon Ave. station in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn fully accessible. The $57 million project, funded by federal dollars, will include accessibility improvements and related improvements to passenger circulation through reactivation of some 3,500-square-feet of mezzanine space ad two […] The post MTA breaks ground on Classon Avenue Station accessibility project in Brooklyn appeared first on Transportation Today.
CSX releases Environmental, Social and Governance report
CSX Corp. recently released its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report. The report highlights the company’s advancements in addressing key ESG issues and showcases environmental sustainability achievements. “Prioritizing environmental stewardship, adhering to the highest governance standards, and positively impacting the lives of employees and communities are critical foundations of our mission to be the […] The post CSX releases Environmental, Social and Governance report appeared first on Transportation Today.
USDOT proposes rule on airline family seating junk fees
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Transportation proposed new rules that would ban airlines from charging junk fees to seat families together on flights. The proposed rule would require airlines to seat parents next to their young children for free when adjacent seating is available at booking. Officials said fee-free family seating would lower the […] The post USDOT proposes rule on airline family seating junk fees appeared first on Transportation Today.
New Jersey DOT releases $150M in FY25 County Aid
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) recently released $150 million in Fiscal Year 2025 County Aid to the state’s 21 counties for local infrastructure improvements. The program helps maintain public bridges and roads under county jurisdiction, or other transportation related work. Fiscal Year 2025 is the first year that pavement preservation was an eligible […] The post New Jersey DOT releases $150M in FY25 County Aid appeared first on Transportation Today.
Legislation to improve rail bridge safety introduced
On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced legislation that would require the U.S. Department of Transportation to address safety on rail bridges. The legislation, the Rail Bridge Safety and Transparency Act, would require the USDOT to create federal standard for DOT rail bridge oversight, while empowering local communities to become aware of and report […] The post Legislation to improve rail bridge safety introduced appeared first on Transportation Today.
PennDOT receives recognition from AASHTO awards for I-95 innovations
On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced it had won three regional awards from the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) in the organization’s America’s Transportation Awards competition. The department won “Best Use of Technology” for its efforts during the collapse of I-95 Cottman Avenue, “Operations Excellence” for its innovative […] The post PennDOT receives recognition from AASHTO awards for I-95 innovations appeared first on Transportation Today.
United becomes first airline to purchase SAF for O’Hare International
On Wednesday, United Airlines announced it had become the first airline to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use at O’Hare International Airport (ORD). Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joined United’s leadership at ORD to celebrate the role the state played in the move, noting the state’s SAF tax credits helped bring SAF to one of […] The post United becomes first airline to purchase SAF for O’Hare International appeared first on Transportation Today.
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