This document discusses the future workforce needs of the transportation industry. It notes that the transportation industry is projected to add 417,000 jobs from 2012 to 2022, with many semi-skilled and skilled jobs in operations and maintenance. Over half of the current transportation workforce will retire in the next decade, opening up additional positions. The document highlights opportunities for the new transportation workforce to work with cutting-edge innovations and earn above-average salaries. It concludes that students completing transportation education programs will be in high demand to fill open positions across six key transportation sectors.
This document discusses Edmonton's transportation opportunities. It begins with Edmonton's history of oil discoveries like Leduc #1, which led to oil sands development. Transportation supports many sectors of Edmonton's diverse economy. It is an enabling industry for sectors like construction and manufacturing. Edmonton has strong transportation assets like an expanding ring road, rail networks serving major ports, and an airport expanding its cargo facilities. Educational institutions support the transportation sector through business and technical programs. Industry experts say Edmonton is well-positioned for growth as an energy logistics hub due to its transportation infrastructure, access to resources and markets, and competitive advantages.
Nagging Dilemmas in Airport Expansion (and how to deal with them)Darwin Jayson Mariano
The document discusses key challenges facing airport operators regarding airport expansions. It notes that Asia Pacific is projected to overtake North America as the top region for air traffic by 2030 due to rapid urbanization and economic growth in developing countries. However, airport expansions require careful planning to address issues such as return on investment versus cost of capital, aligning infrastructure with airline fleet and passenger growth plans, implementing strong security measures while maintaining passenger experience, and balancing economic benefits with environmental concerns. The document promotes attending the Airfield Engineering and Asset Maintenance 2013 conference to learn best practices for ensuring operational efficiency and safety in airfield expansions and maintenance.
This document summarizes the key points of an aeroleadership camp held in Indonesia on October 27, 2018. The camp aimed to develop aviation professionals ready to realize the nation's dreams. Indonesia has over 200 airports across its thousands of islands. As an archipelago, air transportation is crucial to connect regions. The camp focused on developing skilled workers for Indonesia's growing aviation sector in line with increasing domestic and international air traffic.
The document discusses transportation in the UAE. It notes that transportation plays a key role in economic development and that the UAE has recognized this in planning its cities. The UAE's modern transportation system was developed in the 1960s-1970s and now includes roads, ports, airports, and plans for high-speed rail. Major ports include Jebel Ali, the largest man-made harbor, and Khalifa Port. The UAE aims to expand airport and port infrastructure to support increasing trade and passenger traffic.
This document discusses road transportation and vehicle types in India. It notes that while national highways only make up 1.7% of road length, they carry 40% of traffic. Road networks carry 65% of freight and 85% of passenger traffic in India. Individual truck owners dominate vehicle ownership, with 67% of owners having fleets of less than five vehicles. Traffic is growing 7-10% annually. The main types of vehicles discussed are haulage trucks, rigid trucks, tippers, cabs, delivery vans, and trailers.
This document provides an overview of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), an Indian technology, engineering, construction and manufacturing company. In 3 sentences: L&T was founded in 1938 in Mumbai and has grown to become one of the largest companies in India, with a presence worldwide and revenues of $8.5 billion in 2009. It operates across multiple divisions including engineering & construction, heavy engineering, electrical works, and IT services. The document discusses L&T's history, operations, business structure, human resources practices, financial performance, future plans, social responsibility initiatives, and major awards.
The document discusses the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project and its significance. It outlines CPEC's goals of improving regional connectivity through infrastructure development, increasing trade and commerce, and promoting peace and development. CPEC also provides diverse investment, industrial, financial, agricultural, tourism and education opportunities that can boost livelihoods and enhance security in the region. Specific areas of cooperation mentioned include energy, infrastructure like Gwadar port, and industrial partnerships. Free trade zones are highlighted as a way to eliminate trade barriers within Pakistan.
Aml & Earth Stream Irj April 2012.Pdf (525 Kb)debearthstream
This document provides an overview of EarthStream Global, a company that provides recruitment services to the mining, oil and gas, and energy industries. It is facing a challenging talent shortage as these industries have an aging workforce and not properly invested in developing new talent during past downturns. EarthStream aims to help companies address this issue by recruiting skilled workers globally, including establishing a permanent presence in remote locations to satisfy client and employee needs. The document discusses EarthStream's operations and leaders in different regions and how costs for recruitment vary in different markets.
This document discusses Edmonton's transportation opportunities. It begins with Edmonton's history of oil discoveries like Leduc #1, which led to oil sands development. Transportation supports many sectors of Edmonton's diverse economy. It is an enabling industry for sectors like construction and manufacturing. Edmonton has strong transportation assets like an expanding ring road, rail networks serving major ports, and an airport expanding its cargo facilities. Educational institutions support the transportation sector through business and technical programs. Industry experts say Edmonton is well-positioned for growth as an energy logistics hub due to its transportation infrastructure, access to resources and markets, and competitive advantages.
Nagging Dilemmas in Airport Expansion (and how to deal with them)Darwin Jayson Mariano
The document discusses key challenges facing airport operators regarding airport expansions. It notes that Asia Pacific is projected to overtake North America as the top region for air traffic by 2030 due to rapid urbanization and economic growth in developing countries. However, airport expansions require careful planning to address issues such as return on investment versus cost of capital, aligning infrastructure with airline fleet and passenger growth plans, implementing strong security measures while maintaining passenger experience, and balancing economic benefits with environmental concerns. The document promotes attending the Airfield Engineering and Asset Maintenance 2013 conference to learn best practices for ensuring operational efficiency and safety in airfield expansions and maintenance.
This document summarizes the key points of an aeroleadership camp held in Indonesia on October 27, 2018. The camp aimed to develop aviation professionals ready to realize the nation's dreams. Indonesia has over 200 airports across its thousands of islands. As an archipelago, air transportation is crucial to connect regions. The camp focused on developing skilled workers for Indonesia's growing aviation sector in line with increasing domestic and international air traffic.
The document discusses transportation in the UAE. It notes that transportation plays a key role in economic development and that the UAE has recognized this in planning its cities. The UAE's modern transportation system was developed in the 1960s-1970s and now includes roads, ports, airports, and plans for high-speed rail. Major ports include Jebel Ali, the largest man-made harbor, and Khalifa Port. The UAE aims to expand airport and port infrastructure to support increasing trade and passenger traffic.
This document discusses road transportation and vehicle types in India. It notes that while national highways only make up 1.7% of road length, they carry 40% of traffic. Road networks carry 65% of freight and 85% of passenger traffic in India. Individual truck owners dominate vehicle ownership, with 67% of owners having fleets of less than five vehicles. Traffic is growing 7-10% annually. The main types of vehicles discussed are haulage trucks, rigid trucks, tippers, cabs, delivery vans, and trailers.
