The completion of the Bradford Bypass is largely dependent on the completion of the Bradford Bypass, but the planned provincial road is only one piece of the municipality’s transport puzzle. Two public information sessions were held on April 25 on the City’s Transportation Master Plan. The goal of the plan is to transform a problem […]
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No more masks on public transport (for now) – Is government regulation of COVID-19 ending? | Foley & Lardner LLP
Following a decision by a federal judge decision last week reversing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) mask mandate at airports and other places of public transportation nationwide, the agency’s ability to impose future restrictions is in doubt. In her ruling, U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle found that the mask mandate exceeded […]
No more masks on public transport (for now) – Is government regulation of COVID-19 ending? | Blogs | Labor and Employment Law Perspectives
Following a decision by a federal judge decision last week reversing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) mask mandate at airports and other places of public transportation nationwide, the agency’s ability to impose future restrictions is in doubt. In her ruling, U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle found that the mask mandate exceeded […]
Masking Mayhem: Federal judge strikes down mask mandate for airlines and public transportation
Crowds of masked and unmasked people broke through the security line at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, where the airport issued a statement Tuesday morning saying masks are now “optional for employees, passengers and visitors” at the airport. “Although a mask mandate is no longer enforced, employees, passengers and visitors are reminded […]
The decision filled with risks on the mandate of the transport mask
“At first glance,” Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle wrote in his order, Monday, throwing out the federal mask mandate for people using public transportation — planes, trains, Ubers — it might seem that the mandate was instead “closely tied to the powers granted” to federal health authorities by law. Indeed, it blushingly seems to be intertwined, […]
Mask mandates dropped on all public transport | Richmond Free Press
GRTC users no longer have to wear a mask when boarding a bus. Nor do travelers who take planes, trains, or other forms of public transportation. The mask’s mandate ended abruptly on Monday when a federal judge in Florida issued an injunction barring the app. U.S. District Court Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle has ruled that […]
Guidehouse Insights expects global IoT spending in transportation to grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 15% through 2031
Market drivers include CO concerns2 emissions, the safe movement of passengers and goods and the growing demand for trucking in the context of driver shortages BOULDER, Col., April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — A new report from Glimpses of the House of Guides explains how Internet of Things (IoT) technology is being deployed in the transportation […]
The Biden administration says it could appeal a decision that overturned a mask mandate on public transportation.
The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it intends to appeal a Florida judge’s ruling that overturned a federal mask requirement on planes, trains, buses and other public transportation — but only if the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention decides that the extension of the measure is necessary. The Justice Department’s announcement came after […]
Judge rules federal public transportation mask mandate illegal
Topline A federal judge on Monday rejected the federal government’s mask mandate for airports, airplanes and other public transportation, ruling that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention exceeded his authority by imposing the mask requirement days after the agency extended it for another two weeks. A traveler wearing a face mask is seen at […]
Judge strikes down national mask mandate for planes and other transport settings
Placeholder while loading article actions (The last: End of federal transport mask mandate greeted with confusion and relief) Federal authorities halted enforcement of a federal mask mandate on Monday in transportation circles after a federal judge overturned the requirement, raising public health concerns and prompting several airlines to announce that face coverings are optional on […]
Shenzhou-13: A Breakthrough in Crew Transport
Screen image taken at the Beijing Aerospace Control Center showing the return capsule main parachute of the Shenzhou-13 manned spacecraft successfully deployed and its descent speed slowing down, April 16, 2022. /Screen capture via CGTN Screen image taken at the Beijing Aerospace Control Center showing the return capsule main parachute of the Shenzhou-13 manned spacecraft […]
West Side Rag » High frustration at CB7 transportation committee meeting; The DOT representative leaves
Posted on April 13, 2022 at 5:14 p.m. by West Side Rag Dangerous loading and jamming of a fire hydrant on Central Park West. Photographs by Howard Yaruss. By Molly Sugarman Bureaucracy and the problems it creates were the main topics of discussion at the Community Council 7 transportation committee meeting on Tuesday, April 12. […]
Extension of mask mandate for planes, public transport “on the table”, says the White House
Topline The Biden administration may continue to require Americans to wear masks on public transportation, airplanes and airports after the end of term next week, as the White House’s Covid-19 coordinator said Monday, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention could rule in the coming days that the mask order should not yet be lifted […]
Transport report prioritizes cycling and walking
