USDOT

BNSF Railway, ATDA and FRA reach C3RS safety agreement

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Jeudi, avril 25, 2024
Public Policy, Government, Other Transport, Public Safety, Rail, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transport, Retail, Multimedia, PRT, NASA, Federal Railroad Administration, ATDA, USDOT, Hearing, Safety, BNSF, FRA

“BNSF is committed to improving safety on our railroad and is proud to have reached an agreement to voluntarily participate with ATDA in C3RS,” said BNSF President & CEO Katie Farmer.

Key Points: 
  • “BNSF is committed to improving safety on our railroad and is proud to have reached an agreement to voluntarily participate with ATDA in C3RS,” said BNSF President & CEO Katie Farmer.
  • We look forward to working with the FRA and ATDA on this positive step forward.”
    “The adoption of the C3RS at BNSF marks a pivotal moment for rail safety,” said ATDA President Ed Dowell.
  • Furthermore, this would not have been possible without the BNSF’s willingness to be the first Class I railroad to reach a C3RS agreement with ATDA.
  • The ATDA is proud to be the first organization to reach C3RS agreement with BNSF.”
    C3RS is an FRA-sponsored program that improves railroad safety through a confidential and non-punitive reporting process.

Roger Bohnert leaves USDOT to lead Surface Transportation Strategies at bespoke consultancy

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Mardi, avril 23, 2024
SPS, USDOT, Transport, Policy, Consultant, Society, DOT, Private sector, Aviation

Strong Port Strategies is one the nation's leading maritime, surface, aviation and intermodal transportation consultants

Key Points: 
  • Strong Port Strategies is one the nation's leading maritime, surface, aviation and intermodal transportation consultants
    After serving over 20 years as a senior executive in the USDOT and 24 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, Roger Bohnert has become the firm's COO and President of Surface Transportation Strategies.
  • "Until today, we could claim that we were one the nation's leading maritime, aviation and intermodal transportation consultancies," says Lauren Brand, CEO of Strong Port Strategies.
  • In addition to surface transportation, Roger has a great deal of experience in maritime administration, intermodal development and national security.
  • Leveraging the knowledge of three of America's foremost experts in maritime, aviation, surface and intermodal transportation, Strong Port Strategies provides unparalleled technical expertise and strategic insight into transportation policies, programs, grants and funding opportunities.

B2Gnow Reaffirms Commitment to Compliance, Announces Upcoming DBE/ACDBE Rule Update Webinar

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Mardi, avril 9, 2024
Administration, USDOT, Transport, NPRM, Publishing, Disadvantaged business enterprise, DBE, Data collection, DOT, Organization, Medical device

The company announced it will host an informative webinar on Tuesday, April 16th, at 2 pm Eastern Time, titled 2024 DBE/ACDBE Rule Update: Navigating the Latest Changes.

Key Points: 
  • The company announced it will host an informative webinar on Tuesday, April 16th, at 2 pm Eastern Time, titled 2024 DBE/ACDBE Rule Update: Navigating the Latest Changes.
  • As the landscape of technology and regulatory requirements has evolved, B2Gnow remains dedicated to ensuring its platform aligns with these changes.
  • To further assist organizations in understanding the forthcoming changes and requirements, B2Gnow will host an informative webinar on Tuesday, April 16th, at 2 pm Eastern Time, titled 2024 DBE/ACDBE Rule Update: Navigating the Latest Changes.
  • This webinar will also provide insights into how the B2Gnow platform can help manage both existing and new requirements.

BizzyCar Unveils Inaugural Recall Report: Q1 2024 Highlights Surge in Vehicle Recalls with More than 9 Million Recalls Issued

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Mardi, avril 9, 2024
Tesla, Inc., Safety, NHTSA, Recall, USDOT, Original equipment manufacturer, Ford, Automotive industry

Tesla Inc. topped the list with over 2.4 million vehicles affected, primarily due to electrical system issues.

Key Points: 
  • Tesla Inc. topped the list with over 2.4 million vehicles affected, primarily due to electrical system issues.
  • The recall data reveals a volatile trend in the automotive industry, with a noticeable uptick in the number of vehicles affected by recalls.
  • In Q1 2024, the United States saw a sharp rise in vehicle recalls, according to analysis by BizzyCar using data from the NHTSA and USDOT.
  • This surge underscores the magnitude of the issue and emphasizes the potential safety risks for millions of American vehicle owners.

USDOT Doubles Down on Connected Walking and Biking Infrastructure as Essential to America's Mobility, Rails to Trails Conservancy Reports

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Jeudi, mars 14, 2024
DOT, Walking, FY, Congress, Policy, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Transport, Investment, RTC, Multimedia, Fiscal, USDOT, Road

WASHINGTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) emphasized the importance of connected walking and biking infrastructure to provide equitable access and opportunity for communities across the country with the projects it funded under the one-time Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods grant program, according to Rails to Trails Conservancy, the nation's largest trails, walking and biking advocacy organization.