This document provides an overview of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), an Indian technology, engineering, construction and manufacturing company. In 3 sentences: L&T was founded in 1938 in Mumbai and has grown to become one of the largest companies in India, with a presence worldwide and revenues of $8.5 billion in 2009. It operates across multiple divisions including engineering & construction, heavy engineering, electrical works, and IT services. The document discusses L&T's history, operations, business structure, human resources practices, financial performance, future plans, social responsibility initiatives, and major awards.
The document discusses the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project and its significance. It outlines CPEC's goals of improving regional connectivity through infrastructure development, increasing trade and commerce, and promoting peace and development. CPEC also provides diverse investment, industrial, financial, agricultural, tourism and education opportunities that can boost livelihoods and enhance security in the region. Specific areas of cooperation mentioned include energy, infrastructure like Gwadar port, and industrial partnerships. Free trade zones are highlighted as a way to eliminate trade barriers within Pakistan.
Aml & Earth Stream Irj April 2012.Pdf (525 Kb)debearthstream
This document provides an overview of EarthStream Global, a company that provides recruitment services to the mining, oil and gas, and energy industries. It is facing a challenging talent shortage as these industries have an aging workforce and not properly invested in developing new talent during past downturns. EarthStream aims to help companies address this issue by recruiting skilled workers globally, including establishing a permanent presence in remote locations to satisfy client and employee needs. The document discusses EarthStream's operations and leaders in different regions and how costs for recruitment vary in different markets.
The document provides a summary of Mohammed Ahmed Dawood's skills and experience. It lists his contact information and nationality as Sudanese born in 1990. His experience includes working as a Field Engineer for MACLEASE HYUNDAI Heavy Industries from 2015 to present, maintaining heavy equipment like excavators and loaders. Prior to that, from 2014 to 2015, he worked for Heavy Tech Co. maintaining and supporting heavy equipment from manufacturers like CAT, JCB, and Komatsu. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Blue Nile in 2014.
Civil Engineering is all about providing easy living and safe shelter to humans. It provides a wide range of career opportunities with future challenges which can include the development of airports, offshore oil platforms, bridges, roads, railways, waste collection and treatment systems, and water supply systems.
For more visit: https://www.acem.edu.in/
The ARTBA Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) promotes transportation infrastructure research, education, and public awareness. It executes a comprehensive program to educate the public and leaders on the benefits of transportation investments. The Foundation offers professional development programs for industry executives on topics like project management, scheduling, and safety. It also sponsors scholarships, awards, and economic reports. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees and staff work to advance its mission.
This document is a business plan presentation for a proposed taxi service called RightCab Berhad. The plan outlines the business background such as the location of the headquarters in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. It analyzes the market potential and competitors. The marketing strategies proposed include fixed fares without GST, free WiFi and drinks, and an app for instant tracking and booking. The financial plan projects sales increasing from RM400k in 2015 to RM2 million in 2017 with corresponding increases in expenses and profits over the years.
With conditions in the developed markets of Europe and North America likely to remain weak in the near term, business is increasingly looking to Asia for growth. Growth will not be uniform across sectors or even within them. Which subsectors will see the most dynamic growth? And what will drive it? Exports? Domestic sales? Technology? Innovation? Rising consumer incomes? What should companies be thinking about as they plan their Asia strategies for the next five to ten years?
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), sponsored by InvestKL, developed the “industry dynamism” barometer to measure the resilience and growth potential of six industry sectors across Asia.
The document outlines a self-assessment tool for organizational sustainability with 6 sections scored from 0-3: 1) financial practices, 2) fund development, 3) strategic thinking and planning, 4) capacity to innovate, 5) leadership and governance, and 6) community collaboration. Each section contains criteria for evaluating an organization's sustainability efforts in that area, with 0 representing no efforts and 3 representing excellent, metrics-driven efforts. The tool is intended to help non-profits assess their financial sustainability.
Este documento describe las principales amenazas externas a la seguridad informática como programas maliciosos (Troyanos, Spyware, Adware, Hijackers y Keyloggers), y cómo detectarlas y corregirlas. Para detectarlas, se recomienda el uso de software de detección de intrusiones y soluciones de seguridad integrales. Para corregirlas, los usuarios deben comunicarse con el departamento de seguridad de la empresa, mientras que los técnicos deben notificar al administrador para prevenir daños a la red de la organización.
Digital Ethics : Helping your brain to make decisions online Year of the X
The document discusses how behavioral economics and cognitive biases influence decision-making. It notes there are two systems in the brain - System 1 is fast, automatic and emotional, while System 2 is slow, controlled and rational. Many decisions are driven by System 1. It outlines several cognitive biases like anchoring bias and status quo bias that can derail decisions. The document advocates increasing self-awareness of biases, regulating emotions, and designing systems and environments to counteract biases. It argues this is important for business strategy, customer interactions, and ethics in the digital world, where biases may be exploited without awareness.
Drive Oregon Event: Connected Cars: The Future of TransportationForth
Drive Oregon's September 2013 event featured Dr. Robert Bertini speaking on the the benefits of "connected car" technology.
In December 2012, Governor Kitzhaber released the 10 Year Energy Plan, a bold roadmap forward aimed at reducing our state’s energy usage. Improving and expanding our state’s intelligent transportation system, which relies on “smart” or “connected” technology, was included in the plan as an integral step toward increasing the efficiency and safety of our roads.
Dr. Bertini's presentation gives a great overview of what the future of Oregon's roads will probably look like!
This document discusses the current and future uses of drone transportation. It outlines that drones are powered aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, and can carry lethal or nonlethal payloads. Currently, drones are used widely in the military, and their use is growing in other fields like transportation, medical assistance, and scientific research. The document predicts that drone use will continue expanding in the coming years, and it's possible that in the near future, people may commonly travel using pilotless drones and drones will be more integrated into everyday life.
Perspectives on the Future of Transportation and Sustainability: The Importa...John Thornton
The document discusses the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) and Oregon's role in the emerging EV industry. EVs can help address issues like air quality, land use, population growth and fuel prices. They use electricity as a flexible energy source that can come from renewable resources, reducing emissions over time. Oregon is well positioned in the EV market as an early adopter of advanced transportation technologies. The presentation outlines the benefits of EVs and barriers to widespread adoption that new technologies and infrastructure may help address.
