American Bridge

Southland Awarded RFK Bridge Rehab & Other New Projects Totaling $470 Million

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

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A Southland subsidiary, American Bridge Company, has approximately an 80% share in the joint venture awarded this contract.

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A Southland subsidiary, American Bridge Company, has approximately an 80% share in the joint venture awarded this contract.
American Bridge constructed the original bridge, formerly known as the Triborough Bridge, in 1936.
San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge main cable and suspender ropes rehab project in San Francisco, California for the California Department of Transportation through subsidiary, American Bridge Company.
An American Bridge led joint venture completed construction of the Bay Bridge in 2014.

Modjeski and Masters Announces New Office in Ft. Lauderdale

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the opening of its new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The expansion marks a strategic move to strengthen the company's presence in the Florida market and better serve its clients in the region.

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modjeski and Masters , a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the opening of its new office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Located off I-95 in The Radis Building, the new office will act as a vital hub for Modjeski and Masters' operations in the region.
The office will serve The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 4, positioning Modjeski and Masters to strategically pursue significant projects in the area.
"This expansion allows us to engage more directly with our clients and partners in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding areas," said Mike Britt, CEO of Modjeski and Masters.

National Press Club Journalism Institute hires new development manager

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

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WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitch Harle, an experienced communications and fundraising professional in Washington, D.C., has joined the National Press Club Journalism Institute as its development manager.

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WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitch Harle, an experienced communications and fundraising professional in Washington, D.C., has joined the National Press Club Journalism Institute as its development manager.
"I first visited the National Press Club during a trip to Washington as a teenager, and getting to be a part of its history and legacy as development manager for the Institute is a true honor.
The National Press Club Journalism Institute is the nonprofit affiliate of the National Press Club.
As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest.

American Contract Bridge League Appoints First Woman Executive Director

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

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HORN LAKE, Miss., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of the American Contract Bridge League , the governing body for duplicate bridge clubs and tournaments in North America, recently announced the appointment of Bronia Jenkins as executive director.

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HORN LAKE, Miss., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of the American Contract Bridge League , the governing body for duplicate bridge clubs and tournaments in North America, recently announced the appointment of Bronia Jenkins as executive director.
She is the first woman to serve as executive director in ACBL's 86-year history.
Jenkins will drive the organization's mission to promote and sustain the game of bridge in North America and beyond.
She holds three titles from ACBL's North American Bridge Championships, and she captained the USA2 women's team at the 2017 World Bridge Championships.

Michael Baker International Names Tony Hunley, P.E., S.E., Ph.D., Senior Vice President and National Director, Bridge Services

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

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PITTSBURGH, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Tony Hunley, P.E., S.E., Ph.D., has joined the firm as Senior Vice President and National Director, Bridge Services. In this newly created role, Mr. Hunley will focus on business development, client engagement and the firm's long-term growth strategy for its award-winning Bridge Practice. He will be responsible for growing Michael Baker's highly diversified bridge portfolio, which includes Long-Span Bridges, Bridge Inspection, Load Rating, Asset Management, Emergency Responses, Bridge Technology, 3D Digital Delivery and UAS Imagery. The firm also announced that Brian Kozy, P.E., Ph.D., has been named Senior Vice President and National Technical Director, Bridge Services. In this role, Mr. Kozy will primarily focus on how the firm delivers the most innovative and effective solutions as it partners with Departments of Transportation (DOT) nationwide on major complex bridge initiatives.

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He will be responsible for growing Michael Baker's highly diversified bridge portfolio, which includes Long-Span Bridges, Bridge Inspection, Load Rating, Asset Management, Emergency Responses, Bridge Technology, 3D Digital Delivery and UAS Imagery.
The firm also announced that Brian Kozy, P.E., Ph.D., has been named Senior Vice President and National Technical Director, Bridge Services.
"For more than 80 years, Michael Baker has provided innovative and effective solutions for our bridge clients across the country.
This expertise has garnered numerous accolades, including our position as the #5 Bridge firm in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) latest industry rankings," said Kent Zinn, President – Infrastructure, at Michael Baker International.

Corporate Accountability Action Launches #OfftheBANWagon Campaign To Hold Financial Backers of Texas Abortion Ban Accountable

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

The new project will shine a light on the corporations that have bankrolled the campaigns of the Texas state legislators who sponsored this cruel abortion ban.

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The new project will shine a light on the corporations that have bankrolled the campaigns of the Texas state legislators who sponsored this cruel abortion ban.
As a result of the Texas ban, state legislatures across the country are considering extreme abortion ban laws of their own, taking away long-established reproductive rights.
The #OffTheBANWagon campaign, a project of Corporate Accountability Action and American Bridge 21st Century, will be releasing advertisements focused on educating Texas residents on the corporate backers of the ban, along with the critical role these major corporations played in the ultimate passing of the law.
To learn more about how to hold these corporations accountable, visit OffTheBANWagon.org or Twitter @CAAction2021 , Facebook at / corporateaccountabilityaction , or on Instagram @corporateaccountabilityaction .