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ArticlesJune 16, 2011

Transit Funding, Elections Loom Large Over the Industry

With the lack of funding already beginning to take its toll, consultants believe the 2012 elections and pending reauthorization will play a huge role in how public transportation agencies are viewed down the road. Despite the outcome, many believe a new approach is needed for completing capital projects.

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Newsby StaffApril 26, 2011

AECOM names new chairman of the board

John M. Dionisio, who has served as president/CEO since 2005, has been with the company since 1971. Richard G. Newman will continue to serve as a member of AECOM's board of directors, in the role of chairman emeritus.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

AECOM joint venture wins Md. rail contract

Team will finalize planning and preliminary engineering activities; oversee final design and pre-construction work; and provide construction management/inspection, quality assurance/quality control and systems start-up services.

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Newsby StaffDecember 7, 2010

Amtrak's next-gen high-speed service plan cuts Northeast Corridor travel time

Per an AECOM report, trains would operate at up to 220 miles per hour on a new, dedicated, two-track corridor with a trip time of just under three hours and 30 minutes between Washington and Boston, approximately half the current schedule.

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Newsby StaffNovember 29, 2010

AECOM completes RSW acquisition

RSW is a 550-employee service provider to clients in key end markets, including hydro power and transmission and distribution, which will bolster the company's already strong portfolio of services, particularly in its global energy business.

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Newsby StaffNovember 16, 2010

Business group forms to support Fla. high-speed rail

Companies in the partnership include: VINCI, OHL, Virgin and Alstom; and non-equity partners: Archer Western, AECOM and PBS&J. Each boasts strong ties to Florida and a long history of doing business in the state.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 15, 2010

AECOM names high-speed projects director

Martin Elton will be responsible for the management and delivery of rail infrastructure projects from early feasibility stages through design and construction, business development and bid preparations.

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Newsby StaffAugust 5, 2010

AECOM acquires Davis Langdon

The transaction is expected to close in October of 2010. The acquisition has been approved by Davis Langdon shareholders and partners, and is subject to customary closing conditions, including necessary regulatory and third party approvals.

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Newsby StaffMay 11, 2010

AECOM acquires Spanish firm

INOCSA also has offices in Romania and Bosnia and a total of approximately 550 employees providing services to public and private clients. Its services include architecture, design, engineering, program management and urban planning.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2010

AECOM joint venture awarded $18M N.J. contract

Early construction is expected to begin during late spring 2010. The replacement bridges are slated for completion in 2017.

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