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Ports are about to get even bigger — and higher tech
Port operators are adding new technology, extra capacity and even mixed-use developments to monetize unused land and increase revenue.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Procore is integrating wearables-maker Triax's worker-tracking tech
The partnership will enable companies that use both products to more easily manage data gathered from job-site operations.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 9, 2017 -
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CT congressman proposes carbon tax for infrastructure funding
He plans to introduce the legislation when Congress returns from its August recess, as more lawmakers put forth ideas to fund a national rebuilding program.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 9, 2017 -
USDOT announces $79M round of INFRA project awards
The set-asides for smaller freight and highway initiatives are part of a push to meet the financing needs of smaller scale and rural projects.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2017 -
I-95 transportation agencies to test per-mile driver charge
Parts of the busy East Coast thoroughfare will test the charge as a way to augment or replace the federal gas tax for funding highway projects.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2017 -
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The Dotted Line: 4 ways to avoid suspension or debarment on federal contracts
It can be easier to comply with federal regulations up front than to deal with the fallout from debarment or suspension.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2017 -
District Court judge rejects environmental challenges to TX highway projects
Construction and planning may now move forward on three projects that likely would have been stalled otherwise.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 7, 2017 -
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This week in construction
We're exploring federal contracts, port construction and what active-adult buyers want, and we're checking in with a green alternative to big-box DIY retailers.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 7, 2017 -
ConstructConnect lowers 2017 starts forecast amid infrastructure uncertainty
The civil engineering sector stands to gain from an expected program of federal infrastructure spending, but limited details so far has made forecasting difficult.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 7, 2017 -
TX lawmakers question plans to build border wall through wildlife preserve
House Democrats from Texas said they're concerned about the damage that construction of the U.S.–Mexico border wall could cause to wildlife there.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 7, 2017 -
With recent court rulings, CA bullet train hits environmental hurdle
The latest legal decision facing the proposed high-speed rail line insists that its construction comply with state environmental law.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 4, 2017 -
PCL faces class-action lawsuit over Outer Banks power outage
Local businesses affected by the week-long outage described the event as financially "catastrophic" because they rely on summer tourism.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 4, 2017 -
AL officials plan expansion of Port Birmingham
The inland port is running at 5% capacity despite having access to the Port of Mobile, three railroad lines and the interstate highway system.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 4, 2017 -
USDOT proposes transit rule to boost private investment
The agency's rulemaking falls in line with the president's desire to fund infrastructure through private investment.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 3, 2017 -
Feds greenlight engineering phase for $2.5B NC rail project
The FTA decision keeps the Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit project in the running for $1.2 billion in federal Capital Investment Grant funding.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 3, 2017 -
Hyperloop One reaches nearly 200 mph in first passenger pod test
Though the achievement marks a big step forward for ultra-high-speed travel, engineers are still far from their goal of speeds beyond 700 mph.
By Mary Tyler March • Aug. 3, 2017 -
10 years after deadly I-35W bridge collapse, infrastructure investment lags
It would take 30 years to make needed bridge upgrades at the current spending rate, says the American Road & Transportation Builders Association.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 3, 2017 -
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Deep DiveLocation data will change decision-making in cities
If cities can successfully navigate privacy concerns, location data sourced from citizens and residents could revolutionize how we build.
By Jackie Snow • Aug. 3, 2017 -
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Checking in on Columbus, OH a year after Smart City Challenge
Ohio's capital city might not have glitzy projects to show off — but that doesn't mean officials there aren't working to become a model smart city.
By Jackie Snow • Aug. 2, 2017 -
Jacobs Engineering to buy CH2M Hill for $2.85B
The combined firms expect to see annual revenues of $15.1 billion, putting them in contention with AECOM to be the largest engineering firm in the world.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 2, 2017 -
University of Michigan to build $800K outdoor drone test lab
A netted enclosure will let researchers test the technology with fewer restrictions as more companies, institutions and municipalities take to the skies.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 2, 2017 -
Lawmakers say infrastructure could be shelved until 2018
GOP leaders have indicated the issue is in line behind tax reform on the post-recess Congressional agenda, but there likely won't be time to address both.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 2, 2017 -
DHS: Border wall construction exempt from some environmental laws
The department waived compliance along a 15-mile section of the border in San Diego where contractors will build wall prototypes and repairs are planned.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 2, 2017 -
$2.7B Chicago-area highway expansion wins initial USDOT approval
State transportation officials say they've yet to receive funding for the project's design, engineering and construction phases.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 1, 2017 -
First span of new Tappan Zee Bridge slated for August opening
The second of the two, 3.1-mile spans will open next year, but toll increases are not expected until 2020.
By Kim Slowey • July 31, 2017
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