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UK's High-Speed Rail Program Drives Innovations

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Robotic arms for tunnel-boring machines, concrete reinforcement made of old wind turbine blades and machine learning to reduce concrete waste are among innovations emerging from the $16.7-billion ’s London to Birmingham high-speed railroad. billion civil construction program for the U.K.’s

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Steuben County Economic Development Corporation | Indiana

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Steuben County is a vibrant, innovative community perfectly located in the Midwest. Highways, Railroad and Airport assure excellent connections. Trine University is an asset for businesses, entrepreneurial ideas and growth activities.

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September/October 2015 Issue (Volume 48, Number 5)

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Innovation Hubs: Inventing the Future | Seven of nine planned federally funded national manufacturing innovation institutes are getting a head start on tomorrow’s high-growth technologies. It’s got a low cost of living and a business-friendly environment filled with innovators. Cover Story: U.S.

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NOLA Tops Logistics List, San Jose Leading IT Hub In BF’s 2013 Metro Rankings Report

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via a 14,500-mile inland waterway system, six Class One railroads and a nexus of interstate highways, New Orleans is the port of choice for the movement of everything from steel, rubber and manufactured goods to commodities like coffee,” said Editor in Chief Jack Rogers. “With its proximity to the center of the U.S.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. Three Class I railroads (Norfolk Southern, Canadian Northern and the CSX) serve Decatur and are directly interconnected through a privately owned intermodal ramp as part of the Midwest Inland Port. Subsequently, the U.S.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: Managing Risk in Public Works

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Railroads are particularly problematic. Across all of North America railroad permitting is a common challenge. If a project requires coordination with a railroad, allow substantial extra time and budget. Early identification of utilities and proactive interaction with utility companies can help smooth the process.

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Winners in the Next Economy

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The winners in the next economy will be those who innovate in manufacturing, in services and be at the vanguard of the clean revolution.”. In addition to boasting the number one cargo airport in North America, they have five Class-I railroads, the 4 th largest inland port and the 3 rd most travelled interstate systems.

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