A 211-page report by the City of Newport concluded that while the city’s historic streets are ideal for walking and cycling, the transportation system “does not currently provide a safe, convenient, or equitable experience in all parts of town, as a result, “driving is often the only option for people traveling in and around Newport.” […]
West Kelowna council hears many public comments on transportation master plan – Kelowna Capital News
West Kelowna Council heard an update on the city’s 2040 Transportation Master Plan at this week’s regular meeting (April 5). The first phase of consultation was carried out by HTR Corporation and James Laurence Group. The consultation took place in February and March of this year with partners, stakeholders and the public. “This phase was […]
1-90 Yellowstone River Project ahead of schedule
If you’ve driven Interstate 90 between Billings and Lockwood recently, you know the orange cones are out. On Tuesday, the Montana Department of Transportation provided an update on the Yellowstone River project during an open house at the Billings Public Library. MDT engineering project manager Shane Johnson said construction was a bit ahead of schedule. […]
Hillsborough Commissioners to Discuss Proposed Carriage Surcharge to Meet Growing County Needs
Commissioners tackle transport tax Kellie Cowan reports TAMPA, Florida. – Hillsborough Commissioners took a step forward in their bid to get the county’s growing transportation needs back on track on Wednesday. With a 5-2 vote, commissioners agreed to hold a public hearing on April 20 to discuss a proposed one-cent transit system sales surcharge. If […]
Critical Debate on Snake River Dams – DTN – AgFax
Photo: USACA When Chandler Ghoul When asked at Commodity Classic last month in New Orleans about investing in infrastructure, the CEO of the National Association of Wheat Growers took the time to highlight the value of river transportation. He repeatedly warned of the risks to wheat farmers during a raging debate in the Pacific Northwest […]
Nebraska Department of Transportation Announces Winners of “Name a Snowplow” Contest | Local News
LINCOLN — The Nebraska Department of Transportation has announced the winners of its inaugural “Name a Snowplow” contest, and the elementary school with the top winning names is Bloomfield. Elementary school students from the northeast Nebraska community of 1,393 people entered eight of the winning names. The DOT contest drew over 300 submissions from Nebraska […]
First tow reaches upper Mississippi with a little help from a friend – DTN – AgFax
Recovery operations at Emsworth L/D and ice dams on the Allegheny. Photo: District of Pittsburgh, US Army Corps of Engineers We all know the saying: “There is a first time for everything”. It suited me on March 20, when I came down to Pepin, Wis., and saw the motor vessel W. Red Harris pushing nine […]
21 states, including Alaska, challenge CDC’s masking requirement on public transit
By Curt Anderson, Associated Press Updated: March 29, 2022 Posted: March 29, 2022 Masked passengers, board a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Honolulu International Airport Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020 over the Pacific Ocean. (Kent Nishimura/Los Angeles Times) Twenty-one states with Republican attorneys general filed a lawsuit Tuesday to end the federal […]
Key Players – CH Robinson, JB Hunt Transport Services, YRC Freight, etc. – ChattTenn Sports
The global truck transport market report provides qualitative and quantitative analysis for the period from 2017 to 2030. The report predicts the global market “Truck transport market” to grow with a healthy CAGR during the forecast period of 2020 to 2030. The study on the truck transportation market covers the analysis of major geographies such […]
Next Big Thing Freight Insurance Market
Goods transport insurance The Freight Transport Insurance Market study with 118+ market data tables, pie chart and figures is now published by HTF MI. Market research assessment is designed to analyze futuristic trend, growth factors, industry opinions, industry validated market facts to be expected till 2028, some of the players studied are Marsh , TIBA, […]
Five Women Transport Pioneers – The Age of the Railroad
Written by Union Pacific, Corporate Communications In 1974, Bonnie Leake broke the glass ceiling when she became the first woman accepted by the Union Pacific Railroad to train as a locomotive engineer. To celebrate Women’s History Month, Union Pacific (UP) is sharing the stories of five women who made their mark in the transportation […]
Safety and equity outcomes must drive Seattle’s transportation plan
A floating bus stop and a protected bike path on Dexter Avenue. (Photo by Adam Coppola) The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) creates a transportation plan to govern its lesser modal plans, which is problematic for the bicycle master plan and to eliminate fatalities. Before the agency gets ahead of itself, it needs to focus […]
Orphan Grain Train partners with Countryside Transportation for Ukraine
Two establishments in Sebewaing join their efforts to offer charities to Ukrainian refugees. The Orphan Grain Train is collecting donations, while the Countryside Transportation Service has offered one of its trucks to transport them. Donations will be shipped to Orphan Grain Train’s main offices in Nebraska, from where they will be shipped. This is a […]
State Transportation Budget Raises Gas Taxes » Publications » Washington Policy Center
To claim: “I promised that we would not increase gasoline taxes on families in difficulty. …Today we passed a $17 billion package of transportation investments that delivered on my promise. – Senator Marko Liias Truth: The transport package is directly financed by gasoline taxeswhich represents a tax increase of $5.4 billion over the next few […]
Metro “Code of Conduct”; In addition, fare offers and raised pedestrian crossings
