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Curious about the future of Texas transit? Our Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan (SMTP) is exploring the issues, gaps and needs to meet future challenges facing a growing state. Learn more: https://ow.ly/azUo50RvOmL #TxDOTTransit

More Amtrak routes proposed by the Federal Railroad Administration, which could connect Columbus to NYC, Dallas, New Orleans, Detroit and much more: https://lnkd.in/gJVvGPCh #amtrak #transportation

Ella Tikka This just proves that you can use #what3words to get you to where you need to be as quickly and safely as possible

Exciting News in U.S. Transportation! The Biden administration has committed over $6 billion to advance high-speed electric rail routes in the West. $3 billion will support a privately-owned route between Las Vegas and Los Angeles, and $3.1 billion will fund an initial segment connecting Los Angeles and San Francisco. Despite project challenges and increased costs, this move underscores the administration's dedication to high-speed rail, a transformative step in American transportation. The funding will particularly aid the California High-Speed Rail Authority in closing a $10 billion gap for a 119-mile stretch in the Central Valley. The Las Vegas-Los Angeles route now has all approvals and could see electric-powered trains by the 2028 Summer Olympics. This initiative is set to create jobs and address traffic congestion, marking a significant milestone in our transportation evolution. Reach out to me at cj.mckennitt@ghw.global if you are interested in contributing to initiatives like this. GHW Global #HighSpeedRail #Transportation #InfrastructureInvestment #ConstructionJobs

🚄💡 The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is taking a giant leap in rail safety with an innovative AI-powered Trespassing Database 🤖🚦. This cutting-edge technology processes thousands of hours of video to detect and analyze trespassing incidents, aiming to dramatically improve public safety 🛤️🔍. With over 29,000 trespassing events captured through meticulous analysis, this initiative sheds light on trespasser behavior, including when, where, and how trespasses occur 📊🕵️. The insights gained are crucial for tailoring prevention measures, underlining the importance of technology in enhancing rail safety 🌐🚨. This breakthrough represents more than just technological advancement; it's a commitment to saving lives and making our railroads safer for everyone 🏆💖. As we continue to innovate, the journey towards a safer rail network is full steam ahead 🛤️🚀. #railsafety #AInnovation #publicsafety #TrespassingPrevention Metro-North Railroad Metropolitan Transportation Authority #mnrOPEX

In a recent discussion with the North Central Texas Council of Governments, we discussed this very solution. I truly believe that an innovative P3 which benefits both the private and public sectors are the solution to the challenges associated to cost effective and efficient transportation options being implemented in #NorthTexas. We have to think outside the box and work together to solve the challenges for both, again its called a Public, Private, "PARTNERSHIP" (P3) for a reason. Solving the challenges for the one is good for the whole. #letsworktogether #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #transit #freightrail

The Future of High-Speed Rail Depends on Integrated Networks

🚄 At GEISMAR we can't wait to see High-Speed trains operating in the USA! As often with technology and lifestyle, California is leading the way. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate California High-Speed Rail Authority for clearing yet another crucial milestone in making "bullet trains" a reality in America. High Speed rail makes a lot of sense for the USA : the country's vast territory boasts the world's longest track mileage (220 000 km) yet the US railroad electrification rate is just 1% , way below India's 86%, Japan's 75% or even Brasil's 30%. Investing in high-speed electric railroads would contribute to cutting the USA's CO2 emissions and would give US citizens the opportunity to (re)discover an effective and stress-free form of travel. #rail #railroad #railway #bullettrain #highspeedtrain #highspeedline #CAHSR #sustainablewaytorail #sustainability #geismar #trackmaintenance #trackrenewal #electrification #train #engineering #engineeringworks https://lnkd.in/eCPwrS_V

Have you read the blog by Chair of our Transport Group Duncan McCunn exploring the findings of 'Rapid Evidence Review - The Benefits of Improvements in Public and Active Transport Infrastructure to Quality of Life'? He writes about the link between transport and quality of life, and the cost to communities of not improving connectivity. You can read his full blog and access the new rapid evidence review by following this link - https://ow.ly/C5FU50QgHrt #Cambridge #Transport #QualityofLife

The environmental benefits of electrifying the 650k federal fleet are clear, but it also saves $6 billion! And that's not all...check out this Forbes article from my ICF Climate Center colleague Stacy Noblet on how the purchasing power of the federal fleet could drive broader shifts for other fleets and individual consumers.