27 documents in this category

Economic Development Research Group 
ID#235 — Category: Other
Abstract: Within this site's listing of articles to download, a wide variety of reports can be found from around the world regarding economics and transportation. This company specializes in measuring economic development performance, impacts and opportunities. We focus on evaluation and strategy for transportation, energy, technology and economic development investments.
Author: Economic Development Research Group 
Date: 2004-12-01
URL: http://www.edrgroup.com

Safe and Secure Intermodal Transportation (SIT) 
ID#239 — Category: Other
Abstract: The SIT Thematic Network is a forum for international cooperation and information exchange regarding safety and security for intermodal freight transport. It was created in response to the international need for further harmonization of intermodal safety and security standards as well as the need for seamless information exchange between transport modes and between the multiple stages in the transport supply chain.
Author: Safe and Secure Intermodal Transportation 
Date: 2004-12-01
URL: http://www.sitglobal.org/

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago 
ID#240 — Category: Other
Abstract: The Chicago Fed serves the Seventh Federal Reserve District, an economically diverse region that includes all of Iowa and most of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. The Seventh District has a large national share of many important economic sectors. The economic research and data section contains reports regarding the regional economy for the Upper Midwest.
Author: Federal Reserve System 
Date: 2004-12-01
URL: http://www.chicagofed.org/economic_research_and_data/index.cfm

Bureau of Economic Analysis: Survey of Current Business 
ID#213 — Category: Other
Abstract: BEA produces economic accounts statistics that enable government and business decision-makers, researchers, and the American public to follow and understand the performance of the Nation's economy. To do this, BEA collects source data, conducts research and analysis, develops and implements estimation methodologies, and disseminates statistics to the public.
Author: U.S. Department of Commerce 
Date: 2004-11-30
URL: http://www.bea.doc.gov/bea/pubs.htm

Overview of Economic Statistical Programs 
ID#214 — Category: Other
Abstract: This Overview describes Census Bureau programs that provide statistics about U.S. businesses and governments. Each description includes links to data products, related programs and additional information. "Programs" are major data collection, business list and research data operations, including some funded by other agencies or sponsors.
Author: U.S. Census Bureau 
Date: 2004-11-30
URL: http://www.census.gov/econ/overview/index.html

Washington State Department of Transportation's Office of Freight Strategy and Policy 
ID#209 — Category: Other
Abstract: A state DOT with an office dedicated to issues of freight transportation. This office has a considerable role in the FAST Program and other Pacific NW freight efforts.
Author: Washington State DOT 
Date: 2004-11-15
URL: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/freight/

Office of Trade and Economic Analysis 
ID#215 — Category: Other
Abstract: Various links to updated state and national trade data.
Author: U.S. Department of Commerce 
Date: 2004-11-15
URL: http://www.trade.gov/td/industry/otea/

Nebraska Expansion of I-80 to Six Lanes 
ID#138 — Category: Other
Abstract: Nebraska has begun work to expand I-80 to six lanes between Omaha and Lincoln. This site has real time traffic information and a link to other information.
Author: Nebraska Department of Roads 
Date: 2004-05-13
URL: http://www.nebraskai80construction.com/

Freight Professional Development Program-FHWA 
ID#123 — Category: Other
Abstract: The FPD Program will assist state DOTs and MPOs staff gain the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the challenges of freight transportation. Current resources available at this site include a reference library, the Talking Freight seminar series, an educational program search, and a peer exchange via email.
Author: Federal Highway Administration 
Date: 2004-05-00
URL: http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/FPD/index.asp

AASHTO's Freight Transportation Network 
ID#150 — Category: Other
Abstract: A portal to many resources in freight transportation planning, research, and financing. There is a definite emphasis on state efforts as well. Includes links to past conferences by AASHTO that dealt with freight issues.
Author: American Assoc of State Highway and Transport Off 
Date: 2004-05-00
URL: http://freight.transportation.org/index.html

Traffic World 
ID#88 — Category: Other
Abstract: A logistics news magazine
Author: Commonwealth Business Media 
Date: 2004-04-00
URL: http://www.trafficworld.com/index.asp

Federal Highway Administration, Office of Freight Management 
ID#34 — Category: Other
Abstract: The Office of Freight Management and Operations manages programs, develops policy recommendations, conducts research and analysis of the intermodal freight system, fosters public/private collaboration, and engages in technology transfer to promote efficient, seamless, and secure freight flows on the U.S. highway system, intermodal connectors, and across our borders.
Author: Federal Highway Administration 
Date: 2003-12-17
URL: http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/freight/

Federal Highway Administration, Freight Planning 
ID#35 — Category: Other
Abstract: It is the goal of the FHWA Office of Planning and Office of Freight Management and Operations to provide you with a variety of resources to enable you to make informed decisions regarding freight planning in your state.
Author: Federal Highway Administration 
Date: 2003-12-17
URL: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/freightplanning/

Office of Hazardous Materials Safety 
ID#3 — Category: Other
Abstract: The Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, which is within the United States Department of Transportation's Research and Special Programs Administration, is responsible for coordinating a national safety program for the transportation of hazardous materials by air, rail, highway and water.
Author: Research and Special Programs Administration 
Date: 2003-12-15
URL: http://hazmat.dot.gov/

Taking investor toll roads to Congress 
ID#31 — Category: Other
Abstract: America's road-building is lagging, and there's not enough money to catch up. Private investors offer to build a road and charge $2.25 to travel it. They say the new road will be built faster, cheaper and tougher than anything taxpayer money can match. Critics say toll roads let the rich move smoothly while the poor stay stuck in the ruts.
Author: Hank Shaw 
Date: 2003-12-08
URL: http://www.uppermidwestfreight.org/resources/MN_Toll_STPPP.mht