Posted on March 10, 2022 at 11:03 a.m. by West Side Rag Photograph by Molly Sugarman. By Molly Sugarman Tube safety is improving, Andrew Albert told the Community Council 7 transport committee on Tuesday, March 8. Although unpleasant incidents still occur, they are less frequent, he said. Albert is co-chair of the committee. The police, […]
India News | UP Polls: After Training EVM Transport Controversy, EC Orders Action Against Varanasi SMA
New Delhi [India]Mar. 9 (ANI): Amid controversy over the alleged violation of rules in the transportation of electronic voting machines (EVMs) for training, the Elections Commission (EC) on Wednesday ordered action against the Additional District Magistrate of Varanasi NK Singh. Now, after the order, the Chief Electoral Officer of Uttar Pradesh will proceed accordingly, the […]
Kinross Ore Transportation Plan – A Critical Review | Letters
There are some things going on that every Delta Junction resident should be worried about. Kinross, the foreign company that operates the Fort Knox mine near Fairbanks, is developing two new surface mines on leased land near Tok from the village of Tetlin. In public presentations, Kinross says that starting in 2024, they plan to […]
Colorado Governor Polis’ clean truck strategy would cut pollution and save money
© Shutterstock Colorado Governor Jared Polis released his strategy to encourage the adoption of zero-emission medium and heavy-duty trucks that his administration says will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 45% in that state by 2050. The administration said the clean truck strategy could also save small businesses billions in truck maintenance and fuel […]
Pennsylvania awards grants for improving the security of military facilities
© Shutterstock The Pennsylvania Military Community Enhancement Commission (PMCEC) recently awarded more than $221,000 to two development authorities for transportation and security improvements at military installations. The Philadelphia Industrial Development Authority received $148,250. It will use the funding for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to perform a structural, mechanical and electrical inspection of the lift […]
Skiing in the classroom can solve UMass’ transportation problem – Massachusetts Daily Collegian
It’s time to think outside the box to solve our road problems Editor’s Note: The next column is satirical. It is intended for humorous purposes. All interviews and individuals are fictitious. I’ve written about issues people face on this campus regarding transportation in the past. However, I feel like I haven’t given enough thought. Most […]
New Funding to Improve Transportation and Security at Military Installations in Cumberland and Philadelphia Counties
Governor Tom Wolf announced today that new funding has been awarded under the Pennsylvania Military Community Building Commission (PMCEC) to help make transportation and security improvements to military installations in Cumberland and Philadelphia counties. “Transportation security is critical in all walks of life, but especially so when it involves members of our armed forces,” Governor […]
At least 12 transportation project applications to be submitted for Smart Scale | local government
Safety improvements on Fifth Street in Charlottesville, changes to the intersection of Rio Road and Belvedere Boulevard, and adjustments to US 250 in eastern Albemarle County are among several local road projects that officials hope to receive state funding. Area governments and organizations plan to submit at least a dozen transportation projects in Charlottesville and […]
Dems Raid Public Works to Fund Transportation Budget, GOP Opposes It
A few days ago we reported how Democrats (and Senators) at WA State House were proposing a highly controversial $0.6 per gallon tax on refined fuel leaving WA for AK, OR, Idaho and other areas of the Pacific Northwest. It would be used to help pay for their state transportation budget proposals. Other states, including […]
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits Colorado with promise to make roads a priority – CBS Denver
IDAHO SPRINGS, Colorado (CBS4)– It was stop number one of two for Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Thursday afternoon at the Floyd Hill base, joined by several of Colorado’s political heavyweights to talk about the future of I- 70 and Colorado on the roads. The Transportation Secretary will travel to Glenwood Canyon on Friday to continue […]
Active transportation bridge suggested by a qRD resident
Qathet Regional District (qRD) Directors have received a request to improve the crossing bridge at Lang Creek, south of Powell River. At the Committee of the Whole meeting on February 17, Regional District resident Mel Waldron appeared before the committee to request that changes be made to the bridge. “There was a fatal accident there […]
Transportation Group of the Year: Sullivan and Cromwell
By Linda Chiem (February 23, 2022, 2:02 PM EST) – Sullivan & Cromwell LLP led the $60 billion mega-merger of auto giants Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Peugeot and continued to strongly defend Volkswagen in the ongoing litigation stemming from its 2015 “clean diesel” emissions fraud scandal, which earned the company a spot as one of […]
Justice gov’t announces more than $8.3 million in grants for transportation alternatives and recreational trails, benefiting dozens of communities across the state
BERKELEY COUNTY Town of Martinsburg – $1,078,202.50 Queen Street North Streetscape Improvements Phase 3Construction of approximately 1,600 linear feet of sidewalk replacement along North Queen Street in Martinsburg. BOONE COUNTY City of Madison – $656,250.00 Streetscape Madison Main Street Phase 2Design and construction of approximately 780 linear feet of replacement sidewalks along Main […]
Build state transportation plans on a bipartisan basis
