Airports represent another industry sector that should not be impacted significantly by any federal funding support shrinkage. The critical nature of airport infrastructure, the immediate and obvious needs and the role air transportation plays in America’s economic vitality will protect its funding. The abundance of contracting opportunities, however, that will emerge over the next two […]
Federal officials are planning an overhaul of air traffic control. The U.S. Department of Transportation is embarking on an ambitious effort. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently unveiled the initiative to redesign the nation’s air traffic control infrastructure within four years, describing it as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity.” Although Duffy did not cite any specific cost estimate, […]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced revisions to its National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) concerning per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals.” While maintaining maximum contaminant levels for PFOA and PFOS, the agency plans to rescind limits on four other PFAS compounds. The EPA stated its intent to withdraw […]
The city of Santa Cruz, California, has approved a transformative expansion project for the downtown area, setting an ambitious plan in motion to develop affordable housing, public amenities and economic opportunities in the city. The project is the culmination of years of effort to better connect the city’s downtown to the local beach and river. […]
Virginia is expected to become home to the most environmentally friendly railway corridor in the nation. Norfolk Southern and the Port of Virginia have launched the nation’s first “RailGreen Corridor,” an emissions reduction program that will reduce supply chain environmental impacts for shippers. The corridor connects Norfolk Harbor with the Virginia Inland Port in Front […]
Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank has closed a $26.3 million loan with Providence Water to help provide new lead-free service lines at no cost to customers. The loan, created in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Health, includes nearly half the funds as grants—leaving only $13.5 million to be repaid. Replacing lead pipes in Providence […]
Throughout the U.S., projects to upgrade, modernize and stabilize basic infrastructure will launch over the next several years. The infrastructure needs are critical, and public officials are committed to meeting the challenge of protecting public assets and providing safe and high-quality services to citizens. Airport spending over the next decade is expected to reach historic […]