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Newsby StaffAugust 20, 2008

Minn. rail project launches new Website

Redesigned site includes new graphics and animation, content and interactive features to help commuters plan their trips and watch the progress of Northstar construction

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ProductsJuly 7, 2008

Step Replacement Treads, Nosings

Bold Step systems repair deteriorating steps or can be used for new construction.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2008

Siemens wins Scotland rail order

Siemens, as part of a consortium led by the construction company Bilfinger Berger, has been awarded an order to build an 11.8-mile light rail line in Edinburgh, Scotland, as a turnkey project worth over $1 billion.

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Newsby StaffMay 19, 2008

Earth Tech wins award

Long Beach, Calif.-based Earth Tech Inc.-- provider of consulting, engineering and construction services -- received the Frances Perkins Vanguard Award for excellence in the utilization of women-owned small businesses as prime contractors and subcontractors.

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ArticlesApril 28, 2008

Workforce Technology Investments Key to CDTA Success

Initiatives taken on by the Albany, N.Y.-based Capital District Transportation Authority include a system rebranding, biodiesel program and construction of a bus rapid transit project.

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Articlesby StaffFebruary 26, 2008

Dallas considers public, private funding for light rail projects

DART President Gary Thomas says that escalating construction costs will not delay any proposed projects. Public-private partnerships may be the right solution to ensure delays don't happen.

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ArticlesSeptember 25, 2007

Women In Transportation

Whether it's building rail facilities or securing funding for capital investment, women continue to play a major role in the transportation industry. This year we chronicle the achievements of five women who have used skills in finance, construction, contract negotiations, planning and entrepreneurship to make their mark on the industry.

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ArticlesAugust 13, 2007

Cal Marsella Guides Denver RTD into Rail Future

Denver's GM invokes the v-word — visionary — as he presses ahead with ambitious rail plans that strengthen the Colorado city's reputation as a transit town. Although challenged by rapidly rising construction costs, Denver's 12-year FasTracks rail-development program is still moving forward.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2007

PB to manage Second Ave. Subway construction

Phase 1 construction to be completed in 2013.

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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2007

Parsons, Tishman, Arup win Trans-Hudson Tunnel contract

Construction on the $7 billon project to start in 2009.

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