Freight transportation in the future - Some indicationsPer Olof Arnäs
This presentation highlights some of the notable trends and developments that are affecting transportation (freight) and logistics. The areas covered are digitalization, automation, "new" transport modes, sharing economy, real-time data driven decision making, block chain technology and servitization. Any and/or all of these may have profound impact on freight transport.
Transportation of the future is coming sooner than we think. Teleportation, movable platforms, driver-less cars, and jet-packs are almost here. This presentation will help you to understand the importance of future transportation.
A national survey of 800 registered voters was conducted in February-March 2010 regarding transportation issues. The key findings were:
1) There was strong support for the idea that both the US and individual communities would benefit from expanded and improved public transportation like rail and buses.
2) While most voters felt they had no choice but to drive, a majority would prefer less time in cars and more transportation options.
3) Availability, not cost, was cited as the main barrier for those not using public transportation.
4) Rail was seen as the type of transportation most neglected in federal priorities.
5) Improving public transportation was preferred over building more roads to reduce congestion.
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The future of transportation briony haectenMark McGinley
The document discusses the future of transportation. It notes that transportation currently poses environmental concerns such as pollution, climate change, and health hazards. It then outlines options for improving transportation such as intelligent transportation systems, alternative fuels like biodiesel and electricity, and alternative modes of transportation including high-speed rail, electric vehicles, and telecommuting. Finally, it discusses current developments in electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles and their advantages like lower costs and emissions but also limitations like battery life and lack of infrastructure.
Hyperloop is the new mode of transportation after air, water, rails and roads. It could be a realistic high speed as well as economical way of transportation apart from a fantasized means of transportation called the "teleportation".
The document discusses the air car, a vehicle that runs on compressed air. It stores approximately 90 cubic meters of compressed air in carbon fiber tanks. When the air is released, it pushes the pistons and powers the motor. This provides a zero emissions option for transportation. Some benefits are no pollution, low refueling costs, and not relying on hazardous fuels. Challenges include a limited driving range due to the air tanks heating up and losing pressure over time. However, it could help reduce emissions and fuel costs in the future.
This document discusses the implementation of an Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) in Noida, India. It provides an overview of ITS and its benefits, as well as the current traffic issues in Noida that an ITS could help address, such as congestion. The proposed ITS implementation would include technologies to manage vehicular traffic flow, such as an automatic vehicle location system to track public buses, as well as an enforced flyover to reduce congestion at specific intersections during peak traffic hours.
The document discusses Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). ITS uses information and communication technologies to improve transportation outcomes like safety, productivity, travel reliability and more. Key ITS technologies discussed include wireless communications, computational technologies, floating car data collection, inductive loop detection, and video vehicle detection. Example ITS applications mentioned are emergency vehicle notification, automatic road enforcement, variable speed limits, collision avoidance systems, and dynamic traffic light sequencing.
The document provides a summary of Mohammed Ahmed Dawood's skills and experience. It lists his contact information and nationality as Sudanese born in 1990. His experience includes working as a Field Engineer for MACLEASE HYUNDAI Heavy Industries from 2015 to present, maintaining heavy equipment like excavators and loaders. Prior to that, from 2014 to 2015, he worked for Heavy Tech Co. maintaining and supporting heavy equipment from manufacturers like CAT, JCB, and Komatsu. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Blue Nile in 2014.
Civil Engineering is all about providing easy living and safe shelter to humans. It provides a wide range of career opportunities with future challenges which can include the development of airports, offshore oil platforms, bridges, roads, railways, waste collection and treatment systems, and water supply systems.
For more visit: https://www.acem.edu.in/
The ARTBA Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) promotes transportation infrastructure research, education, and public awareness. It executes a comprehensive program to educate the public and leaders on the benefits of transportation investments. The Foundation offers professional development programs for industry executives on topics like project management, scheduling, and safety. It also sponsors scholarships, awards, and economic reports. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees and staff work to advance its mission.
This document is a business plan presentation for a proposed taxi service called RightCab Berhad. The plan outlines the business background such as the location of the headquarters in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. It analyzes the market potential and competitors. The marketing strategies proposed include fixed fares without GST, free WiFi and drinks, and an app for instant tracking and booking. The financial plan projects sales increasing from RM400k in 2015 to RM2 million in 2017 with corresponding increases in expenses and profits over the years.
With conditions in the developed markets of Europe and North America likely to remain weak in the near term, business is increasingly looking to Asia for growth. Growth will not be uniform across sectors or even within them. Which subsectors will see the most dynamic growth? And what will drive it? Exports? Domestic sales? Technology? Innovation? Rising consumer incomes? What should companies be thinking about as they plan their Asia strategies for the next five to ten years?
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), sponsored by InvestKL, developed the “industry dynamism” barometer to measure the resilience and growth potential of six industry sectors across Asia.
The document outlines a self-assessment tool for organizational sustainability with 6 sections scored from 0-3: 1) financial practices, 2) fund development, 3) strategic thinking and planning, 4) capacity to innovate, 5) leadership and governance, and 6) community collaboration. Each section contains criteria for evaluating an organization's sustainability efforts in that area, with 0 representing no efforts and 3 representing excellent, metrics-driven efforts. The tool is intended to help non-profits assess their financial sustainability.
Este documento describe las principales amenazas externas a la seguridad informática como programas maliciosos (Troyanos, Spyware, Adware, Hijackers y Keyloggers), y cómo detectarlas y corregirlas. Para detectarlas, se recomienda el uso de software de detección de intrusiones y soluciones de seguridad integrales. Para corregirlas, los usuarios deben comunicarse con el departamento de seguridad de la empresa, mientras que los técnicos deben notificar al administrador para prevenir daños a la red de la organización.
Digital Ethics : Helping your brain to make decisions online Year of the X
The document discusses how behavioral economics and cognitive biases influence decision-making. It notes there are two systems in the brain - System 1 is fast, automatic and emotional, while System 2 is slow, controlled and rational. Many decisions are driven by System 1. It outlines several cognitive biases like anchoring bias and status quo bias that can derail decisions. The document advocates increasing self-awareness of biases, regulating emotions, and designing systems and environments to counteract biases. It argues this is important for business strategy, customer interactions, and ethics in the digital world, where biases may be exploited without awareness.
Drive Oregon Event: Connected Cars: The Future of TransportationForth
Drive Oregon's September 2013 event featured Dr. Robert Bertini speaking on the the benefits of "connected car" technology.
In December 2012, Governor Kitzhaber released the 10 Year Energy Plan, a bold roadmap forward aimed at reducing our state’s energy usage. Improving and expanding our state’s intelligent transportation system, which relies on “smart” or “connected” technology, was included in the plan as an integral step toward increasing the efficiency and safety of our roads.