After years of legislative dithering over Washington’s long-term infrastructure plans, the transportation network remains frayed and in need of investment. A transportation package now advancing through the Legislature, however, needs some solid bipartisan refinement before the Democratic leadership pushes it to Gov. Jay Inslee. Democratic transportation leaders drafted the legislation without consulting their Republican counterparts. […]
Portland Politicians Endorse Activist-Led Transportation Funding Plan – Blogtown
Portland Transportation Bureau Oregon lawmakers are urging state transportation leaders to dedicate a one-time influx of federal funds to walking, biking and transportation safety infrastructure in an effort to meet Oregon’s climate goals. “Our state has been clear at all levels of government on the need to center our policymaking on equity and climate protection,” […]
Column: A new era for public transport
[Opinion column written by MP Dennis Lister III] Ten electric buses arrived on Wednesday, marking an exciting new era for public transport in Bermuda. Environmentally friendly and designed to better navigate the narrow roads of the islands, the new bus fleet is another step forward in ensuring that our residents have safe and reliable public […]
Concerned about the transportation plan | Letters
I attended the Kinross Community Presentation in Delta on Tuesday the 15th regarding the Manh Choh Mine Project in Tetlin Village. I had the opportunity to speak and openly identified myself as a critic of their plan to transport the ore and voiced some of my concerns. Unfortunately, I didn’t mention a critical safety issue […]
Kansas Bill Would Bring Audio-Visual Tech For ‘Halfway’ Freight Transportation
A bill recently introduced in the Kansas Senate proposes to allow autonomous vehicle (AV) distribution of goods over the “average mile” within the state. Although Senate Bill 379 does not specify the AV Gatik company, it was introduced in the legislature by Walmart, in partnership with the company, according to Mike O’Neal, who spoke to […]
Department for Transport warns convoys of truckers have potential to disrupt national road network
The Department of Transportation has warned that planned truck convoy protests across the United States could disrupt the national highway system and other critical transportation infrastructure, according to a safety advisory released Friday and obtained by Yahoo News. The protests that shut down Canadian cities and affected U.S. commerce and travel could disrupt U.S. highways […]
center to develop ropeways across the harsh terrain of northeast India; Overcome transportation barriers
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has decided to build ropeways across the harsh hilly regions of northeastern India to overcome transportation problems, thereby developing robust infrastructure and multimodal connectivity. “Developing an efficient transport network is a big challenge in hilly areas. Rail and air transport networks are limited in these areas, while […]
Montana Department of Transportation details a busy summer for the Missoula area
MISSOULA – The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has a busy season ahead in the Missoula District, from repairs to the Beartracks Bridge in downtown Missoula to rebuilding the narrow freeway along Salmon Lake, Work will also include infrastructure changes to a dangerous stretch of Highway 93 south of Lolo, and Missoula County will make […]
How Computer Vision Can Create Intelligent Transportation Systems
How Computer Vision Can Create Intelligent Transportation Systems Key word: intelligent transport Bustling cities need the necessary transportation networks to keep them running smoothly. AI-powered smart transportation and computer vision make it easy for smart cities to achieve this goal. There are three attributes that every smart city – or any place of human settlement […]
Scope and Limits of Rural Public Transit
Let’s play Jeopardy. Here are the answers to what question? A woman in transitional housing has to go to work; a person must go from prison to the probation office; a veteran needs to go to the VA hospital; a prisoner must go to the podiatrist; a person under sixty without a car must renew […]
PAM Transport Services: Cheap enough for a look (NASDAQ: PTSI)
xavierarnau/E+ via Getty Images In such a global economy, there must be an easy and affordable way to transport the various goods to make the economy work. There are a number of companies that are dedicated to providing these services. And one of them that investors should consider is a company called WFP transportation services […]
Transportation sector gets a boost as retail slumps
On Tuesday, the transportation sector (IYT) widened its spread on earnings from one of its top holdings, United Parcel Service (UPS). By beating earnings per share estimates by 6.5%, UPS was able to bring IYT back to both its 200-day moving average and 50 DMA. IYT has now confirmed a bullish phase shift at Wednesday’s […]
Pilot Program to Discover the Best Spot for Hawaii’s Red Light Cameras
© Shutterstock The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) recently started a pilot project to determine if it is possible to install red light cameras at various Honolulu intersections. “Red-light running is a major contributing factor to urban crashes nationwide,” said Ed Sniffen, HDOT’s assistant director for highways. “Our goal for the two-year pilot project is […]
Transportation gets a boost as retail slumps
On Tuesday, the transportation sector via iShares Transportation Average ETF (NYSE:) increased its spread against one of its top holdings, United Parcel Service (NYSE:). By beating earnings per share estimates by 6.5%, UPS was able to bring IYT back to both its 200-day moving average and 50 DMA. IYT has now confirmed a bullish phase […]
Many Americans view education and transportation as public goods, but they are in fact heavily privatized. Here’s why that’s a problem.
