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IDOT's Schoeben Named to MTSNAC

Maritime News

US Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx today announced the appointment of 10 new members to the Marine Transportation System National Advisory Council (MTSNAC), including Kevin Schoeben from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). MTSNAC is comprised of 29 members from commercial transportation firms, trade associations, state and local entities, labor organizations, academics and environmental groups. Council […]

Indiana Major Moves 2020

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Indiana Governor Mike Pence has released funding “Major Moves 2020” highway construction program, which will initially invest up to $400 million in the next generation of highway expansion. “Roads mean jobs, and Major Moves 2020 will improve Indiana’s transportation infrastructure to enhance our position as the Crossroads of America,” said Governor Pence. “Major Moves 2020 […]

WisDOT Economic Development and Freight Section Chief

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Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Madison, Wisconsin The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking an Economic Development and Freight Section Chief. This position directs the development of new state strategies to address the growing importance of transportation’s support of the state’s economy. This involves difficult negotiations with high level officials in other agencies, local and […]

Draft Primary Freight Network

Highway News

The US DOT has released the draft Primary Freight Network. This week’s Talking Freight is also devoted to An Overview of the Draft Highway Primary Freight Network. Update: The presentations and a FAQ from this webinar are now available for download (PDF).

National Maritime Strategy Symposium Announced

Events Maritime News

US Department of Transportation Washington, DC January 14-16, 2014 The Maritime Administration (MARAD) invites the public and other Marine Transportation System stakeholders to participate in a discussion intended to develop a robust national maritime strategy. The purpose of this public meeting is to gather ideas for improving the Nation’s cargo opportunities and sealift capacity while […]

Wisconsin Economic Future Study

MAFC News

In June, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) released The Wisconsin Economic Future Study—Statewide and Regional Analysis, prepared by the MPI Group, Inc. The study is a follow-up to a similar analysis published in 2005, and highlights statewide and regional industries that drive economic growth. It also highlights industries closely related to these driver industries, […]

LaHood names NFAC members

MAFC News

On May 30, outgoing USDOT Secretary Ray LaHood named the members of the National Freight Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee is comprised of 47 voting members from outside the Department of Transportation.  The Deputy Secretary and Under Secretary of Transportation for Policy, as well as representatives from other Federal agencies with freight-related obligations will serve […]

New MnDOT Chief Confirmed

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The Mid-America Freight Coalition welcomes Charlie Zelle, who was recently confirmed by Minnesota State Senate as the new Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). For more about Commissioner Zelle, checkout the recent article in the Star Tribune.

Freight Facts and Figures 2012

News Research

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has released a report that summarizes the volume and value of freight flows; the physical network for freight; the economic conditions that generate freight movements; the industry that carries freight; and the safety, energy, and environmental implications of freight transportation. For more information, download the Freight Facts and Figures 2012 […]