Dr. Bertini's presentation gives a great overview of what the future of Oregon's roads will probably look like!
This document discusses the current and future uses of drone transportation. It outlines that drones are powered aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, and can carry lethal or nonlethal payloads. Currently, drones are used widely in the military, and their use is growing in other fields like transportation, medical assistance, and scientific research. The document predicts that drone use will continue expanding in the coming years, and it's possible that in the near future, people may commonly travel using pilotless drones and drones will be more integrated into everyday life.
Perspectives on the Future of Transportation and Sustainability: The Importa...John Thornton
The document discusses the benefits of electric vehicles (EVs) and Oregon's role in the emerging EV industry. EVs can help address issues like air quality, land use, population growth and fuel prices. They use electricity as a flexible energy source that can come from renewable resources, reducing emissions over time. Oregon is well positioned in the EV market as an early adopter of advanced transportation technologies. The presentation outlines the benefits of EVs and barriers to widespread adoption that new technologies and infrastructure may help address.
Freight transportation in the future - Some indicationsPer Olof Arnäs
This presentation highlights some of the notable trends and developments that are affecting transportation (freight) and logistics. The areas covered are digitalization, automation, "new" transport modes, sharing economy, real-time data driven decision making, block chain technology and servitization. Any and/or all of these may have profound impact on freight transport.
Transportation of the future is coming sooner than we think. Teleportation, movable platforms, driver-less cars, and jet-packs are almost here. This presentation will help you to understand the importance of future transportation.
A national survey of 800 registered voters was conducted in February-March 2010 regarding transportation issues. The key findings were:
1) There was strong support for the idea that both the US and individual communities would benefit from expanded and improved public transportation like rail and buses.
2) While most voters felt they had no choice but to drive, a majority would prefer less time in cars and more transportation options.
3) Availability, not cost, was cited as the main barrier for those not using public transportation.
4) Rail was seen as the type of transportation most neglected in federal priorities.
5) Improving public transportation was preferred over building more roads to reduce congestion.
6
The future of transportation briony haectenMark McGinley
The document discusses the future of transportation. It notes that transportation currently poses environmental concerns such as pollution, climate change, and health hazards. It then outlines options for improving transportation such as intelligent transportation systems, alternative fuels like biodiesel and electricity, and alternative modes of transportation including high-speed rail, electric vehicles, and telecommuting. Finally, it discusses current developments in electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles and their advantages like lower costs and emissions but also limitations like battery life and lack of infrastructure.
Hyperloop is the new mode of transportation after air, water, rails and roads. It could be a realistic high speed as well as economical way of transportation apart from a fantasized means of transportation called the "teleportation".
The document discusses the air car, a vehicle that runs on compressed air. It stores approximately 90 cubic meters of compressed air in carbon fiber tanks. When the air is released, it pushes the pistons and powers the motor. This provides a zero emissions option for transportation. Some benefits are no pollution, low refueling costs, and not relying on hazardous fuels. Challenges include a limited driving range due to the air tanks heating up and losing pressure over time. However, it could help reduce emissions and fuel costs in the future.
This document discusses the implementation of an Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) in Noida, India. It provides an overview of ITS and its benefits, as well as the current traffic issues in Noida that an ITS could help address, such as congestion. The proposed ITS implementation would include technologies to manage vehicular traffic flow, such as an automatic vehicle location system to track public buses, as well as an enforced flyover to reduce congestion at specific intersections during peak traffic hours.
The document discusses Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). ITS uses information and communication technologies to improve transportation outcomes like safety, productivity, travel reliability and more. Key ITS technologies discussed include wireless communications, computational technologies, floating car data collection, inductive loop detection, and video vehicle detection. Example ITS applications mentioned are emergency vehicle notification, automatic road enforcement, variable speed limits, collision avoidance systems, and dynamic traffic light sequencing.
Tesla designs and sells high performance electric vehicles. It aims to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy through highly efficient electric vehicles. Tesla brings together automotive and technology to produce beautiful, exciting electric cars with the most efficient production. Its key technology is the 100% electric powertrain. Strategic goals include achieving high Model S production and partnering with other automakers. Competitors include BMW, Daimler, Toyota and GM. Tesla has competitive advantages through its low battery pack costs and proprietary technology. Political and environmental factors like government incentives and climate change awareness support electric vehicles.
Vision plan spur 11.30 presentation - hiresAdina Levin
The document discusses a vision and recommendations for improving transportation in the Caltrain Corridor. The vision is for an integrated highway, rail, and ferry system with increased capacity. Recommendations include electrifying Caltrain to increase capacity and reliability, managing Highway 101 lanes as high-occupancy toll lanes, expanding ferry services, improving rail stations and first/last mile connections, and governing the corridor in an integrated way. The vision is estimated to cost $16-21 billion over 20 years. Funding strategies include regional sales taxes, parcel taxes, and public-private partnerships. Next steps include policy agreements, advocating for funding, and improving current rail service.
The document discusses the origins and history of the People's Transportation Plan (PTP) and the Citizens Independent Transportation Trust in Miami-Dade County. It provides an overview of the trust, historical surtax collections, use of surtax funds, PTP amendments, and major projects funded by the surtax. It also outlines transportation trust initiatives like advocacy and strategic planning. The presentation concludes by discussing the need for a new funding paradigm using innovative funding sources and partnerships to support future transit projects.
This document discusses plans to expand and improve public transit corridors in Miami-Dade County. It outlines 7 rapid transit corridors that have been proposed or are currently in development, including projects to extend the metro rail, implement bus rapid transit and commuter rail lines. Over $6 billion has been invested or estimated for expanding these corridors. The document provides details on the proposed routes, estimated costs and current status of planning and development for each corridor.
The document discusses the future workforce needs of the transportation industry. It notes that the transportation industry is projected to add over 400,000 new jobs from 2012 to 2022, with growth across various transportation sectors such as trucking, transit, and rail. There is also a need to replace over 4 million workers who will retire or leave their jobs during that period. Many of the new jobs will be in skilled trades and maintenance fields. The document encourages students to pursue careers in the transportation industry, where salaries are above average and opportunities for innovation abound.
This document summarizes the opening of a new Transportation Center at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, Texas. It discusses how the center will train students for good-paying jobs in transportation industries like automotive and help address future workforce shortages. It also promotes President Obama's American Jobs Act which includes investments in school infrastructure and community colleges that could help create jobs and support economic growth.