Paul Constant is a writer at Civic Ventures and co-host of “Fork Economy“Podcast. Recently, he spoke with Donald Cohen of the public works policy center In the Public Interest. With the exception of a few radical libertarians a la Ayn Rand, almost everyone agrees on the importance of public goods. Americans use public parks and […]
How technology will reshape transportation in 2022
Illustration: © IoT for all The market size of intelligent transportation is expected to reach $130 billion by 2024. This reflects a CAGR growth of 20% from 2018 to 2024. Even though such a pace of development can hardly be called explosive, intelligent transportation systems intelligent transportation are gaining momentum around the world. Rapid urbanization, […]
Department of Transportation plans further safety reviews along Highway 97 in Kaleden – Penticton News
Road safety study continues Photo: archive photo An accident near Kaleden closed both lanes of Highway 97 in December As the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure gave the go-ahead to review options for a protected turn lane last week for the intersection of Highway 97 and Highway 3A near Kaleden, their review work on this […]
10 Israeli startups that are electrifying transport
Israel has become a leader in transportation technology, even though the country has no manufacturers of cars, trains, buses or planes. But as transportation becomes less and less about wheels and more and more computers inside, Israel’s high-tech prowess has not only become relevant, but also highly sought after. The most high-profile developments for the […]
Austin residents fear city’s transportation plan will change their neighborhood
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Neighbors in downtown Austin fear changes to Austin’s city street network could spell the end of their neighborhood as they know it. In Rosedale, West 49th Street is a narrow road surrounded by homes, a school, and a historic site. Joe and Caroline Reynolds have called this area home for decades. “We’ve […]
Foton Ph advances public transportation with a full range of modern jeepneys
To support the government’s drive to modernize public transport, FOTON Motor Philippines Inc. (FMPI) has bolstered its F-jeepney lineup as part of its increased efforts to promote national mobility development. Offering no less than 3 classes of modern PUVs, FOTON is ready to deploy reliable transportation solutions nationwide. “Responding to the rapidly changing transportation needs […]
Leading the Way: Improving Transport in Nepal
URBANA, Ohio – A country with many hills and mountains that make getting around difficult, poor transportation infrastructure and insufficient public transportation have been problems in Nepal for years. In rural parts of the country, almost 40% of households live two hours or more from a road. Those with better road access often rely on […]
Developer to undertake transportation projects near courthouse construction site | ARLnow
As a 20-storey apartment building by gray star taking shape at Courthouse, the developer is close to agreeing to take on some county-identified transportation projects around the site. This Saturday, the County Council is expected to approve a deal delegating to Greystar the design and construction of light transportation improvements near the “Landmark Block” at […]
The N800 transport tax is misguided and outrageous ― Omo Eko Pataki
Prominent Lagos natives under the aegis of Ọmọ Eko Pataki have kicked the daily levy of 800 naira each on all transporters in the state under the new informal transport sector levy consolidated by the state government, describing it as cruel, ill-advised and patently outrageous. Omo Eko Pataki voiced the concern on Thursday in a […]
FEC approves N75.78 billion contracts for FCT, erosion control and transportation
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the award of contracts for various projects in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), flood control in the six geopolitical zones as well as for the Department of Transportation with a combined value of d around N75.78 billion. . The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, joined by […]
What Americans Spend: An Overview of the Cost of Housing, Food, Transportation, and More.
Many Americans spend a pretty penny every month to keep a roof over their heads, food on the table, and transportation. Other items commonly found in household budgets include education, childcare, health care, retirement savings, and entertainment. You can take stock of your own budget comparison by looking at the average US household budget. the […]
Roanoke Transportation Museum Seeks New Management | Govt. & Policy
Among planes, trains and automobiles, recognition as an official state agency would help keep operations on track for the Virginia Museum of Transportation as the organization strives to overcome challenges. by the coronavirus. Leading the museum’s request for state funding is Senator John Edwards, D-Roanoke, who filed Senate Bill 72who would establish the Virginia Transportation […]
Another 22 domestically produced midibuses joined the public transport fleet in İzmir
Another 22 domestically produced midibuses joined the public transport fleet in İzmir Izmir Metropolitan Municipality has added 22 new domestically produced midibuses to its public transport fleet. Stressing that the midibuses that will serve under the general direction of ESHOT will mainly operate in narrow and hilly neighborhoods, Mayor Tunç Soyer gave the message, “We […]
San Marcos City Council Approves Transportation Master Plan, Begins Animal Services Committee Discussions – Corridor News
Amira Van Leeuwen | Journalist SAN MARCOS – The San Marcos City Council met in person and virtually on January 4 at 6 p.m. to analyze and challenge various ordinances and resolutions. Council approved an ordinance amending the city’s official zoning plan and an ordinance annexing approximately 21 acres of land to the city. They […]
transport agency approves concept of cycle paths connecting towns in Tuolumne County | News
A proposal to create designated cycle lanes on or alongside existing rail lines that would link Jamestown, Sonora and Columbia was approved in early December by members of the Tuolumne County Transportation Council. The Sierra Railroad Trail proposal, estimated to cost $ 6.9 million, is part of a regional plan to promote safe bicycle travel […]
Transport, logistics in the quantum graticule
Ask any quantum computing startup (and there are too many) about the rate of corporate adoption of the emerging technology and the answer will be quick: Fortune 500 companies are all investing heavily. While there may be some scattered traction, genuine interest and a track record are not the same as solid investments. We have […]
Ventura County Transportation Commission Hires New Executive Director | Local news
Posted on January 4, 2022 | 4.30 p.m. Martin ericson The Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) has selected Martin Erickson as its new executive director. Erickson is currently the Director of Transit for VCTC, the regional transportation planning agency for Ventura County. Erickson was selected after a four-month recruitment process that attracted over 30 applicants. […]
Transport cases to watch for in 2022
By Linda Chiem (Jan 3, 2022, 12:02 p.m. EST) – A court battle over the types of interstate transportation workers who are exempt from arbitration and clashes over the scope of federal preemption in cases involving employees airlines and trucking suppliers are among the court battles transportation lawyers are watching in 2022. Transportation companies that […]
Transport problems in the upper valley are unlikely to improve in 2022
Drivers navigate the roundabout outside Aspen on Saturday, January 1, 2022 (Kelsey Brunner / The Aspen Times) Anyone who thought last summer’s horrific rush hour traffic jam entering and exiting Aspen was the worst, but they better recalibrate their frustration meter because next summer will be almost assured to be worse. The impending repaving of […]
Managing Waco’s Transportation Puzzle: New DFO Director Takes Over Amid Growth | Local government and politics
He said increasing congestion, coupled with deferred infrastructure maintenance across the country, means there is a lot of catching up to do. Kumar’s college background made him stand out as a candidate to take over as director, said Chelsea Schultz, a senior planner with Waco MPO who served as acting director before Kumar was hired. […]
Does Safe Bulkers (SB) outperform other transport stocks this year?
