Regional Solutions for a Regional Issue
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has published a state rail plan designed to guide freight and passenger rail development for the next 20 years.
This plan aims support a rail system that provides “enhanced mobility for travelers and the efficient movement of goods, while supporting economic development and environmental sustainability.”
For more information, visit the MDOT Rail Plan page, consult the executive summary, or read the entire plan.
We will be in Minneapolis, Augusts 25-27 for our annual meeting in Partnership with MAASTO. Running parallel to the MAASTO agenda, MAFC has created 2 days of freight sessions, networking, and tours. Please join as we learn from fantastic speakers from Amazon, AASHTO, the Federal Reserve, Great Lakes representatives, representatives from Minnesota Freight Advisory Committee, REV […]
All-hazards assessments of major freight corridors in the MAASTO region’ report available at link. A look at all-hazards assessments for nominated multi-state corridors, resources available, mapping of historic hazards, and a hazard ranking system.
Low water levels on the Mississippi River are slowing barge movements. To add to the frustration of the delays, there is an industry wide work force shortage, and the tow’s cost of operation continue and multiple with the delays. Read the article at: https://www.farmprogress.com/harvest/its-disastrous-barge-captain-explains-transportation-woes-shallow-mississippi