Key Points: 
  • We need permanent funding for connected active transportation infrastructure.
  • Projects focused solely on trails, walking and biking accounted for $834 million or 25% of the total $3.3 billion in funding.
  • 85% of all of the 132 projects include elements that account for active transportation—bringing to light the depth of demand for this infrastructure nationwide.
  • Learn more about the demand for trails, walking and biking infrastructure and available federal funding at railstotrails.org/funding .

5GAA, Partner Associations Issue Statement on US Department of Commerce's Inquiry into Connected Vehicles

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Jeudi, mars 7, 2024
Bureau, Privacy, ITS America, Transport, Crash, Commerce, Fatality, Government, Security, Communication, Organization, USDOT, Pedestrian

According to the latest estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 42,795 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • According to the latest estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 42,795 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2022.
  • V2X technology can also help advance climate and sustainability goals by increasing traffic flow and efficiency.
  • Our members have worked closely with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for several years to proactively develop a robust message security solution for V2X communications.
  • The United States is currently a leader in V2X innovation, but risks falling behind if the government hampers broadscale deployment.

Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement following the release of proposed changes, requested by PVA, that would improve air travel for wheelchair users

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Jeudi, février 29, 2024
Wheelchair, Disability, Atmosphere, ALS, Air travel, NPRM, Dignity, Safety, Tetraplegia, Notice of proposed rulemaking, Rail transport by country, Veteran, Congress, Comment, Transport, USDOT, Travel, PVA, Airline

"Despite continued setbacks and delays, improving access to air travel for passengers with disabilities remains one of PVA's top priorities.

Key Points: 
  • "Despite continued setbacks and delays, improving access to air travel for passengers with disabilities remains one of PVA's top priorities.
  • Today's proposed changes by the Department of Transportation include several vital steps that would dramatically improve the air travel experience for people with disabilities.
  • We now urge wheelchair and scooter users to comment on this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to ensure their voices are heard.
  • To join PVAction Force and encourage Congress to pass the final version of the FAA Reauthorization Act, as well as learn about safe, accessible air travel visit PVA.org/AirTravel .

NoTraffic Granted US Patent Approval for its V2X Connectivity Technology, Bridging the Gap Between Connected and Non-Connected Vehicles

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Mercredi, février 14, 2024
TSP, Bus, Algorithm, MAP, EVP, AI, Radar, TEL, Transport, Patent, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Safety, City, Mobility, USDOT, Satellite navigation device

TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NoTraffic, the developer of the world's leading mobility platform, today announced the issuance of U.S. patent WO2019220353A2 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its innovative Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technology.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, they have announced the initial allocation of $40 million to support these efforts as part of the ' Saving Lives with Connectivity: Accelerating V2X Deployment ' initiative.
  • This substantial investment and focused expansion strategy underscores the growing importance of V2X technology in enhancing public safety.
  • With V2X connectivity already embedded into the NoTraffic platform, traffic operators can easily activate various V2X applications with a single click, eliminating the need for separate, dedicated hardware.
  • Current V2X technologies rely on the mass adoption of connected vehicles, and excludes non-connected road users including VRUs.

NoTraffic Granted US Patent Approval for its V2X Connectivity Technology, Bridging the Gap Between Connected and Non-Connected Vehicles

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Mercredi, février 14, 2024
TSP, Bus, Algorithm, MAP, EVP, AI, Radar, TEL, Transport, Patent, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Safety, City, Mobility, USDOT, Satellite navigation device

TEL AVIV, Israel, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NoTraffic, the developer of the world's leading mobility platform, today announced the issuance of U.S. patent WO2019220353A2 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its innovative Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technology.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, they have announced the initial allocation of $40 million to support these efforts as part of the ' Saving Lives with Connectivity: Accelerating V2X Deployment ' initiative.
  • This substantial investment and focused expansion strategy underscores the growing importance of V2X technology in enhancing public safety.
  • With V2X connectivity already embedded into the NoTraffic platform, traffic operators can easily activate various V2X applications with a single click, eliminating the need for separate, dedicated hardware.
  • Current V2X technologies rely on the mass adoption of connected vehicles, and excludes non-connected road users including VRUs.

Olympic Steel Promotes Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President of Safety, Health and Environment

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Vendredi, janvier 19, 2024
Natural Resources, Manufacturing, Steel, Mining, Minerals, Machine Tools, Metalworking & Metallurgy, Culligan, Metals Service Center Institute, Learning, Certification, Whirlpool Corporation, ISO, Biology, McHenry County College, University, Health, ASSP, Society, OSHA, ZEUS, Welding, NFPA, USDOT, Olympic Steel, Robotics, General Electric, Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area, Nursing

Olympic Steel Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a leading national metals service center, today announced the promotion of Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President – Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E).

Key Points: 
  • Olympic Steel Inc. (Nasdaq: ZEUS), a leading national metals service center, today announced the promotion of Anthony G. Dominic to Vice President – Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E).
  • Mr. Dominic joined the Company in 2018 as Director – Safety, Health and Environment to lead the organization’s SH&E efforts.
  • In total, he has more than 33 years of SH&E expertise from his time at Olympic Steel as well as experience at Whirlpool Corporation, General Electric and Culligan International.
  • In his new role, Mr. Dominic will continue to lead the safety programs and teams across all Olympic Steel locations.