This document analyzes Alameda County's transportation systems, how they are funded, their role in supporting economic growth, and needed changes to ensure future prosperity. It finds that Alameda County is a critical hub for moving goods and people in the Bay Area, serving over 600,000 jobs and connecting diverse communities. However, growing populations and trade require upgrades to aging infrastructure. Alameda County's proposed 2014 Transportation Expenditure Plan would invest $8 billion over 30 years to expand and improve transit services, provide traffic relief, support freight and economic development, and create bike/pedestrian paths, generating over 150,000 jobs and $20 billion in economic activity for the region. Efficient transportation is key to regional
This document analyzes Alameda County's transportation systems, how they are funded, their role in supporting economic growth, and needed changes to ensure future prosperity. It finds that Alameda County is a critical hub for movement of goods and people in the Bay Area, serving over 600,000 jobs and connecting diverse communities. However, growing populations and trade require upgrades to aging transportation infrastructure. Alameda County's proposed 2014 Transportation Expenditure Plan would invest $8 billion over 30 years to expand and improve transit services, provide traffic relief, support freight and economic development, and create bike/pedestrian paths, generating over 150,000 jobs and $20 billion in economic activity for the region. Advanced transportation systems are key
Chapter 1 & 2 Traffic and Highway EngineeringFayaz Rashid
This document discusses the importance of transportation and provides an overview of transportation history and employment opportunities. It covers key topics such as:
- Transportation plays a significant role in economic development and growth. Countries with advanced transportation systems are industry and commerce leaders.
- U.S. transportation history from foot/horseback travel to the development of roads, canals, railroads, automobiles, highways, and air transport.
- Specialties within transportation infrastructure engineering include planning, design, construction, traffic operations/management, and maintenance. Transportation engineers face challenges meeting public expectations for efficiency, safety, and timely project completion.
Public Transportation And New DevelopmentsSandra Ahn
The document discusses public transportation in Columbus, Ohio and efforts to improve the system. It notes that the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) hired experts in 2013 to review and evaluate bus routes. Between 2014-2015, COTA implemented changes to the system based on public feedback, with most major changes occurring in May 2017. This included additional public meetings to gather comments on the revisions.
Dr. kim jraiw the economics of rail and metro developmentimadhammoud
The Economics of Rail and Metro Development discusses the importance of cities and efficient transport systems. Cities are integral to economic growth but also face challenges like congestion, accidents, and pollution. A sustainable transport system is needed to support economic development, enhance quality of life, and ensure safety. Public transport like rail and metro can help achieve these goals when integrated, high-capacity, and provide fast, convenient service. Successful systems require long-term strategic planning and adequate funding.
This document discusses opportunities for regions to leverage freight corridors and gateways for economic development. It outlines how freight and logistics can benefit all industries and jobs. Regions should identify multimodal infrastructure to integrate ports, rail, highways for "integrated logistics centers" near population centers. Screening factors to identify potential development sites include parcel size and assembly challenges, economic recruitment potential, and costs. The document examines scenarios for inland rail development and an intermodal site screening framework to maximize freight and business opportunities.
The document summarizes Seattle's Freight Master Plan. It discusses the need for the plan due to Seattle's growing population and economy which will require more goods delivery. It outlines the plan's goals of supporting the economy, improving mobility, safety, equity and the environment. It describes how freight currently moves in Seattle and future trends like increased online shopping. It also discusses the plan's freight network designations and proposed projects and strategies to achieve the plan's goals.
Summary of input gained from the first rounds of committee meetings and public meetings (July-September 2012) for the 2040 Regional Transportation Plan.
This document summarizes the key points of India's National Urban Transport Policy. It discusses the objectives of improving urban mobility and accessibility while reducing traffic congestion, pollution, and road accidents. It emphasizes the need for integrated land use and transport planning and allocating more road space to public transport and non-motorized modes. The policy also aims to encourage the use of public transport through investments in rail-based mass transit systems and establishing regulatory authorities for public transport fares. Financial support from the central government is outlined for developing transport infrastructure projects.
Roads carry 85% of passenger traffic in India but are congested and of poor quality, while rail networks face capacity constraints. Transportation challenges also include road accidents, inefficient ports, and poor rural connectivity. The government is taking steps like increasing funding, developing national highways, and promoting electric vehicles and green transportation. Moving forward, India needs intelligent transportation systems, green awareness campaigns, and to prioritize public transport sustainability, equity and resilience through strategies like expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and positioning as a green mobility manufacturing hub.
Roads carry 85% of passenger traffic in India but are congested and of poor quality, while rail networks face capacity constraints. Transportation challenges also include road accidents, inefficient ports, and poor rural connectivity. The government is taking steps like increasing funding, developing national highways, and promoting electric vehicles and green transportation. Moving forward, India needs intelligent transportation systems, awareness of green habits, and to focus on resilience, equity, and sustainability in developing transportation that supports economic growth while reducing emissions.
2011 National ITS Update - 2 25-11 public versionraymurphy9533
The 2011 National ITS Update is a hilevel overview by Ray Murphy of US DOT/FHWA major ITS Initiatives - including the Five Year ITS Strategic Research Plan (2010 – 2014) Major ITS Initiatives such as Applications for the Environment: Real-Time Information Synthesis (AERIS), the Clarus Initiative, the Vehicle Data Translator (VDT), the Integrated Mobile Observing (IMO) Project, and the Connected Vehicle Initiative.
Infrastructure plays a key role in economic development by enhancing productivity and reducing costs. It includes transportation, communications, water, power and public institutions. Major infrastructure projects in India include expanding power generation to 400,000 MW by 2022, growing oil and gas reserves, and increasing telecom subscribers. Strong infrastructure is essential for India to sustain high growth rates and become a large global economy.
Two-way GO train service between Toronto, Guelph, and Waterloo Region would create a globally competitive innovation supercluster comparable to Silicon Valley. It would connect the large talent pools and technology companies in these regions, supporting over 12,800 technology companies and 205,000 technology jobs. This investment is estimated to generate 37,600 new jobs and $838 million annually in personal income tax. It would leverage the regional strengths in innovation to attract investment and talent on a global scale.
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This document provides guidance on customizing one's education in graduate school. It recommends that students:
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3) Meet with an advisor to discuss next steps based on where they are in the program and ensure their portfolio provides evidence of the skills and experiences needed for their desired career. The goal is to customize an education that prepares students for their targeted field.
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In this talk, Dr. Haitao Li will introduce the food supply chain configuration problem (FSCCP) to optimize the tactical-level mode selection and inventory positioning decisions for a general multi-echelon food supply chain. Computational studies show that the optimal FSCCP solutions significantly outperform two heuristic solutions that focus solely on cost or quality. Managerial insights are obtained on the impacts of key input parameters on the optimal configuration and performance metrics.
