Transoft Solutions Acquires Canadian-based Brisk Synergies
Transoft Solutions Inc., (“Transoft”) a global leader in transportation engineering design and analysis software, today announced its acquisition of Brisk Synergies (“Brisk”) the leader in automated road safety analysis headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario. Brisk Synergies’ BriskVANTAGE and BriskLUMINA software platforms apply continuous deep learning analytics on traffic video to help assist transportation professionals reach their Vision Zero goals to prevent vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist c...
February 2020 Trends
In this section, Informed Infrastructure compiles infographics from trusted sources that reveal insight on infrastructure spending. We also compile some of the top infrastructure stories that shouldn’t be missed. For ongoing news coverage, turn to Informed Infrastructure online (www.informedinfrastructure.com), our Twitter feed (@IInfrastructure) and our weekly e-newsletter. The 10 Countries with the Best Infrastructure in the World Although central banks h...
Trelleborg to showcase no-dig repair solutions at WWETT 2020
Trelleborg’s seals & profiles operation announces its attendance at the 2020 Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment & Transport (WWETT) trade show in Indianapolis, USA, in February, to showcase its leading and innovative no-dig polymer-based pipe repair solutions. Mark Yanzo, North American Sales Manager – Pipe Rehabilitation, says: “We are pleased to showcase our reliable and efficient trenchless pipe repair solutions at WWETT. Our team of experts will be on hand to answer questions, prov...
Transit-Planning Expert Todd Hemingson Brings New Mobility Outlook to HDR
OMAHA, Neb. — Todd Hemingson has been hired as a senior transit consultant for HDR, bringing with him a wealth of experience and leadership in mobility issues. A veteran of multiple transit agencies, he brings a deep understanding of client needs at agencies of all sizes. He most recently was executive vice president for planning and development at Capital Metro in Austin. “I’m looking forward to collaborating with organizations to plan and develop more livable communities,” Hemingson said. “...
Department of Energy Announces Nearly $300 Million for Sustainable Transportation Research
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today at the Washington Auto Show, Under Secretary of Energy Mark W. Menezes announced the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) investment of nearly $300 million in funding for research and development of sustainable transportation resources and technologies. This investment, split up between three, separate funding opportunity announcements (FOA), supports DOE’s goal of ensuring that as the transportation system transforms, consumers have affordable, clean, efficient, and domestic...
USDOT Announces $87.4 Million for Division Transit Project in Portland, Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced a $87.4 million grant to the Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) for the Division Transit Project. The project will provide faster, more reliable transit service between Downtown Portland, Southeast and East Portland, and Gresham. "This $87.4 million federal investment will provide residents along the Division Street Corridor better access to job...
Growing WSP USA Water Business Names National Practice Leads
Prominent professionals on WSP’s national water services team have been tapped to lead the strategic development of diverse disciplines in 2020. NEW YORK —WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, has announced the appointments of six staff to guide the nationwide growth and strategy of specific practice areas within the firm’s water business. Stephen Rupar, Connecticut water supply engineering practice leader, brings more than 30 years of experience in the...
Construction Starts Fall 21% in December
HAMILTON, N.J.- According to Dodge Data & Analytics, total construction starts in the final month of 2019 dropped 21% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $800.4 billion. The sharp decline was largely a response to hefty gains posted in November’s utility and manufacturing sectors. When removing the influence of these two very volatile sectors, total construction starts only fell 3% in December. By major sector, nonresidential building starts fell 20% in December, whil...
Open Source Wood Innovation Award given to an active member
Metsä Wood’s Open Source Wood is an initiative to share knowledge and innovations in the field of wood construction between construction professionals globally. The platform’s first ever Innovation Award has been presented to engineer and architect Paul Esombi Ekema for his achievements in advancing the idea of Open Source Wood. Paul Esombi Ekema, owner of Peekplan Architects located in Hamburg, Germany, first got in touch with Open Source Wood when it was launched in 2017 and has been an ac...
Bauer Joins WSP USA as Master Planner for Federal, Military Projects
Accomplished planner brings planning and programming experience, including key projects for all U.S. armed forces branches. COLORADO SPRINGS — Rudy Bauer has joined WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, as a senior level master planner for the firm’s U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) projects. In his new role, Bauer will function as part of an integrated team for planning significant planning and asset management projects for the DOD and other Federal a...
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