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Port of Savannah to Expand Rail Service to Chicago
The Georgia Ports Authority introduced dual rail service from the Port of Savannah to Chicago, with cargo reaching the Midwestern city in less than three days.
Applications Filed for Major Cargo Projects at Anchorage Airport
Nearly $600 million worth of cargo warehouse and transfer facility developments are proposed at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.
Michigan Gets $7.5 Million to Test Self-Driving Cars
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding a $7.5 million grant to the City of Detroit, the State of Michigan, the University of Michigan and the American Center for Mobility in Ypsilanti to boost research, development and testing of self-driving cars.
Mack Plans Temporary Layoffs at Pennsylvania Plant
With the market shifting into a lower gear, Mack Trucks is planning to adjust production at its Lower Macungie Township, Pa., assembly plant by scheduling two down weeks during the fourth quarter.
Canadian National Railway Acquires Canada, New York Line
Canadian National Railway will take over about 220 miles of railroad throughout Canada and Upstate New York in a deal that could affect about 60 positions.
Illinois’ Gas Tax Increase to Help Fund Central Part of State
Illinois state transportation officials say this year’s 19-cent-per-gallon gas tax increase means millions of more dollars to help fix aging downstate roads.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont Retools Transportation Plan After Tolls Stall
The Lamont administration is revamping its transportation plan, three months after its proposal to establish electronic highway tolls in Connecticut stalled in the Legislature.
Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor to Invest $20 Million
The Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor plans to invest nearly $20 million over the next four years in a major expansion that will boost its cargo handling capacity.
Alabama 6-Cent Gas Tax Increase to Start Sept. 1
For the first time in 27 years, anyone fueling up at a gas station in Alabama soon will fork out more money in taxes that will go directly to the state.
Small Texas Airport Continues to Rise Among US Cargo Airports
Valley International Airport in Harlingen, Texas, is continuing its march up the charts when it comes to shipping cargo, airport officials say.