Each summer, MATC interns work with transportation professionals to provide themselves with experiences that will assist them when they enter the field of transportation research. Madison Vater spent this summer working with Alfred Benesch & Company. This presentation summarizes her experience during her internship
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Electric vehicle and photovoltaic advanced roles in enhancing the financial p...IJECEIAES
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The rivalry between prominent international actors for dominance over Central Asia's hydrocarbon
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### How TDM Works
1. **Time Slots Allocation**: The core principle of TDM is to assign distinct time slots to each signal. During each time slot, the respective signal is transmitted, and then the process repeats cyclically. For example, if there are four signals to be transmitted, the TDM cycle will divide time into four slots, each assigned to one signal.
2. **Synchronization**: Synchronization is crucial in TDM systems to ensure that the signals are correctly aligned with their respective time slots. Both the transmitter and receiver must be synchronized to avoid any overlap or loss of data. This synchronization is typically maintained by a clock signal that ensures time slots are accurately aligned.
3. **Frame Structure**: TDM data is organized into frames, where each frame consists of a set of time slots. Each frame is repeated at regular intervals, ensuring continuous transmission of data streams. The frame structure helps in managing the data streams and maintaining the synchronization between the transmitter and receiver.
4. **Multiplexer and Demultiplexer**: At the transmitting end, a multiplexer combines multiple input signals into a single composite signal by assigning each signal to a specific time slot. At the receiving end, a demultiplexer separates the composite signal back into individual signals based on their respective time slots.
### Types of TDM
1. **Synchronous TDM**: In synchronous TDM, time slots are pre-assigned to each signal, regardless of whether the signal has data to transmit or not. This can lead to inefficiencies if some time slots remain empty due to the absence of data.
2. **Asynchronous TDM (or Statistical TDM)**: Asynchronous TDM addresses the inefficiencies of synchronous TDM by allocating time slots dynamically based on the presence of data. Time slots are assigned only when there is data to transmit, which optimizes the use of the communication channel.
### Applications of TDM
- **Telecommunications**: TDM is extensively used in telecommunication systems, such as in T1 and E1 lines, where multiple telephone calls are transmitted over a single line by assigning each call to a specific time slot.
- **Digital Audio and Video Broadcasting**: TDM is used in broadcasting systems to transmit multiple audio or video streams over a single channel, ensuring efficient use of bandwidth.
- **Computer Networks**: TDM is used in network protocols and systems to manage the transmission of data from multiple sources over a single network medium.
### Advantages of TDM
- **Efficient Use of Bandwidth**: TDM all
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5. PRESENTATION OUTLINE
INTRODUCTION
100 YEARS: EVOLUTION OF TRANSPORTATION WORKFORCE
HISTORIC COLLABORATION: U.S. SECRETARY OF LABOR, U.S.
SECRETARY OF EDUCATION, U.S. SECRETARY OF
TRANSPORTATION
JOINT REPORT OVERVIEW: STRENGTHENING SKILLS TRAINING
AND CAREER PATHWAYS ACROSS THE TRANSPORTATION
INDUSTRY
POSITIONING FOR SUCCESS
QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD
6. TRANSPORTATION WORKFORCE: 100
YEARS AGO
1915 - 2015• Transportation Industry provided jobs for early
19th century Americans
• Successful cities had a skilled and semi-skilled
workforce that was able to design and construct a
network of transportation systems to move goods,
services, and people.
• Jobs included: Road building, Railway operations,
Streetcar operations, Car assembly lines,
Maritime operators
• And Jitney Drivers!
14. Statesboro Downtown
Streetscape- Phase 1
SCOPE: Streetscape which
includes sidewalks, curb and
gutter, drainage structures,
pedestrian lighting,
handicap access ramps,
benches, trash receptacles,
tree wells, landscape
islands, shrubs and an
irrigation system.
CONSTRUCTION COST:
$952,074
PROJECT SIZE: 1,500 Linear
Feet
UNIT COST: $635/LF
CONSTRUCTION STARTED:
04/03/09
PROJECT COMPLETED:
10/01/10
17. Careers in the transportation industry can lift Americans into
the middle or help them stay there, and this report concludes
that there will be more job opportunities in the near future.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx
Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
18.
19. In today’s society, it is important that all our students are well-
equipped with the knowledge and skills to compete in a global
economy.
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan
Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
20. Ensuring that America continues to lead the way in the global
economy means not only investing in the infrastructure that
allows us to move goods and keep up with global demand, but
also the skills infrastructure to support the workforce.
U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez
Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
22. Trucking Transportation
Highway Construction and Maintenance
Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
Rail Transportation
Air Transportation
Maritime
SIX TRANSPORTATION SECTORS
23. Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
GROWTH:
Transportation is projected to add 417,000 jobs from 2012 to
2022 due to industry growth
Between 2012 and 2022, the average employment growth rate of
11 percent across transportation subsectors is similar to that of
the entire economy (10.8%) and of the infrastructure industry
(11%)
The fastest growth will occur on the West Coast, the Gulf Coast,
the upper Mid-Atlantic, several Mountain States, and the
Midwest
The largest number of job openings in transportation including all
six subsectors is projected to be in the following cities: New
York City, Dallas, Los Angeles, Houston, and Chicago
24. Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
RETIREMENT & ATTRITION:
In 2014, approximately 53% of current transportation workforce
are 45 years or older. Transit and Railroad have the higher
percentage of workers over 55 years old
From 2012 to 2022, an additional 4.2 million transportation
workers will need to be hired to fill vacancies created by attrition
Unique scenarios:
In smaller sectors such as railroad and maritime, there may
be significant retirements, but number of job openings are
not large
Trucking has the largest number of projected 2012-2022 job
openings (2 million jobs)
25. Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
SKILLED LABOR SHORTAGE:
The jobs in the greatest demand are semi-skilled and skilled jobs
in operations and maintenance. For every future job in central
services or construction in the transportation industry, there will
be an estimated two jobs in maintenance and operations.
Thirteen out of the top 20 highest demand transportation jobs
pay above the median wage.
Preliminary analysis indicates that projected annual job openings
are 68% larger than the number of students who are completing
related educational programs, such as aviation
YOU ARE IN DEMAND!
