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The Case for Sustainability of Civil Infrastructure

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Civil infrastructure is everywhere, and it represents our most prevalent footprint on the earth. Considering the 3.9 million miles of public roads, 1.4 Considering the 3.9 million miles of public roads, 1.4

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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. Consistent with the past few years, the 24th Annual State of Logistics Report expects slow albeit sustainable growth for the future, with the logistics GDP hovering somewhere between 2.5 Subsequently, the U.S.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Isabel Harlan, Sr. Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch LTK

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” No matter where you are, the infrastructure around you likely has an impact on your daily life. For those working in infrastructure, there are always projects to address, like designing signals and traction power or performing maintenance. . Then, I got curious about the construction side. No ego, no judgment.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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Fast and efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure also fuels the growth of this industry, as well as international markets (L.A. It is conveniently located adjacent to Canada’s largest airport, Toronto Pearson International, as well as home to CN’s Intermodal Railway Terminal, the largest intermodal railway terminal in Canada.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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Recently you may have heard that Indianapolis International Airport is offering daily nonstop flights to both Los Angeles and San Francisco. Several ongoing infrastructure upgrades taking place are greatly enhancing transportation in the region, adding to the capacity for businesses to grow. By Dominique Cantelme. and San Francisco.

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FEATURE STORY: Logistics Clusters Are Jobs Magnets

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The Memphis International Airport is home to the FedEx Superhub. Not only do logistics clusters have huge potential for jobs creation, they also are hubs of innovation of environmental sustainability. and Ontario, Canada, with multi-modal transportation infrastructure that offers a wide range of distribution options.

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Business Report: Illinois Leaders Form Non-Profit to Spur Job Creation

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We have among the best assets in the world, including unparalleled access to global markets with our five international airports, seven Class I railroads, the third largest interstate highway system in the country, the third largest intermodal port in the world, and more.