Sound Transit

Sound Transit orders 33 Enviro500EV battery-electric double deck buses from NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis

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Monday, February 12, 2024

LARBERT, United Kingdom, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited (“Alexander Dennis”) today announced that Sound Transit, which provides regional transit in the Seattle metropolitan area, has placed a firm order for 33 zero-emission Enviro500EV buses. The double deck buses for Sound Transit are scheduled for delivery in 2026 by Alexander Dennis Incorporated, the U.S. affiliate of Alexander Dennis, and will be built in the United States by Alexander Dennis’ partner Big Rig Manufacturing.

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  • LARBERT, United Kingdom, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited (“Alexander Dennis”) today announced that Sound Transit, which provides regional transit in the Seattle metropolitan area, has placed a firm order for 33 zero-emission Enviro500EV buses.
  • The double deck buses for Sound Transit are scheduled for delivery in 2026 by Alexander Dennis Incorporated, the U.S. affiliate of Alexander Dennis, and will be built in the United States by Alexander Dennis’ partner Big Rig Manufacturing.
  • Sound Transit was an early adopter of the unique benefits of double deck buses and today uses a fleet of 50 Enviro500 on express routes operating out of Everett.
  • The Stride Enviro500EV will be the first Alexander Dennis in North America using the manufacturer’s next-generation zero-emission technology platform.

Exodigo Establishes Transportation Advisory Board to Support Global Expansion

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo, a leading provider of non-intrusive subsurface imaging solutions, today announced the formation of its Transportation Advisory Board. Comprised of internationally recognized transportation leaders, this initiative underscores Exodigo's commitment to fostering artificial intelligence (AI) innovation that expedites safer, more efficient capital project delivery worldwide.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodigo , a leading provider of non-intrusive subsurface imaging solutions, today announced the formation of its Transportation Advisory Board.
  • Comprised of internationally recognized transportation leaders, this initiative underscores Exodigo's commitment to fostering artificial intelligence (AI) innovation that expedites safer, more efficient capital project delivery worldwide.
  • The members of the Transportation Advisory Board were carefully selected for their commitment to innovation, extensive experience, and their accomplishment as change makers and enablers within the global transportation sector.
  • As Exodigo continues its mission to revolutionize how industries perceive and navigate the subsurface, the committee's collective knowledge and insight will be pivotal in forging global partnerships.

Leaders Celebrate Groundbreaking of Pioneering Transit-Oriented Office Building in the Heart of Seattle’s University District

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The 266,000-square-foot office building will feature ground-floor retail and amenities, Class-A office space, and a rooftop terrace with spectacular views of the city—all in the center of Seattle’s University District (“U District”).

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  • The 266,000-square-foot office building will feature ground-floor retail and amenities, Class-A office space, and a rooftop terrace with spectacular views of the city—all in the center of Seattle’s University District (“U District”).
  • LPC was selected by UW to develop the project over Sound Transit’s subterranean U District light rail station, which opened in Fall of 2021.
  • Within walking distance of the UW Campus, the University will occupy five floors of the building with administrative space.
  • Following a significant zoning revision in 2017, the U District has supported increased density, with several new towers under construction.

Amtrak Cascades Service Fully Restored

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Monday, March 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak, in collaboration with ODOT, WSDOT and other agencies resumes Cascades service between Portland, Ore. and Vancouver, BC on March 6. Today's announcement marks the first time direct service will operate between Portland and stations north of Seattle since 2020. Serving 12 stations along the I-5 corridor in western Washington, customers traveling north can depart Portland at 3:05 p.m. — Seattle at 7 p.m. — for an 11 p.m. arrival in Vancouver, BC. The southbound train leaves Vancouver, BC at 6:35 a.m. for an 11 a.m. stop in Seattle and a 2:55 p.m. Portland arrival.

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  • Amtrak Cascades restarted daily service to Canada, between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, in September 2022 .
  • Now fully restored on the popular Pacific Northwest route, Amtrak Cascades offers a cafe car, which features products grown and made in the Pacific Northwest on its Bistro Menu .
  • The states of Washington and Oregon jointly sponsor and fund the Amtrak Cascades service.
  • "Finally, Amtrak Cascades service is restored to pre-pandemic levels, providing travelers a convenient transportation option to skip traffic along the I-5 corridor.

HNTB Corporation names Michelle Dippel president of Western Region

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Monday, November 14, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB's Michelle Dippel has been named president of the firm's Western Region, overseeing vital and complex infrastructure programs in growth markets in 13 states. She will be based in the firm's downtown Los Angeles office.

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  • Dippel leads operations of fast-growing West and Northwest Divisions, including 10 offices in 13 states
    LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB's Michelle Dippel has been named president of the firm's Western Region, overseeing vital and complex infrastructure programs in growth markets in 13 states.
  • "The Western Region, with its enormous market opportunities, is a critical contributor to HNTB's ongoing success," said Dippel.
  • As Western Region president, Dippel is responsible for leading operations and strategic planning in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming and Colorado and overseeing 10 offices, numerous field offices and more than 800 professionals.
  • Dippel succeeds John Friel, PE, who will transition to a new part-time role as senior project executive.