26. 42%
20%
15%
12%
7% 4%
2014 Share of Current
Industry Employment
Trucking
Transit
Air
Highway
Rail
Maritime
• In 2014, the six subsectors
in the transportation
industry: 4 million
employees
• With 1.7 million currently
employed, Trucking has the
largest share. Transit and
Ground Passenger
Transportation follows with
20% share of the total
817,000 employees
28. Degree Required Master's degree
Education Field of
Study
Civil engineering with specialty such as: construction, water & coastal, computing
systems, geotechnology, geoenvironmental
Key Skills Engineering design, project management, technical problem-solving, budgeting
Licensure
Required License required for engineers who work directly with the public
Job Growth (2012-
2022) 20%*
Average Salary
(2013) $85,640*
32. Strengthening Skill Training and Career Pathways
across the Transportation Industry
SUMMARY OF CONCLUSIONS:
The transportation industry is projected to add 417,000 jobs
from 2012 to 2022 due to industry growth.
The new transportation workforce will have the opportunity to
be a part of cutting edge innovations in the transportation
industry
Well above median pay can be expected for many jobs within the
industry; advance degrees increase the pay scales
YOU ARE IN DEMAND!.....Carpe diem (Seize the Day!)
Wal-Mart Stores Inc applied Monday to U.S. regulators for permission to test drones for home delivery, curbside pickup and checking warehouse inventories, a sign it plans to go head-to-head with Amazon in using drones to fill and deliver online orders.
The world's largest retailer by revenue has for several months been conducting indoor tests of small unmanned aircraft systems – the term regulators use for drones - and is now seeking for the first time to test the machines outdoors. It plans to use drones manufactured by China's SZ DJI Technology Co Ltd.
In addition to having drones take inventory of trailers outside its warehouses and perform other tasks aimed at making its distribution system more efficient, Wal-Mart is asking the Federal Aviation Administration for permission to research drone use in "deliveries to customers at Walmart facilities, as well as to consumer homes," according to a copy of the application
The move comes as Amazon.com Inc, Google and other companies test drones in the expectation that the FAA will soon establish rules for their widespread commercial use. FAA Deputy Administrator Michael Whitaker said in June that the agency expected to finalize regulations within the next 12 months, faster than previously planned. Commercial drone use is currently illegal, though companies can apply for exemptions.
The FAA will review Wal-Mart's petition to determine whether it is similar enough to earlier successful applications to be fast-tracked, or whether it would set a precedent for exemptions, requiring regulators to conduct a detailed risk analysis and seek public comment, agency spokesman Les Dorr said. The FAA normally aims to respond to such petitions in 120 days.Amazon has said it would be ready to begin delivering packages to customers via drones as soon as federal rules allow.
Wal-Mart spokesman Dan Toporek said the company would move quickly to deploy drones depending on its tests and regulations.
In the FAA application, Wal-Mart said it wanted to test drones for taking stock of trailers and other items in the parking lot of a warehouse using electronic tagging and other methods.
Wal-Mart also said it wants to test home delivery in small residential neighborhoods after obtaining permission from those living in the flight path. The test would see if a drone could be deployed from a truck "to safely deliver a package at a home and then return safely to the same," the application says.
To date the FAA has approved more than 2,100 exemptions allowing for commercial drone testing and use.
Jitneys & Uber – Been There; Done That
We didn’t have the app-based taxi company called Uber 100 years ago, but we did have a similar alternative transport system called the jitney that was just as convenient – and just as controversial.
You’ve heard of a quarter being called “two bits,” but you probably never heard a nickel called a “jitney.” The origin of that term is obscure, but it was commonly used, especially 100 years ago when there were still things around that cost five cents – like, for example, a ride on a streetcar. And a nickel, or jitney, also bought you a ride in a private car – often a Ford Model T touring car – driven by its owner who wanted to use his/her vehicle to make some extra money. Sounds like Uber, eh?
The first jitneys in 1915 were often Ford Model T touring cars driven by the car’s owner.
Streetcar companies complained because the jitneys often drove one block ahead of the slower streetcar and picked off potential customers. There was concern about the city losing money because streetcar companies paid two percent of their gross income to the City of Santa Barbara. The City Council was considering requiring jitney licenses of $50 to $75 per year to recoup its losses.
Santa Barbara’s streetcar companies said that jitneys were causing them, and the city, to lose money. (Image: courtesy of Neal Graffy)
Santa Barbaran Alfred A. Lloyd operated a fleet of 10 automobiles that charged 25 cents for rides from Santa Barbara to Montecito or 50 cents to Carpinteria. Lloyd charged more than the average jitney, but he covered larger distances, and his motto was, “First-class Service for First-class People.” Lloyd’s cars were not driven by wimps either, “We do not lay cars off when it rains. We make no bluff and are here to stay. Our cars run every hour rain or shine. If you want real service, phone 1005.” (Like Uber, jitneys could be summoned by phone.)
This attitude began to change in the 1890s, when the bicycle revived interest in roads. New Jersey, in 1891, became the first state to adopt a "state-aid" plan, under which a state appropriates funds to be made available to its counties for road improvements. The federal government created the Office of Road Inquiry in 1893, under Stone, to advise state and local officials on the best methods of improving their roads.
Early in the 20th century, Stone's successor, Martin Dodge, began advocating a similar concept of "federal aid" to the states. Dodge's assistant, M.O. Eldridge, drafted a federal-aid bill, which was introduced to Congress in December 1902 by Rep. Walter P. Brownlow of Tennessee. The bill would create a Bureau of Public Roads to administer $20 million a year in federal aid. Grants would be made to any state or county that agreed to pay 50 percent of the road construction cost. The federal government would prepare the plans and specifications for the roads, but the state or county would administer and supervise the contracts.
This cartoon was originally published in Better Roads and Street magazine in September, 1916.The Brownlow bill was not actively considered by Congress. Many members of Congress were not convinced the federal government had the constitutional authority to enact such a program. Others questioned the wisdom of embarking on a program that would be a constant drain on the treasury. Over the next decade, many other good-roads bills were introduced, but like the Brownlow bill, they were routinely assigned to committee and promptly forgotten.
Several factors gradually altered the reluctance to consider the federal-aid concept. First, the growing involvement of farmers in the good-roads movement reinforced the importance of roads in everyday life. Farmers who initially resisted being taxed to pay for good roads so wealthy city "peacocks" could ride their bicycles became enthusiastic advocates of good roads with the introduction of Rural Free Delivery (RFD), which depended on the existence of passable roads for home delivery of mail.
Second, the rise of the automobile in the early 20th century altered the picture, particularly after 1908, when Henry Ford introduced the low-priced Model T that the average person - not just the wealthy - could afford. The growing power of motorists was reflected in the American Automobile Association (AAA), which became one of the strongest backers of federal action on roads.
Third, the Supreme Court settled the constitutional question. In a 1907 case, Wilson v. Shaw, Justice David Brewer wrote that Congress had the power "to construct interstate highways" under the constitutional right to regulate interstate commerce.
