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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. Three Class I railroads (Norfolk Southern, Canadian Northern and the CSX) serve Decatur and are directly interconnected through a privately owned intermodal ramp as part of the Midwest Inland Port. Subsequently, the U.S.

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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Mary’s leading position including incredible ease getting materials and finished good into and out of the area via a multi-modal transportation network including, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, a Class 1 rail system and Highway 90 (future I-49), an interstate quality 4-lane highway. Mary (PWSM) are shallow draft ports.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

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O’Connell, Interior Graphic and Design Standards, S.C. ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials. CAD: Cadmium, Computer-Aided Drafting. MAT: Material. MATL: Material. MTL: Material, Metal. He is a sample listing of abbreviation derived across a wide venue of sources. & And. ASPH: Asphalt.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. That’s why the airport recently unveiled BNA Vision, a comprehensive airport expansion and renovation plan designed to meet the region’s booming population growth and travel demands.

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FEATURE STORY: Racing To Be Ready – U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era

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In 2012, more than 1 million cubic yards of recycled dredge material was deposited in the development of the terminal. The Port currently has service by two Class I railroads, Norfolk Southern and CSX—both offer double-stack service to critical manufacturing and population centers. Photo: NJ.com.).

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LOCATION FOCUS: California Dreamin’ – A Rebound Fueled By New Energy

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that are LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). SMUD’s collaboration with the private sector is evident in the groundbreaking programs it has developed to help Sacramento companies incorporate energy-efficiency measures throughout their organizations, from design and construction phases to retrofit.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

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