For those looking to find solid transport tickets, it is prudent to seek out group companies that outperform their peers. Safe Bulkers (SB) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably with those of the industry as a whole? Let’s take a closer look […]
Should value investors buy these transport stocks?
HAt Zacks, we focus on Zacks’ proven ranking system, which emphasizes profit estimates and estimate reviews to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always attentive to the latest trends in value, growth and dynamism to highlight the right choices. Looking at the history of these trends, perhaps none is more popular than value investing. This […]
Votes tallied amid criticism Chile lacks transportation
Photo credit: EFE / Esteban Garay Participation in Chile began on Sunday amid a barrage of criticism against the government for failing to implement a more efficient public transport service, following the closure of more than 2,500 polling stations in Chile. The first preliminary data is expected from 19:00 (22:00 GMT) local time and the […]
Transport, the key to the fight against drugs
The Opinion and Information on Volunteering Survey Regarding the Elimination of Community Substance Use Surveys (VOICES) asked county residents to provide feedback on their knowledge of substance use disorders. Ryan Kelly | The news Access to services can be a common complaint of marginalized groups, and their grievances sometimes require legal action to bring about […]
Do Airline Ramp Workers Meet the FAA Transport Worker Exemption?
Related practices and jurisdictions Tuesday, December 14, 2021 Are airline ramp workers considered Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) âtransportation workersâ? The United States Supreme Court allowed an airline review application to resolve this issue. Southwest Airlines Co. v. Saxon, File n ° 21-309. The court ruling will determine whether workers will be able to pursue their […]
US Supreme Court to review whether airline tarmac worker meets FAA transportation worker exemption | Jackson Lewis CP
Do airline ramp workers qualify as “transportation workers” exempt from the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA)? The United States Supreme Court granted an airline request for review to resolve this issue. Southwest Airlines Co. vs. Saxon, File No. 21-309. The court’s decision will determine whether the workers will be able to pursue their overtime class action […]
County to launch West Falls church transportation needs study tonight
The proposed active transportation study area at West Falls Church. Green covers areas within a mile of the metro station (via FCDOT) With plans to develop the West Falls Church subway station area now in place, Fairfax County decided to assess how to improve the surrounding transportation network so that it can actually accommodate the […]
New Mexico Department of Transportation Provides Cold Weather / Winter Driving Tips
New Mexico Department of Transportation. SANTA FE – Parts of New Mexico are already experiencing freezing temperatures, high winds, snow, sleet, rain and ice that can lead to dangerous driving conditions. The New Mexico Department of Transportation constantly monitors the weather and is ready to work around the clock, spreading salt and ash, and plowing […]
Increased employment in the transport sector
WASHINGTON – The country’s unemployment rate plunged from 4.6% to 4.2% from October to November, close to what economists consider full employment. And the Labor Department has revised upward its estimate of hiring gains for September and October to 82,000 combined jobs. Employment in warehouses and transport companies is booming. It increased nearly 50,000 jobs […]
22,067 crore rail infrastructure to boost coal transport – The New Indian Express
Through Express news service NEW DELHI: To improve the efficiency of coal transport in the country, the government will implement 14 rail infrastructure projects worth Rs 22,067 crore. With the start of the project, the government plans to increase the coal removal capacity to 410 MTPA. These projects will cover 2,680 km across Jharkhand, Odisha […]
Transport leader up for grabs as DeFazio retires (1)
The future of Democrats’ transportation and infrastructure agenda will be shaped by a new voice in the next Congress. Of the. Eleanor Holmes Norton (DD.C.) was the first lawmaker to announce her candidacy to succeed longtime President of House Transportation and Infrastructure Peter DeFazio (D-Ore.), Who announced Wednesday that he would not seek re-election. Chairman […]
Investors in Bullish Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC (NYSE: FTAI) have yet to receive a refund on their US $ 2.8 million bet
The recent 6.5% drop in Fortress Transportation and Infrastructure Investors LLC’s Stocks (NYSE: FTAI) could be a blow to insiders who bought $ 2.8 million worth of shares at an average purchase price of $ 25.50 over the past 12 months. This is not good, as insiders invest based on the expectation that their money […]
Seoul mayor delighted with first commercial autonomous transport service
[Courtesy of 42dot] SEOUL – In an effort to boost the uptake of transportation services involving self-driving cars, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon presided over an opening ceremony for South Korea’s first self-driving vehicle support service in a pilot area. A full service involving more than 50 autonomous vehicles will be implemented by 2026. From November […]
A new Green Lake bike path? The Seattle Department of Transportation wants your input
Through Seattle Times Staff Reporter The Seattle Department of Transportation is seeking community input on a plan to build a protected paved bike path around the outer western edge of Green Lake. The proposed trail would run along Green Lake Drive North and Aurora Avenue North, where there is currently a gravel footpath along both […]
Average cost of vacation: transportation, food, entertainment
Americans are ready for a vacation. According to an AAA Travel survey, 55% of adults in the United States plan to get at least one night’s getaway before the end of 2022. It’s smart to plan, save money, and budget for a vacation, especially since some places still have COVID-19 restrictions and the cost of […]
Cabotage – National point-to-point movements for the international commercial transport of goods – International law
