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Last week marked the groundbreaking for the very first high-speed rail in the U.S., a line set to connect Los Angeles and Las Vegas and a direct result of the bipartisan IIJA. This milestone is not only an example of government working with private businesses to unlock funding for projects that benefit the public but gives us a roadmap for building infrastructure that reduces emissions while creating jobs in the U.S. https://lnkd.in/eFbuQEfP

Today's rail headlines - #InTheNews: Rail and Urban Transport Review, the way in which rail schemes are financially assessed could change, the 2874 Trust awarded grant, and the famous Stourbridge Junction station cat. Listen here: #UKrail #railways #headlines

This is exactly the problem that AI predictors are very suited to. Controlling costs starts with an accurate expectation of what the cost is likely to be. We spend vast amounts on estimating, forecasting and reporting. We do this because the only thing we can change is the future. The better the forecast, the better the opportunity to make good decisions. That is not a perfect solution but augmenting current methods with AI helps is be better. And it’s not even hard to do. What an amazing time we live in!!

The construction of a high-speed rail line between Houston and Dallas is moving closer to realization, thanks to a $64 million grant provided by the federal government to Amtrak, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply. However, the project is far from finished. For ... #Highspeedtrains #Railtransport #RailtransportationintheUnitedStates

Georgia's Major Mobility Investment Program is enhancing road networks with billion-dollar projects like State Route 400 Express Lanes and Interstate 285/I-20 West Interchange. Public-private partnerships aim to tackle congestion issues and cater to growing population and economic needs. Construction to begin from 2025, with completion expected by 2030. #gdot #gadeptoftransportation #I285 #SR400 #I20 #expresslanes #interstateimprovement #publicprivatepartnership #P3

East West Railway Company scheme now up to £6bn committed budget with extra tunnels added to scope... The Bedford-Cambridge rail expansion project is set to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth, with an investment now reaching £6 billion. New stations are planned for Tempsford and Cambourne, alongside upgrades to Cambridge station, including additional tracks, a new platform, footbridges, and extended platforms. Environmental considerations have led to the addition of two tunnels to reduce impact, with a 700m tunnel near Haslingfield designed to protect local bat populations. The project will also implement green traction power with hybrid battery-electric trains and discontinuous electrification to cut emissions. Modifications to reduce embankment and viaduct height will further contain costs, with around £3 billion allocated directly to construction. Expected benefits include £6 billion in economic impact, the creation of 28,000 jobs, and support for new housing. The Transport Secretary calls this “transformational,” encouraging public input on a project that will reshape transport across the region. #rail #transportation #infrastructure #majorproject #eastwestrail

The Rail Industry Forum 2024, took place on 1st May in London, with a panel on Plans and progress with the delivery of major rail infrastructure – current project and pipeline of future development. Transport for the North #RailIndustryForum2024 #RailwayNews #RailNews

🚆 Investing in America’s Rail Future - Advancing Equity and Racial Justice Through the Federal Government 🚆The Biden-Harris #Administration is making a historic #investment in America’s intercity #passenger #rail system! Thanks to the #Bipartisan #Infrastructure Law (BIL), over $1 billion in additional funding (NOFO) is now available to expand and modernize our rail network. This funding builds on the $8.2 billion in #grants announced last December, supporting projects like the first #highspeed rail in the U.S. and upgrades to key rail corridors. In total, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law dedicates $66 billion to rail projects, the largest investment since Amtrak’s creation. Key projects include: - High-speed rail in California’s Central Valley and Brightline West Trains connecting Las Vegas and Southern #California. - Upgrades to rail corridors in #Virginia, North Carolina, and the District of Columbia. - Capacity expansions at #Chicago Union Station. This investment addresses #infrastructure needs, reduces #congestion, and expands access to reliable #transportation, especially in #underserved regions. It’s a significant step towards reshaping America’s #railnetwork and laying the foundation for its future. The detailed FY22 Corridor Identification and Development Program Selections can be found on U.S. Department of Transportation website: (https://lnkd.in/eFMYzDrj) The NOFO is available on Federal Railroad Administration’s website and on www.Grants.gov (https://lnkd.in/e6HcjKyg). Applications are due no later than 11:59 p.m. ET, December 16, 2024, and FRA will provide technical assistance to potential applicants prior to the deadline.  #RailInvestment #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw #RailNetwork

The Federal Railroad Administration has allocated $108 million to boost rural rail projects across the U.S., a crucial step in enhancing connectivity and supporting economic growth in less densely populated areas. This funding will help modernize rail infrastructure, improve safety, and ensure that rural communities remain integral parts of the national transportation network. Investments like these not only strengthen the rail sector but also create new opportunities for businesses and industries that rely on efficient, reliable transport. As the U.S. continues to invest in sustainable transport solutions, these projects play a key role in creating a more connected and resilient rail system. #RuralRail #InfrastructureInvestment #USRail #FRAFunding #SustainableTransport

𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙨 𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝-𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 $63.9 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙁𝙚𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙩 Exciting developments in transportation: The high-speed rail project connecting Houston and Dallas receives a significant federal grant of $63.9 million, aimed at advancing planning efforts and reviving momentum post-COVID. Spearheaded now by Amtrak, the project promises a sub-90-minute travel time between the two cities and estimates the creation of 1,000 permanent jobs. This grant, part of the $153 million from the Federal Railroad Administration, leverages the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑵𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒘𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑴𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒆, enhancing connectivity. Meanwhile, controversy brews with some civic leaders criticizing the federal spending amidst broader fiscal concerns. The project's final planning phase represents a potential transformation in U.S. rail travel, eyeing a future of faster, safer, and economically beneficial intercity transport. #HighSpeedRail #InfrastructureInvestment #Amtrak #TransportationInnovation #FederalGrant https://lnkd.in/g3iRN7Fu