DOT committing $215 million to replacement of Civil War-era bridge in Albany

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is committing $215 million to replace a Civil War-era bridge in Albany, New York. The federal grants will support the replacement of Livingston Avenue Bridge and ease the commute for drivers between Albany and Rensselaer.  The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will utilize grants from the DOT’s […]

Port NOLA names president

Beth Ann Branch will take over as Port NOLA president and CEO of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad. Branch brings more than two decades of transportation and logistics experience to the position. She will assume her duties Dec. 1. The post Port NOLA names president appeared first on Government Market News.

DeKalb County Economic Development Authority appoints director

Alabama – The DeKalb County Economic Development Authority (EDA) has appointed Dr. Brett Johnson as executive director. Johnson most recently served as chief of staff for the mayor of Gadsden. He will officially succeed Jimmy Durham in November. The post DeKalb County Economic Development Authority appoints director appeared first on Government Market News.

New funding awards escalate the launch of 44 major infrastructure projects

A new $4.2 billion funding allocation was announced this week, and the allocations will support the planning and pre-launch efforts of 44 new projects. This financial support comes from two major federal programs that provide MEGA and INFRA grants for infrastructure projects. The 44 projects that were selected primarily focus on bridge construction efforts, rail […]

US ports receiving $3 billion for zero-emissions equipment and infrastructure upgrades

U.S. ports are set to become more climate friendly thanks to a massive investment by the federal government.  The Environmental Protection Agency has selected 55 ports to receive nearly $3 billion in grants to fund zero-emission equipment and infrastructure improvements across 27 states and territories.  The Clean Ports Program, funded through the Inflation Reduction Act, […]

EPA awarding $125 million to replace diesel engines with cleaner alternatives

The Environmental Protection Agency has selected numerous projects across the United States to receive grants totaling $125 million that will fund efforts to get older diesel engines linked to serious health problems off the roads and move communities toward cleaner or zero-emissions solutions.  Once selections are finalized, the grants will be funded through the EPA’s […]

Port Authority launching plan to reimagine Newark Liberty International Airport

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (Port Authority) is launching a comprehensive initiative designed to transform Newark Liberty International Airport over the coming decades. Dubbed the EWR Vision Plan, these guidelines will accommodate increasing passenger traffic and improve travel conditions at one of the busiest airports in America.  “A modern, efficient, world-class […]