When importing goods into Canada by trucks, trailers, semi-trailers and containers, businesses may have the option of picking up and delivering domestic goods to Canada during their trip. While these additional domestic deliveries may make logistical sense, they are governed by Canadian cabotage laws which are technical and often poorly understood. Penalties for violating cabotage […]
Portland’s “Transportation Wallet,” a grant designed to free up parking, extended to help low-income city residents
A program born out of a plan to reduce parking needs in some of Portland’s most populous central neighborhoods is now being used to help residents in some of its more remote neighborhoods. As Portland became more expensive, it pushed low-income residents to areas further away from employment centers and fast, reliable transportation. The city’s […]
Cabotage – National point-to-point movements for the international commercial transport of goods
When importing goods into Canada by trucks, trailers, semi-trailers and containers, businesses may have the option of picking up and delivering domestic goods to Canada during their trip. While these additional domestic deliveries may make logistical sense, they are governed by Canadian cabotage laws which are technical and often poorly understood. Penalties for violating cabotage […]
Latest News on MD Transportation’s Capital Plan – Conduit Street
On Monday, November 22, the State House and the Senate will hold a joint hearing to discuss the proposed Consolidated Transportation Program. Next week, the House Transportation and Environment Subcommittee will hold a joint hearing with the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee to discuss the proposed Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP). Those who follow Annapolis hope […]
Eric Doherty: Big Auto fails to put transport transformation off COP26 agenda
The COP26 climate talks were a fiasco, with industry lobbyists nearly destroying anything worth it. Big Auto tried to keep the transport statement’s focus exclusively on electric cars, but ultimately failed, or at least did not succeed completely. The guidance document titled âCOP26 Declaration on Accelerating the Transition to 100% Zero Emission Cars and Vansâ […]
Nevada will receive $ 2.5 billion in transportation funding from federal infrastructure legislation | Carson City Nevada News
View full picture The NDOT will use publicly established transport priorities to make priority funding decisions. CARSON CITY – The Nevada Department of Transportation applauds the signing of the new five-year federal infrastructure funding bill, which will support the department’s ability to maintain and build the extensive network of roads, highways and bridges of the […]
How Pete Buttigieg plans to boost racial equity through transportation
Washington Pete Buttigieg, the transportation secretary who holds the purse strings of much of President Joe Biden’s $ 1,000 billion infrastructure package, spoke to reporters about its impact – the promise of more electric cars , intercity train lines, larger airports – when a sharp question came up. How would he go about integrating racial […]
Paying attention to the access gap: tackling both the digital divide and transport to improve outcomes
Driven by concerns that some in-person care was too dangerous during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, the U.S. healthcare industry has accelerated the expansion of telehealth. While telehealth has improved access to many outpatient services, marginalized patients (rural, poor, elderly and minority) may not have benefited in the same way from the expansion of telehealth. […]
Minor impact on transport costs: The Tribune India
Tribune press service Amritsar, November 9 The recent reduction in fuel prices has a negligible impact on freight shipping as most carriers have not reduced freight costs. SK Wadhwa, a tweed and blanket manufacturer, said: âCarriers have yet to pass the benefits of fuel savings on to customers. The cost of freight has increased by […]
ACC commissioners to see first tranche of transport projects | WUGA
The transition to an all-electric fleet and $ 25 million for Athens transit operations are among the projects that made the first cut for TSPLOST 2023, but more cuts will be needed before the final list is certain. During their working session on Tuesday, ACC commissioners will see the first tranche of potential projects to […]
Treatment that saves lives starts with transport – GV Wire
Ada was alone and living in a shelter when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She had no family support system and no way to get to her many medical appointments. âA staff member at the shelter put me in touch with the American Cancer Society,â Ada says, âand the ACS gave me the tools […]
Public transport status-Affaires Grovesande
s-Gravenzande 04.11.2021 – On May 3, B&W received questions about public transport issues in Julianneve, Koning. According to article 42 of the internal regulations, they inform you as follows. introduction From January 4, 2021, the temporary bus stop in ‘s-Gravenzande’ on both sides of the Koningin Julianalaan was accessible to residents of the WV ‘s-Gravenzande […]
WIT publishes the annual list of the best transport companies for women
[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced the list of Best Trucking Companies for Women on October 25. The 2021 list of the best companies for women to work for in the transport sector has been unveiled in WIT magazine Redefining the Road. The […]
The AASHTO expresses its disappointment at the extension of the transport bill
© Shutterstock The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has expressed disappointment with Congress’ failure to pass a long-term reauthorization of surface transportation. In a statement, the organization said the short-term extension of the FAST law until December 3 would leave transportation services on hold. “For the second time in a month, […]
New York and New Jersey Port Authority announces climate policies
© Shutterstock The New York and New Jersey Port Authority recently released two environmental policies. The first policy commits the agency to achieving the goal of achieving zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, while the second policy sets the goal of halving direct greenhouse gas emissions. greenhouse by 2030. The policies will be presented […]
FAA seeks new designs for control towers
