In August of 2017, Hurricane Harvey dumped more than four feet of rain on Houston, inundating neighborhoods and upending thousands of lives. While METRO is best known for its transit services including bus, light rail, and vanpools, what some may not realize is the integral role METRO played in aiding emergency response efforts to the…
Subcontractors USA News Provider Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) International Airport recently received a Letter of Intent from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) committing up to $180 million in Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant funding for two end-around taxiway systems. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao delivered the Letter of Intent to the airport in person, underscoring the importance…
Developers of Texas’ high-speed train have forged an agreement with Amtrak, allowing passengers to use Amtrak’s reservation system to buy tickets for through travel on both the Texas Bullet Train and Amtrak’s national routes. Plans call for through-ticketing for interstate travel, marketing collaboration and provision of Amtrak services Passengers will get connections between Amtrak and…
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES As many already know, Texas Central is developing a new high-speed passenger rail system that will connect Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston using a proven, world-class technology that will provide a travel time of less than 90 minutes. With the high speed rail project moving full steam ahead, there are new business opportunities that…
DFW Clean Cities recently recognized the City of Fort Worth and 18 other partners for their work to embrace alternatives to traditional gasoline as part of the third annual Fleet Recognition Awards. Fort Worth received a bronze award. Participating governing bodies were required to provide information on their progress via the DFW Clean Cities Annual Report….
Port Houston is the recipient of the 2018 Rear Admiral Richard E. Bennis Award (Port Authority category). The U.S. Coast Guard (Coast Guard) this week announced the winners of this prestigious security award for organizations demonstrating excellence in maritime security through their programs and practices. According to the Coast Guard, this biennial award recognizes outstanding…
Maps, renderings show terminal near convention center in Cedars neighborhood Bullet train project seen as catalyst for economic growth, new jobs and development Station expected to increase property values, generate more local tax revenue DALLAS [Jan. 29, 2018] – Developers of the Texas Bullet Train unveiled new details today on its passenger station in Dallas,…
TxDOT to Rebuild/Widen I-35E/US 67 Corridor That First Opened in 1950s DALLAS — Texas Department of Transportation officials and state and local leaders kicked off construction on The Southern Gateway corridor Wednesday, marking the beginning of a four-year effort to rebuild and widen I-35E and US Highway 67 in southern Dallas County. Texas Transportation Commission…
Federal Railroad Administration releases its Draft Environmental Impact Statement on high-speed train Preferred North Texas-to-Houston route outlined Passenger station locations identified, boosting local economy DALLAS [Dec. 15, 2017] – The Texas Bullet Train made a big push forward today as federal regulators for the first time outlined a preferred route between North Texas and Houston,…
By News Provider A federally funded study to determine the feasibility of passenger rail service between Oklahoma City and South Texas recently advanced to the next phase allowing for continued exploration of the proposed route. The $7 million Texas-Oklahoma Passenger Rail Study covers an 850-mile corridor broken into three segments going from Oklahoma City to…
WSP has a long history in Texas, including recent infrastructure projects in Dallas, Houston Texas Central announced today that WSP USA is joining the Bullet Train team to provide engineering support as the project moves ahead in its pre-construction phase. Texas Central, developers of the high-speed passenger train between North Texas and Houston, cited WSP’s award-winning…
To Deliver Safety Service Patrol Support for Texas Department of Transportation By News Provider RESTON, Va., Sept. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, and management services, announced today that the Company has been awarded a new contract to provide Safety Service Patrol support for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Austin District. The…
The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) today announced several actions to speed recovery from the impacts of Hurricane Harvey. These actions will permit energy industry operators under RRC jurisdiction to focus on restoring operations as quickly as possible without compromising public safety and environmental protection. Among the actions taken by the RRC: Temporary administrative filing…
The 2016 Mobility Bond provided $15 million in funding toward safety improvements at high-crash locations throughout Austin as part of ATD’s Transportation Safety Improvement Program. Construction of improvements at the first three intersections is anticipated to begin in the next few months. First up, a new traffic signal will be constructed at the intersection of Slaughter Lane…
During a recent meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, Chairman Janiece Longoria shared highlights of a briefing and tour of the Houston Ship Channel provided last week to Lt. General Todd Semonite, Commanding General and Chief of Engineers for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. During his visit, Chairman Longoria…
Texas Central News A group of Texas A&M University and Blinn College students traveled to the House Transportation Committee hearing in Austin recently to express support of the construction of a high-speed rail. Since early 2015, the Texas Central Railway has been working toward developing the United States’ first high-speed rail which would connect North…
Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County News A national consumer advocacy organization and its state affiliate have given the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) an “A” for showing taxpayers how their money is spent. U.S. Public Interest Research Group (USPIRG) and TexPIRG compared METRO’s financial disclosures against dozens of other districts across the country. Each year, the group…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider A new study looking at the economic impact of publicly funded projects near Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) light rail stations shows major economic impacts to North Texas. Researchers at the University of North Texas looked at 11 public projects between 1999 and 2015 and found those types of projects…
Media Release Office of the Mayor FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: March 15, 2017 2:28:42 PM CDT Results from a survey of nearly 14 million airline customers cited George Bush Intercontinental Airport as one of the most improved airports in the world, and among the best in the world for airport dining. Bush Airport was ranked…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider After months of online and in-person conversations among regional residents and civic leaders, MobilityHouston released its final findings report recently. The report provides a detailed analysis of the top five ideas submitted to MobilityHouston.com by Houston area residents, and explains potential ways to improve mobility and transportation options in Houston…
