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Rail crossings are a vital part of our transportation infrastructure, but they also present real challenges. With over 2,000 incidents and 200 deaths annually, at-grade rail crossings are the second leading cause of rail-related fatalities in the U.S. It's clear that more can—and should—be done to protect lives and improve mobility. Mary Scott Nabers, writing for Railway Age (paywalled link in comments), highlights promising grade-crossing elimination projects across the country. These efforts, backed by federal, state, and local funding, aim to separate roadways from rail lines, reducing congestion, increasing safety, and ensuring that emergency responders can get where they’re needed. Take the $52 million project in Pelham, Alabama, for example. A new bridge will replace two dangerous crossings, freeing up blocked roads and ensuring better access for emergency vehicles. Or the $61.8 million Glendale, California project, which will eliminate a high-traffic crossing ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics, creating safer, more efficient connections between Glendale and Los Angeles. Projects like these are investments in lives, communities, and commerce. They're a commonsense approach to addressing a persistent issue with real benefits for public safety and economic growth. Programs like the USDOT/FRA Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant ensure that we can continue this momentum, tackling long-standing infrastructure challenges in ways that benefit both the public and private sectors. By building bridges—literally and figuratively—across America, we ensure a safer, more efficient and prosperous American future. Got dangerous or regularly blocked crossings in your community? Get in touch and we can help your leaders identify the fixes and funding you need.

'Infrastructure is pivotal to addressing some of the hardest policy challenges facing the UK and delivering the resilient, affordable and low carbon infrastructure services the public want... local and intercity transport must be significantly improved to ease the constraints on economic growth in our major cities. Finally, infrastructure can and should be more resilient, reducing the risk of drought and flooding, and as far as possible ensuring our systems and services adapt to the current and future effects of climate change.' Fascinating new report from the National Infrastructure Commission today as it gives a progress review on infrastructure delivery. What's clear from the update is the centrality of high quality, reliable and climate resilient infrastructure in supporting economic growth right across the UK. As Europe's only purpose-built site for rail infrastructure testing and innovation, the Global Centre Of Rail Excellence wants to play a key part in helping to develop sustainable and cost-effective rail and mobility infrastructure that can support our economy over the next few years. Background: https://lnkd.in/emr7GK5J Report: https://lnkd.in/eAr4_jD6 #Infrastructure #Innovation

Two proposals submitted to a local development committee could transform a regional airport, with plans for major utility infrastructure upgrades and a terminal modernization. They're asking for $3.8 million to make it happen.

Building a resilient Rhody requires an investment in infrastructure. That's why we're urging Rhode Island voters to #VoteYesOn4RI to approve $10 million for resilient infrastructure investments across the state. #resilience #resilientinfrastructure #stormwater #coastalresilience

Biden-Harris Admin Grants $830 B for Transport Infrastructure Impacted by Climate Change https://lnkd.in/gFbDVmvY auto connected car newsThe Biden-Harris Administration today announced nearly $830 million in grant awards for 80 projects nationwide that will help states and local communities save taxpayers money while strengthening surface-transportation systems and making them more resilient to extreme weather events worsened by the climate crisis, flooding, sea-level rise, heat waves, and other disasters. These grants are the first of their kind dedicated to transportation infrastructure resilience and were made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program, which complements PROTECT Formula funding that is already flowing to states for these

Biden-Harris Admin Grants $830B for Transport Infrastructure Impacted by Climate Change https://lnkd.in/gFbDVmvY auto connected car newsThe Biden-Harris Administration today announced nearly $830 million in grant awards for 80 projects nationwide that will help states and local communities save taxpayers money while strengthening surface-transportation systems and making them more resilient to extreme weather events worsened by the climate crisis, flooding, sea-level rise, heat waves, and other disasters. These grants are the first of their kind dedicated to transportation infrastructure resilience and were made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program, which complements PROTECT Formula funding that is already flowing to states for these

I'm in Brisbane next week sharing how road managers can assess risk across their road networks. As we aim for Vision Zero, it's critical that we understand infrastructure risk and how we can mitigate the risk to improve safety and prioritise investment. There are a few spots left, so if you're in Brisbane and want to know more, come and join me. #AusRAP #ANRAM #IRR #NTRO #roadsafety

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER IN 2024! Elevating Road Safety: Dive into Australia’s Infrastructure Risk Assessment Models. In the quest for safer roads, understanding and mitigating road safety risk is paramount. Australia leads with exemplary models like the Australian Risk Assessment Program (AusRAP) Star Ratings, Australian National Risk Assessment Model (ANRAM), and Austroads Network Design for Road Safety. These frameworks not only benchmark safety but also guide investments towards creating safer road networks. NTRO’s upcoming course, Assessing Road Safety Risks on Road Networks scheduled in Brisbane, Wednesday 21st August 2024 offers an in-depth exploration of these models, explaining their roles in enhancing road safety across Australia. In this course, participants will gain insights into: ·        The issues around road infrastructure safety in Australia ·        The similarities and differences between AusRAP and ANRAM assessments ·        How to use Network Infrastructure Risk Assessment results to set targets and prioritise investment  ·        Strategies to reduce risk across road networks, leveraging infrastructure assessments to safeguard users. ·        What tools are available to support infrastructure risk assessments This course is not just theoretical. It is grounded in real-world applications, featuring case studies of successful road safety enhancements across Australia. It is an essential toolkit for professionals aiming to set safety targets, prioritise investments, and secure federal funding. Given the growing mandate for AusRAP or ANRAM assessments in funding applications, this knowledge is more critical than ever. Whether you are a road safety engineer, urban planner, or involved in infrastructure development, this course will help equip you with the expertise to make a tangible difference in road safety and save lives. This is the last chance in 2024 to enrol your team in the Assessing Road Safety Risks on Road Networks course and be part of the change towards safer roads. Use discount code EOI10 for a 10% discount and together, we can reduce infrastructure risks and create a safer future for all road users. For more information or to register, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/g_8n5J2N Share your insights below. #RoadSafety #InfrastructureSafety #AusRAP #ANRAM #Austroads #UrbanPlanning #SafetyFirst #NTRO

Biden-Harris Admin Grants $830B for Transport Infrastructure Impacted by Climate Change https://lnkd.in/gRAHwc6F auto connected car newsThe Biden-Harris Administration today announced nearly $830 million in grant awards for 80 projects nationwide that will help states and local communities save taxpayers money while strengthening surface-transportation systems and making them more resilient to extreme weather events worsened by the climate crisis, flooding, sea-level rise, heat waves, and other disasters. These grants are the first of their kind dedicated to transportation infrastructure resilience and were made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Discretionary Grant Program, which complements PROTECT Formula funding that is already flowing to states for these

As urban growth continues to challenge America's aging infrastructure, public-private partnerships (P3s) are stepping in as a sustainable solution. Our latest #FerrovialBlog explores the power of P3s to modernize highways, reduce traffic congestion 🚗🚙, and drive economic growth—using the success of our TEXpress Lanes in Dallas-Fort Worth as a shining example. 🌟 Discover how P3s are transforming the future of infrastructure and learn why we are leaders in this space.