© Shutterstock The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking for control tower designs that can be built and operated in a sustainable manner at regional and municipal airports. The agency is looking for solicitations that will meet operational and financial requirements, maximize energy efficiency, be easy to modify to meet height requirements, and can be […]
USDOT and California Announce Partnership on Supply Chain Infrastructure Program
© Shutterstock California Governor Gavin Newsom and the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced Thursday that they have formed a strategic partnership to identify billions of dollars in funding for infrastructure improvement projects in that state. The announcement would allow California to accelerate work on a network of related projects that will collectively help grow […]
Revised Budget Bill Cuts More Than $ 10 Billion From Transportation Funds
In an email response to a question about the cuts, a spokeswoman for the American Association of Port Authorities said that while they are grateful that dollars for port infrastructure have not been entirely cut, the group is nevertheless disappointed. “This money is a generational investment in port infrastructure, and more will be needed to […]
An integrated and sustainable approach to public transit
I am happy that the government has realized that we need a mass transport system to reduce traffic congestion and emissions in Malta. I have been proposing the concept of a monorail / metro system for 31 years and, in the meantime, have proactively shared in-depth knowledge and expert knowledge in several public articles and […]
Meade County Commission Hears Transportation Plan Update | Local News
STURGIS – Meade County is in the process of updating its transportation master plan as the county continues to experience substantial population growth. Steve Grabill, of KLJ Engineering in Rapid City, said KLJ has been selected by Meade County and the South Dakota Department of Transportation to update the county’s plan. Grabill said at the […]
Should you invest in the SPDR S&P Transportation ETF (XTN)?
If you are interested in broad exposure to the Industrials – Transportation / Shipping segment of the equity market, look no further than the SPDR S&P Transportation ETF (XTN), a passively managed exchange-traded fund launched on 01/26/2011 . An increasingly popular option among retail and institutional investors, passively managed ETFs offer low costs, transparency, flexibility […]
Improvements to I-81, bike paths discussed at Transport Forum | Winchester Star
WINCHESTER –Commonwealth Transportation Board member Mark Merrill is optimistic that the infrastructure bill proposed by the Biden administration could help fund improvements to roads in Virginia, including to Interstate 81. Merrill, of Winchester, made his comments at the Frederick County Transportation Forum on Tuesday night at the Winchester Regional Airport. The meeting provided an opportunity […]
Transportation crisis weighs on durable goods in US in September, Auto News, ET Auto
Washington: Orders for large U.S. manufactures fell for the first time in five months in September, largely due to lower orders for planes and cars, government data released Wednesday. Last month, durable goods orders fell 0.4%, seasonally adjusted, from August, the Commerce Department reported, but September’s decline was less severe than in August. analysts had […]
City Council Unveils Complete Missoula Connect Transportation Plan | Local News
On Monday, Missoula City Council opened a hearing on whether to adopt a new long-term transportation plan known as Missoula Connect that will guide future transit-related projects. The city has been collecting public feedback for the plan since early 2020, which aims to inform transport plans and policies through 2050. The Missoula Connect area includes […]
Pennsylvania innovates at Coatesville station
© Shutterstock The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and federal and local business and elected officials recently opened the new $ 65 million Coatesville station. The new station will improve connections to the Amtrak Keystone corridor, improve multimodal connectivity, maintain the movement of goods in the region and provide the surrounding community with a modern […]
Berkeley Expands Public Transportation With Scooter Program – Berkeley High Jacket
Berkeley City Council on Sept. 28 approved a set of regulations for the micromobility industry in Berkeley, which means e-bike and scooter companies could soon legally distribute these electric transportation options in Berkeley. On July 10, 2018, city council approved a referral from the city manager to consider allowing electric scooter companies to distribute electric […]
Ministry of Transport publishes latest flight requirements
Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Air Transport Directorate of the Ministry of Transport has released the latest flight regulations through Circular Letter (SE) Number 88 of 2021 on Guidelines for the Implementation of Domestic Travel by air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the existence of this circular, the previous circulars – SE Number 62 of […]
Despite transport problems, non-ferrous scrap continues to flow
Non-ferrous metal scrap is circulating well in mid-October, despite transportation issues that continue to plague supply chains in the United States and around the world. âIn general, demand is still very good,â says a marketing manager at a scrap metal processing company that manages post-industrial equipment at multiple locations in the Midwest and Southeast. He […]
KYTC: Murray / Calloway drivers still have time to participate in transportation needs survey | Local News
MURRAY – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) says it continues to urge area residents to complete an online survey seeking comment on road safety and congestion in Murray and Calloway County. KYTC District 1 spokesperson Keith Todd said as of Monday, more than 430 Murray-area residents and commuters have responded to the online survey to […]
Intermodal Freight Transport Market – Massive Growth Coming
The study âIntermodal freight transport – Market development prospectsâ has been added to the HTF MI benchmark. The study considers detailed insights into qualitative and quantitative market data and follows industry benchmark classification and NAICS standards to establish strong coverage of players in the study. Some of the major and emerging players identified are Dart […]