Woolpert Acquires AAM, Global Geospatial Leader
Together, the companies will increase their mapping and cloud-based geospatial data capabilities, combining technologies and best practices to optimally serve clients around the world. DAYTON, Ohio (Sept. 15, 2021) — Woolpert has acquired AAM, a global geospatial services company that specialises in aerial mapping, surveying, GIS, and the development of innovative geospatial processes and technologies. AAM is headquartered in Australia and has offices across New Zealand, Asia, Africa and the...
Woolpert Welcomes David Blackstone, Former OGRIP Executive Director, ODOT GIS Manager
The firm’s newest geospatial program director served as Ohio’s GIO and has more than 30 years of expertise in the evolving geospatial needs of state governments and departments of transportation. COLUMBUS, Ohio (Sept. 15, 2021) — Woolpert has hired David Blackstone as a geospatial program director in the firm’s government solutions market. Blackstone served as Ohio’s geospatial information officer (GIO), was the executive director of the Ohio Geographically Referenced Information Program for...
Hexagon introduces Security & Surveillance portfolio for rail
(HUNTSVILLE, Ala.) Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division, in partnership with Hexagon’s Geosystems division, today introduced Hexagon’s Security & Surveillance portfolio for rail. Comprised of an integrated set of solutions proven in rail operations around the globe, the portfolio unites 3D surveillance systems with best-in-class security, dispatching and collaboration software. It enables rail operators to better protect their assets, passengers and freight to reduce disruption...
Vectorworks, Inc. Launches 2022 Version of BIM and CAD Product Line
Latest Version Provides Next Generation Performance, Feature-Rich Improvements Empowering Designers to Design Without Limits Columbia, MD (September 15, 2021)—Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. releases Vectorworks 2022 emphasizing product quality improvements, superior performance and the user experience. This latest release includes Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Fundamentals, Braceworks, ConnectCAD and Vision. In addition, Vectorworks reveals its...
NELSON Worldwide Appoints Todd Chitester as Senior Vice President of Global Solutions
Todd Chitester will help synchronize teams from planning to post-occupancy CHARLOTTE, NC — NELSON Worldwide, an award-winning architecture, design, and strategy firm, expands its leadership with Todd Chitester as Senior Vice President of Global Solutions. Based in Charlotte, Todd will strengthen and develop trust-based partnerships with clients globally and equip them with flexible solutions that respond to their evolving real estate needs. “Todd brings a unique fusion of leadership,...
WaveSense Announces Name Change to GPR, Marks Company Milestone with Next Generation of Ground Positioning Radar™ for Autonomous Mobility
SOMERVILLE, Mass.--WaveSense, the world’s only provider of Ground Positioning Radar™ for precise vehicle localization, announced today the release of its next generation radar—Aegis—and that it has changed its corporate name to GPR. The new company name reflects the shift towards establishing Ground Positioning Radar™ as an industry standard that redefines what is possible in ADAS and AV by delivering vehicle positioning that works in nearly all conditions. Aegis, which is being piloted by au...
Nevada State Transportation Contracts Approved This Month Will Support Nearly 450 Jobs
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – State transportation contracts approved during today’s Nevada Transportation Board of Directors meeting are projected to support nearly 450 jobs while helping provide a transportation system to keep Nevada safe and connected. A projected 446 jobs will be supported for one year by the highway contracts and agreements reviewed as part of the Sept. 13 state transportation board meeting. More than 4,200 job years have been supported by state transportation contracts and agreemen...
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces up to $628.93 million in Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Credit Assistance for Orange County Transportation Authority’s I-405 Improvement Project
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced its Build America Bureau (the “Bureau”) has provided a Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act TIFIA direct loan in the amount of up to $628.93 million to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for the I-405 Improvement Project (the Project). The Department provides TIFIA and other surface transportation infrastructure financing through the Bureau. The loan proceeds will finance part of the construc...
Dana Lowell to Lead Zero Emissions for Transit and Rail at WSP USA
Lowell brings to national leadership role a quarter century of experience finding practical solutions for transit agencies and large fleet operators to reduce and eliminate emissions. BOSTON — Furthering its commitment to help U.S. transportation clients achieve and surpass their emissions and sustainability goals, WSP USA, a leading engineering and professional services consultancy, welcomes Dana Lowell to the firm as its zero emission (ZE) senior technical advisor. “Striving t...
DFI Announces 2021 Hal Hunt Lecture Being Delivered at 46th Annual Conference Jim Abbott, Retired MLB Pitcher
Hawthorne, N.J. : Jim Abbott, retired Major League Baseball pitcher, is presenting the 2021 Hal Hunt Lecture on Communications during DFI’s 46th Annual Conference on Deep Foundations, being held October 12-15, 2021 in Las Vegas. The lecture is on Thursday, October 14 at 1:30 p.m. Born in Flint, Michigan, without a right hand, Jim Abbot found success pitching for 10 seasons in Major League Baseball. Abbott pitched for the California Angels, New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox and Milwauk...
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