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Feds Release $8.8B Expansion Plan for DC’s Union Station Rail Hub

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Federal Railroad Administration issues a supplemental draft environmental review for planned modernization of the 115-year-old facility.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Move over luxury bus lines and quick flights. Central Texans should be on the lookout for bulldozers and train stops. The Court found that Texas Central is engaged in activities to further that purpose.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Move over luxury bus lines and quick flights. Central Texans should be on the lookout for bulldozers and train stops. The Court found that Texas Central is engaged in activities to further that purpose.

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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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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

Business Facilities

Located on the lower Mississippi River between New Orleans and Baton Rouge, the Port of South Louisiana, Grantee FTZ 124, is a multi-modal port with deep water access, three trunk line railroads, easy access to Interstates and major highways and the Port’s Executive Regional Airport. These ports are home to liquefied natural gas facilities.

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

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

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. At 1,675 feet, the arch was more than twice as long as the previous record-holder, the Hell Gate Railroad Bridge in New York City. Johns River to JAXPORT’S facilities.

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

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After several months of work, the Draft EIR for the Super Wal-Mart project is now complete and is currently being circulated for review. It is anticipated that the Draft EIR will be brought before the Planning Commission for certification in March 2013.