Tiana May

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has presented key developments in its approach to sustainable infrastructure. The project, which is currently under construction between Merced and Bakersfield, forms part of California’s broader efforts to reduce transport-related emissions and promote economic growth. Once operational, the high-speed rail system will run on electricity generated entirely from renewable sources and will travel at speeds of up to 220 miles per hour.

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The US Department of Transportation (US DOT) has announced a revised plan for the rehabilitation of the Dock Bridge in New Jersey. The plan is expected to reduce project costs by approximately 140 million USD. The changes, jointly agreed upon by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak, aim to prioritise safety and operational reliability while streamlining project scope.

1 day ago | airportindustry-news.com | Tiana May

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has partnered with ThoroughTec Simulation to enhance its training capabilities for Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) and airside operations. The agreement will see the installation of a suite of simulation technologies designed to support operator readiness and improve training outcomes. As part of the initiative, DFW will deploy eight full-mission motion-base simulators covering a range of airside vehicles and tasks.

1 day ago | railway-news.com | Tiana May

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has outlined its plans to begin construction on the 5.5-mile Red Line Extension (RLE) Project in early 2026. During three community meetings, residents of Roseland, Washington Heights, and Riverdale were given an overview of the planned work and its anticipated impacts. The Red Line Extension project, valued at approximately 5.7 million USD, will extend the existing rapid transit Red Line from the current terminus at 95th Street to 130th Street.

1 day ago | airportindustry-news.com | Tiana May

On 23 April, the UK’s Transport Committee questioned Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander MP on issues including rail reform, decarbonisation and airport expansion, including its plans for Heathrow Airport. The current government is supporting significant expansions at major UK airports. It recently approved expansion plans at London Luton Airport and has expressed a “minded to approve” decision for the expansion of London Gatwick, pending the provision of additional information.