$54B WA light rail plan faces opposition from local Chamber of Commerce

The Bellevue, WA, group said it could not support the 62-mile rail proposal due to "too many unanswered questions."

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 2, 2016

MD launches 4-year study to examine viability of $7B Chesapeake Bay span

The $5 million study, which is required for the project to potentially receive federal funds, will look at financing options, environmental impact and locations.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2016

USDOT loans Amtrak $2.5B for Northeast corridor upgrades

The funding infusion marks the largest loan in the Department of Transportation's history.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2016

FTA waiting for 'clarifying information' before kicking in $1B for beleaguered Boston Green Line extension

Federal officials advised the MBTA to continue the project's progress, but they expressed concern over what they considered an optimistic schedule and budget.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2016

TX auditor admonishes state DOT for lack of design-build guidelines

A report found that at least $8 billion of the state's transportation design-build projects could be at risk of cost overruns due to the lack of standard administration procedures.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2016

Low-interest bonds driving rush of new infrastructure spending

Borrowing costs are at record lows, and more public entities are choosing to finance new projects instead of paying off or refinancing old debt. 

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2016

Japan offers $2M for Baltimore-DC 'maglev' high-speed train study

If the $10 billion project eventually comes to fruition, it could transport commuters from Baltimore into the District in approximately 15 minutes.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 26, 2016

FEMA proposes stricter building regulations for flood-prone areas

Opponents of the proposed rule, which requires federally funded projects to be built 2 feet above the 100-year floodplain, say it will drive up building costs.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 24, 2016

Canada agrees to $2.3B infrastructure funding deal with Ontario

The funding infusion for the province is part of a $93 billion nationwide program.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 24, 2016

UK infrastructure spending plummets 20% after Brexit

The industry is now looking to the government to pick up the funding slack on large projects after private investors were likely spooked by the June vote.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 23, 2016

Detroit land dispute set to erupt over $2B Gordie Howe International Bridge project

Officials said they are prepared to seize land from Ambassador Bridge owner Manuel Moroun under eminent domain laws if he refuses to sell necessary parcels.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 23, 2016

Kiewit wins $60M Milwaukee streetcar contract

City officials said the contractor's experience with urban rail systems gave it a leg up on the competing six companies during the bidding process.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 22, 2016

NJ Gov. authorizes funding for 'essential' transportation projects amid ongoing work shutdown

The move comes more than two months after Chris Christie issued a stop-work order for all projects when lawmakers failed to agree on a funding solution.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 19, 2016

AECOM exploring infrastructure-environment connection with new research partnership

The partnership between AECOM and the University of Salford will examine the effect of large infrastructure projects on the surrounding natural environment.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 18, 2016

Balfour Beatty snags $697M Caltrain contract — its largest US project ever

The electricification of the California rail system will help to meet increased ridership and accommodate the High Speed Rail Authority's new bullet train.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 17, 2016

Crews break ground on $649M Chicago O'Hare Airport runway

The project, which represents the sixth and final new runway for the airport, is expected to be complete in 2020.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 16, 2016

5 construction teams vie for $2.7B LAX people-mover P3 contract

The groups competing for the public-private partnership opportunity include some of the biggest names in infrastructure, including Skanska, Bechtel and Dragados.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 16, 2016

Minneapolis Southwest light rail price tag rises to $1.86B

Transportation officials said that for each week the project is delayed after Oct. 1, costs will increase by $1 million.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 15, 2016

PCL Construction awarded contract for Phase 1 of $1.8B Orlando airport terminal project

The Orlando expansion is the latest in a string of major airport projects across the U.S., as existing facilities struggle to keep up with surging passenger traffic.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 15, 2016

Amtrak laying the groundwork for Baltimore Penn Station overhaul

Officials said they're aiming to choose a developer for the project, which includes renovating the station and developing the surrounding area, by summer 2017.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 14, 2016

TX construction crews break ground on nation's longest precast concrete cable bridge

Because Flatiron/Dragados is using precast concrete, Texas officials said they will not have to close the shipping channel during construction.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 12, 2016

How increased infrastructure investment captured national attention — and what it means for the construction industry

Although both major presidential candidates have vowed to boost spending, the construction industry is wary after falling victim to failed promises in the past.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 11, 2016

Poll: US voters agree on need for infrastructure investment

Respondents in the poll, commissioned by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, said all levels of government should be doing more to improve infrastructure.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 10, 2016

Winter is coming: NJ contractors fear lack of resolution to Christie's project shutdown before end of season

As summer comes to an end, so does the chance for road and bridge construction to get back up and running before the seasonal winter slowdown.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2016

Court decision could derail plans for $5.6B MD Purple Line

A U.S. District Judge said Maryland could not ignore the possible negative ramifications of Metro's recent issues on the proposed 16-mile light rail system.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 4, 2016