PMA Welcomes Kam Shadan as Executive Director, National Transit & Rail Practice

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PMA welcomes Kam Shadan, PE, to the position of Executive Director, National Transit & Rail Practice, a new corporate operations group, reporting to the office of the CEO, based out of PMA's San Francisco Office. Kam joins Don Fredlund, Mike Brown, Dina Keirouz, Angel Ripepi, Nick Gendron, and Jeffrey Plant as a member of our PMA leadership team in the western United States (US) and Canada. Kam will help grow and serve transit and rail clients nationwide, including our work within the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Project Management Oversight Program, providing program management and owner representation services.

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  • PMA welcomes Kam Shadan, PE, to the position of Executive Director, National Transit & Rail Practice, a new corporate operations group, reporting to the office of the CEO, based out of PMA's San Francisco Office.
  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PMA welcomes Kam Shadan, PE, to the position of Executive Director, National Transit & Rail Practice, a new corporate operations group, reporting to the office of the CEO, based out of PMA's San Francisco Office.
  • Kam will help grow and serve transit and rail clients nationwide, including our work within the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Project Management Oversight Program, providing program management and owner representation services.
  • He will be an excellent resource in helping PMA leaders across the country successfully expand their transit and rail program management and oversight practices.

STATE OF WASHINGTON AGENCIES NOW CAN EASILY TAP EAGLE HILL CONSULTING FOR CHANGE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

SEATTLE, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Hill Consulting has been awarded a new contract to provide industry-leading change management solutions to State of Washington governmental agencies, higher education institutions, and other organizations with Master Contract Usage Agreements (MCUAs). The contract was awarded by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES), as a state-wide governmental Master Contract, streamlining the process for agencies to access Eagle Hill's expertise.

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  • Eagle Hill has been awarded a contract to provide change management solutions to State of Washington agencies.
  • Under the Master Contract, organizations within the State of Washington have:
    "The timing of this contract couldn't be better for government agencies in Washington State," said Melissa Jezior , Eagle Hill president and chief executive officer.
  • More information on how Washington agencies can tap Eagle Hill is available on the Eagle Hill web site here .
  • Eagle Hill Consulting LLC is a woman-owned business that provides unconventional management consulting services in the areas of Strategy & Performance, Change, and Talent.

Amazon Commits $42.5 Million to Create More Than 300 New Affordable Homes Near Light Rail Stations in the Puget Sound Region

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The deals stem from Amazons $300 million transit commitment from 2021 to create 3,000 new affordable homes in collaboration with the transit agencies in Amazons three hometown communities of Washington states Puget Sound region; the Arlington, Virginia region; and Nashville, Tennessee.

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  • The deals stem from Amazons $300 million transit commitment from 2021 to create 3,000 new affordable homes in collaboration with the transit agencies in Amazons three hometown communities of Washington states Puget Sound region; the Arlington, Virginia region; and Nashville, Tennessee.
  • Since launching the Amazon Housing Equity Fund in January 2021, Amazon has committed more than $344.3 million in loans and grants for the Puget Sound region to create and preserve 2,870 affordable homes.
  • Amazon is funding a $25.8 million low-rate loan commitment and predevelopment grant to BRIDGE Housing, a nonprofit developer, owner, and manager of affordable housing.
  • The scale that Amazon has gone to in order to create and preserve affordable housing in our region makes a real difference, said Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson.

Teamsters Local 174 Members Offer to Return to Work at Salmon Bay Sand & Gravel, Cadman Seattle, and Lehigh Cement

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

TUKWILA, Wash., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As a strike by 330 members of Teamsters Local 174 enters its 116th day, the Teamsters today made the decision to care for our communities by offering to return to work at Cadman Seattle, Lehigh Cement, and Salmon Bay Sand & Gravel. This decision will allow some concrete to flow to critical projects in and around Seattle, with a dedicated and professional Teamster workforce operating equipment they know well, including the West Seattle Bridge, Sound Transit, the Convention Center, and the Hwy 520 Bridge. Negotiations for a new contract will continue with each Employer individually until contracts are reached. This includes the three companies whose workers have offered to return to the job.

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  • TUKWILA, Wash., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As a strike by 330 members of Teamsters Local 174 enters its 116th day, the Teamsters today made the decision to care for our communities by offering to return to work at Cadman Seattle, Lehigh Cement, and Salmon Bay Sand & Gravel.
  • This includes the three companies whose workers have offered to return to the job.
  • We designate the beginning of the workday on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, as the time when our members will return to work.
  • To maximize efficiency, please promptly inform our members who are employed by you regarding their work assignments on that day.

ePac Flexible Packaging Appoints Tracy Butler as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, November 15, 2021

Austin, Texas USA, Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ePac Flexible Packaging is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Butler as Chief Financial Officer, located in Austin, Texas.

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  • Austin, Texas USA, Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ePac Flexible Packaging is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Butler as Chief Financial Officer, located in Austin, Texas.
  • Tracy will be responsible for driving ePacs overall financial strategy with a focus on growth as the company continues its rapid growth.
  • She brings more than 20 years of experience as a finance executive in startup, mid-sized as well as large organizations, all of which had rapid growth and advancement, similar to ePac.
  • Her most recent role was that of Chief Financial Officer at Sound Transit in Seattle, Washington, one of the country's largest multi-modal, high capacity transit agencies.