Charlie Jenkins Assumes Role as Port Houston CEO
Port Houston announced that Charlie Jenkins has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer, taking the reins from long-time executive director Roger Guenther following his retirement.
Gov. Abbott, TxDOT Announce Record $148 Billion Transportation Investment
Governor Greg Abbott announced a record $148 billion in total investment for Texas’ transportation infrastructure.
METRO Introduces Electric Buses into its Fleet
Passengers on two local bus routes will experience a quieter, smoother ride as METRO rolls out its first zero-emission electric buses for regular service.
Construction Officially Underway for Galveston’s 4th Cruise Terminal – Future Home of MSC Seascape
Construction is underway at the Port of Galveston to convert an existing cargo warehouse into the port’s fourth cruise terminal.
Houston-Based KBR Awarded Estimated $153M Contract Supporting Naval Test Wing Atlantic Aircrew Services
KBR announced it has been awarded an estimated $153 million cost plus fixed fee recompete contract to support Naval Test Wings Atlantic and Pacific Aircrew Services over a five-year period.
SIXT USA Announces New Car Rental Branch at Hobby Airport
The opening solidifies SIXT’s presence in Texas where it now operates eight car rental branches in the state’s largest cities including Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio.
TxDOT Delivers $156 Million to Transit Agencies Across Texas
New funding for public transit from the Texas Department of Transportation will help provide access and expand service for people to get to jobs, school, medical appointments, and other important destinations. According to a news release, more than $123 million in funding was approved by the Texas Transportation Commission this summer to support transit programs…
Port Houston Surpasses 2M TEUs Faster Than Ever
Port Houston, the fifth-largest container port in the nation, has surpassed the two million TEU mark faster than ever.
DART Pilot Program to Test Next Generation Bus Shelters
DART finished installing three versions of the new bus shelter prototypes at five bus stop locations across four cities on July 18 as part of a new pilot program.
VIA Ranks Top in Customer Satisfaction Ratings, Scale Suggests
VIA Metropolitan Transit customers have given the San Antonio-area transit agency the highest customer satisfaction rating for the first part of 2024, according to a national rating scale that scores several U.S. transit agencies on customer experience metrics.
Port Houston Approved for Cold Treatment
Port Houston announced its approval by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to handle cold treatment cargo.
DART Silver Line Testing to Begin Between Richardson and Plano
Residents in Plano and Richardson will soon be able to catch a glimpse of the new Silver Line trains in town with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) set to begin testing Monday, July 22.
Houston Airports Employees Support Colleagues Impacted by Hurricane Beryl
In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, City of Houston employees working at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) have banded together to support their colleagues who were affected by the storm.
Clark Construction Building in Airports Nationwide, Including IAH
Clark Construction is working with its aviation partners to build the infrastructure that improves efficiency and maximizes comfort and convenience for the travelers who take to the skies, including at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.
Port Houston Welcomes Arrival of Hybrid-Electric Cranes
Port Houston announced the arrival of six hybrid-electric rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency.
TxDOT Asking for Feedback on Record $104 Billion 10-Year Plan
The draft 2025 Unified Transportation Program (UTP) proposes $104.2 billion in transportation spending, making it the second year in a row that the UTP plan exceeds $100 billion.
VIA Paratransit Operators Place 1st and 6th at Nationals
VIA Metropolitan Transit’s Jesse Rodriguez is the nation’s top paratransit operator, having secured the title at the Community Transportation Association of America’s National Community Transportation Roadeo.
DART Completes Vinyl Seat Upgrade on Light-Rail Vehicle Fleet
The conversion from old and faded fabric to sleek, new vinyl seat covers on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) light-rail vehicle fleet is complete.
Wisk Aero and Houston Airports Partner to Bring Autonomous Air Taxis to the Greater Houston Region
Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company, and Houston Airports have established a Memorandum of Understanding to bring autonomous air taxis to Greater Houston.
Rise in Trade Underscores Infrastructure Needs: TxDOT
As Texas continues to see a booming economy, TxDOT is working to address congestion at the U.S.-Mexico border to help the flow of goods between the two countries.