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The first step to sustainable transportation

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The Australian Government’s commitment to being net-zero by 2050 has ensured that the focus of every industry sector across the country is firmly on reducing emissions. However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge.

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Cedar Port: Largest U.S. Industrial Park, With The Best Infrastructure

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TGS Cedar Port Industrial Park is the largest master-planned, rail-and-barge-served industrial park in the U.S., offering industry-leading access for distribution, manufacturing and terminal users. The post Cedar Port: Largest U.S.

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State of the Construction Industry: January Roundup

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In construction, however, signs point to at least one more big year, with a rush of infrastructure projects getting rolled out, new technologies showing positive impacts and new ideas to overcome labor shortages. A number of high-profile infrastructure projects could give the construction industry a boost in 2019. Region saw $1.3

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State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup

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Construction Jobless Rate Hits 18-Year Low, Industry Adds 19,000 Jobs. ENR reported this month that the July unemployment rate in the construction industry fell to 3.4 Keep an eye on this story, as it will likely affect our industry for a while. Lawmakers Push for Innovative Materials in National Infrastructure.

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Trump Aims to Reform Infrastructure Permitting

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The administration’s recent aim at advancing infrastructure projects through environmental permitting changes was “touted” by President Donald Trump during an address with industry stakeholders, according to Transport Topics. At the 2020 Council for National Policy meeting Aug. 21, the president…

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

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The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America. construction industry.

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Ardmore Industrial Airpark Becoming Global Multimodal Logistics Hub

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A $124 million investment will create the Global Transportation & Industrial Park of Oklahoma, bringing global commerce opportunities, economic development, and jobs to the region.