Sorel to serve on SNC-Lavalin Executive Committee
SNC-Lavalin appointed Chantal Sorel to executive vice president, Capital. This appointment is in addition to her current role as managing director. Sorel will serve on the Executive Committee.
FRA, FMCSA withdraw potential rule affecting sleep apnea mitigation
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have withdrawn a proposed rule that would have regulated actions addressing sleep apnea for workers in safety sensitive positions.
NYC mayor’s plan to tax wealthy to pay for subway fix
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio outlined a proposed tax plan he says could raise as much as $800 million for the city’s transit system by raising taxes on the wealthiest residents.
Amtrak, MBTA enter new service agreement for Attleboro Line
Amtrak will continue to provide maintenance-of-way and dispatching services to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Attleboro Line through 2021.
KC Streetcar plans new Southern Extension Project
KC Streetcar has plans to expand. With increased ridership and the need to provide additional service and track, the KC Streetcar Authority (KCSA) says that it is working on a Streetcar Southern Extension Project.
FASTLANE small project grants: More than $56M to go to rail
Rail specific and rail related projects across six states have been selected to receive grants as part of the Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) program.
MBTA keeps infrastructure improvements on track
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is using its increase in capital spending on system-wide upgrades and repairs. Following a 40-percent increase from last year, MBTA says it’s kicking its infrastructure improvements into high gear.
Caltrain approves $32.1 million contract award to Proven Management
Caltrain awarded a $32.1-million contract to Proven Management Inc. for the South San Francisco Station Improvement Project.
Mississippi, Maine rail projects awarded FASTLANE grants
More than $15 million in the latest round of Fostering Advancements in Shipping and Transportation for the Long-term Achievement of National Efficiencies (FASTLANE) grants will benefit rail projects in Mississippi and Maine.
TSB makes safety recommendations for improved track inspections following 2015 derailment in Ontario
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is recommending that Transport Canada (TC) incorporate predictive data on rail surface conditions to help better focus its targeted regulatory track inspections.
Michael Barbour joins HNTB
HNTB added Michael Barbour to its growing Southern California team as senior project director and associate vice president.
Staff, board appointments at NYMTA
The New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (NYMTA) has a new President and Managing Director, as well as three new board members.
Senate Commerce Committee advances Batory FRA nomination
The U.S. Senate Committee on Science, Commerce and Transportation on Aug. 2 favorably recommended, by voice vote, the appointment of Ronald L. Batory as the next Federal Railroad Administrator.
HART Board elects new executive director and CEO
Andrew Robbins will serve as the next executive director and chief executive officer of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART).
FTA issues ROD for Portal Bridge Project
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has issued a Record of Decision (ROD) that formally adopts the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Portal Bridge Project.
Omaha Track hosts Rep. Bacon for tour, policy discussion
Omaha Track, Inc., hosted U.S. Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE-2) and local railroad officials on Aug. 2 for a facility tour and public policy discussion.
Christie, Cuomo appoint new leaders to PANYNJ
Kevin O’Toole and Rick Cotton have joined leadership at the Port Authority of New York and Jersey (PANYNJ).
Jacobs Engineering to acquire CH2M HILL
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. will acquire CH2M HILL Companies Ltd.
Tchourumoff sworn in as 15th chair of Metropolitan Council
Alene Tchourumoff was sworn in as the 15th chair of the Metropolitan Council. Tchourumoff is replacing Adam Duininck who stepped down to pursue a new professional opportunity.
USDOT proposal aims to spur private investment in public transit
The federal government is hoping a new proposal will spur private investment in public transportation.