Connecticut Port Authority, State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management, New England Central Railroad Announce Agreement to Support Future Growth
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020
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Following lengthy negotiation, an outcome was reached that provides maximum benefits to the State of Connecticut, the Authority and the railroad.
Key Points:
- Following lengthy negotiation, an outcome was reached that provides maximum benefits to the State of Connecticut, the Authority and the railroad.
- In return, the Authority has agreed to facilitate rail access for future port business requiring rail transportation.
- NECR President Len Wagner said, This agreement builds on the completed upgrades to the NECR main line through Connecticut.
- The Connecticut Port Authority is a quasi-public agency responsible for coordinating the development of the States ports, harbors and maritime economy.