Fourth, the founding of the American Association of State Highway Officials (AASHO) in December 1914 gave the states an effective voice for advocating a national road improvement program.
And finally, the right man appeared on the scene. He was Logan Waller Page, who, in 1905, became director of the Office of Public Roads (OPR). Page was a scientist who embodied the growing Progressive Era (1900-1920) spirit of his times. He believed that scientific experts could best address the nation's road problems by applying apolitical judgment, based on irrefutable data, free of political taint and corrupt influence.
Page was a bitter foe of what he described in 1911 as "the cheap charlatanism of the professional promoter and the bungling efforts of the well-meaning but uninformed citizen." Throughout his tenure, while building the OPR into the national leader in the science of road building, Page exhibited prickly impatience with those who failed to live up to his standards.
In 1912, the growing need for an increased federal role was reflected in passage by the House of Representatives of a good-roads bill by a vote of 240 to 86. Introduced by Rep. Dorsey W. Shackleford of Missouri, the bill proposed a $25 million rental plan whereby the federal government would make a "rental" payment to the counties for the use of roads for mail delivery. The payments would then be used for road improvements that would help get farmers out of the mud.
The Senate failed to adopt the rental plan, in part because of the opposition of AAA and other motorist groups. As AAA saw it, a national road program should proceed, as railroad development had, by first building the most important lines, the long-distance arteries of commerce.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) (Pub.L. 111–5), commonly referred to as the Stimulus or The Recovery Act, was a stimulus package enacted by the 111th United States Congress in February 2009 and signed into law on February 17, 2009, by President Barack Obama.
To respond to the Great Recession, the primary objective for ARRA was to save and create jobs almost immediately. Secondary objectives were to provide temporary relief programs for those most affected by the recession and invest in infrastructure, education, health, and renewable energy. The approximate cost of the economic stimulus package was estimated to be $787 billion at the time of passage, later revised to $831 billion between 2009 and 2019.[1] The Act included direct spending in infrastructure, education, health, and energy, federal tax incentives, and expansion of unemployment benefits and other social welfare provisions. It also created the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board.
The rationale for ARRA was from Keynesian macroeconomic theory, which argues that, during recessions, the government should offset the decrease in private spending with an increase in public spending in order to save jobs and stop further economic deterioration.
90 TE PROJECTS IN 53 COUNTIES
OVER $27MILLION IN NON-MOTORIZED TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS
In this slide, you can see your industry training at work.
ARRA funding allowed us to place money on “shovel ready” TE projects
Georgia, like many states, has now adopted a COMPLETE STREETS POLICY.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
An “aerotropolis,” a term coined by Dr. John Kasarda at the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, is urban development that emerges around a central airport to connect workers, suppliers, executives and goods.
Many major cities, such as Paris, Seoul, Dubai and Dallas are capitalizing on the economic power of their airports, building on the “aerotropolis” concept.
More than half of all Fortune 500 corporate headquarters are located within 10 miles of a US hub airport.
More than 1,000 firms are located within the aerotropolis at Schiphol Amsterdam Airport.
One company that has chosen the Hartsfield-Jackson area for its new home is Porsche Cars North America. And Joe Folz, Secretary and General Counsel of Porsche Cars North America, will serve as the Aerotropolis Alliance’s first chairman. “We chose the airport area for our new headquarters and our Porsche Experience Center because we believe in the future of the Hartsfield-Jackson area and its importance to the Atlanta region, and because it literally brings the world to our door every day,” said Folz. “We have a tremendous opportunity to build upon the asset of having the world’s busiest airport to pursue development of our own world-class aerotropolis. I am pleased and honored to lead this effort.”
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
• Trucking Transportation (not including warehousing and logistics)
• Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation (including urban transit—privately
and publicly operated2
, charter bus, taxis, interurban and rural bus, and school and
employee transportation)
• Air Transportation (scheduled and nonscheduled air transportation, including
airport operations, aircraft maintenance, and other support activities)
• Highway Construction and Maintenance
• Rail Transportation
• Maritime Transportation (Deep sea, coastal, great lakes, and inland water
transportation, including ports)
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.
GEORGIA STORY: During one of the periods of non-funding in MAP21, a cost saving measure was to reduce the maintainance on roadsides….including not moving the ROW & Medians
The traveling public soon realized how vital maintenance and operations were with the unsightly vegatative growth and in some cases a reduction in site distance (creating safety hazard)
Led to contracts with local governments in some areas for mowing, etc.
The metropolitan layer
reveals that much of the
regional transportation job
growth is driven by growth
in the large metro areas
within those regions.
• The highest job growth in
transportation, including
all six subsectors, will
likely be generated in New
York City, Dallas, Los
Angeles, Houston, and
Chicago between 2012
and 2022, with more than
10,000 new jobs.
• Of the top five metro
areas mentioned above,
Dallas has the highest
concentration and fastest
growth in transportation
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
An “aerotropolis,” a term coined by Dr. John Kasarda at the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, is urban development that emerges around a central airport to connect workers, suppliers, executives and goods.
Many major cities, such as Paris, Seoul, Dubai and Dallas are capitalizing on the economic power of their airports, building on the “aerotropolis” concept.
More than half of all Fortune 500 corporate headquarters are located within 10 miles of a US hub airport.
More than 1,000 firms are located within the aerotropolis at Schiphol Amsterdam Airport.
One company that has chosen the Hartsfield-Jackson area for its new home is Porsche Cars North America. And Joe Folz, Secretary and General Counsel of Porsche Cars North America, will serve as the Aerotropolis Alliance’s first chairman. “We chose the airport area for our new headquarters and our Porsche Experience Center because we believe in the future of the Hartsfield-Jackson area and its importance to the Atlanta region, and because it literally brings the world to our door every day,” said Folz. “We have a tremendous opportunity to build upon the asset of having the world’s busiest airport to pursue development of our own world-class aerotropolis. I am pleased and honored to lead this effort.”
The Transportation industry touches every mode of life.
Communities are reliant upon transportation professionals to help them to live, work, move, and thrive.
Transportation projects enhance the quality of life and community pride.
I would like to conclude with a short video that expresses how much a transportation project meant to one such community.
The U.S. Department of Transportation provides over $51 billion in surface transportation construction funding each year to build, repair, and operate our Nation’s highways, bridges, and public transportation systems.
For every $1 billion in transportation infrastructure investments>>> 13,000 jobs are projected to be created over the next 10 years
Six (6) transportation sectors = hire up to 4.6 million workers—1.2 times the current transportation workforce—in the next decade, due to growth, retirements, & attrition.