100 Most Logistics-Friendly Cities in America 
ID#69 — Category: Other
Abstract: From the publication "CLO/Chief Logistics Officer," pp.12-26, October 2003. A review of the top Logistics-Friendly Cities in the US, according to factors explained in this article.
Author: Bill King 
Date: 2003-10-01
URL: http://www.logisticstoday.com/ASP/viewArticle.asp?strArticleId=106085

Parking Problems: Trucking Companies Find Their Terminals Aren't Welcome Across the Region 
ID#75 — Category: Other
Abstract: Published on August 10, 2003, Page C1, Saint Paul Pioneer Press. Article discusses difficulties trucking companies have in finding properties to locate freight terminals.
Author: Dave Beal 
Date: 2003-08-10
URL: http://www.pioneerpress.com

European Union's Marco Polo Programme 
ID#166 — Category: Other
Abstract: The Marco Polo Programme, adopted in July 2003, has an objective to reduce road congestion and to improve the environmental performance of the freight transport system within the Community and to enhance intermodality, thereby contributing to an efficient and sustainable transport system. It intends to foster modal shift projects in all segments of the freight market.
Author: Marco Polo Programme 
Date: 2003-07-22
URL: http://europa.eu.int/comm/transport/marcopolo/index_en.htm

Recommendations on the Regional Concept of Operations 
ID#50 — Category: Other
Abstract: The TRB Committee on Developing a Regional Concept for Managing Surface Transportation Operations has issued a letter report to the Federal Highway Administration's ITS Joint Program Office calling for the agency to extend its efforts in support of regional transportation operations.
Author: TRB Committee on Regional Concept 
Date: 2003-06-30
URL: http://gulliver.trb.org/publications/reports/surftranops_jun_2003.pdf

Reason Public Policy Institute Surface Transportation Studies 
ID#167 — Category: Other
Abstract: List of studies sponsored by the Reason Institute relating to surface transportation. Noteworthy studies are 294 and 316, both pertaining to truck tollways.
Author: Reason Public Policy Institute 
Date: 2003-01-01
URL: http://www.rppi.org/surtrans.html

Freight Transportation Policy: Going the Distance--The Challenge Of Moving Highway Freight From Origin to Destination in the 21st Century 
ID#186 — Category: Other
Abstract: This paper identifies significant issues and opportunities confronting the U.S. highway system authorities in developing an efficient and effective intermodal transportation system. Identification of deficiencies and implementations of strategies to improve the highway component of the system are essential to avoid gridlock as the number of vehicles using the system continues to grow. This article identifies some significant freight generators and the many initiatives underway to address the highway side of freight transport. The paper focuses on the increasing demand for capacity resulting from domestic and international commerce in a global economy. A national best practices inventory is suggested to assist agencies and policy makers in transportation planning.
Author: Mary Field 
Date: 2002-04-00
URL: http://trisonline.bts.gov/detail.cfm?ANNUMBER=00924295&STARTROW=1&CFID=753401&CFTOKEN=61140381

2002 Conditions and Performance Report 
ID#36 — Category: Other
Abstract: This document is intended to provide Congress and other decision makers with an objective appraisal of highway, bridge and transit physical conditions, operational performance, financing mechanisms and future investment requirements. This report offers a comprehensive, factual background to support the development and evaluation of legislative, program, and budget options at all levels of government. It also serves as a primary source of information for national and international news media, transportation associations, and industry.
Author: Federal Highway Administration 
Date: 2002-00-00
URL: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/policy/2002cpr/

Addressing Freight in the Transportation Planning Process 
ID#174 — Category: Other
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to provide a critical review of the existing transportation planning processes at the state and metropolitan level; identify issues and problems in how these processes address current freight needs; and pose alternative policies and programs that could be included in future federal surface transportation programs to address these problems.
Author: FHWA-Office of Freight Management and Ops 
Date: 2001-10-01
URL: http://www.uppermidwestfreight.org/resources/Freight_Planning.pdf

Application of a Statewide Intermodal Freight Planning Methodology 
ID#205 — Category: Other
Abstract: the Virginia Transportation Research Council in 1998 developed a Statewide Intermodal Freight Transportation Planning Methodology, which provided a standard framework for identifying problems and evaluating alternative improvements to Virginia's freight transportation infrastructure. The first step in the methodology was to inventory the system. This study completed that step.
Author: Stephen Brich 
Date: 2001-08-01
URL: http://www.virginiadot.org/vtrc/main/online_reports/02-r5.htm

Performance Measures to Improve Transportation Systems and Agency Operations: Report of a Conference 
ID#74 — Category: Other
Abstract: The objective of the conference was to bring together a group of government,academic,and business leaders who had experience in transportation systems performance measures and performance-based planning and programming.
Author: Transportation Research Board 
Date: 2000-11-01
URL: http://gulliver.trb.org/publications/conf/reports/cp_26.pdf

Impact of Future Freight Transportation Needs on the NYC Interstate and Truck Route System 
ID#126 — Category: Other
Abstract: Conceptually, the study involves a carefully structured supply-demand analysis of the City's multi-modal freight transportation system. This includes an analysis of customer needs, both now and in the future, the system's ability to meet those needs, and development of a plan for meeting those needs. Moreover, the plan must account for the technological, operational, and institutional options available for improvement, as well as fall within the limits of the financial options available for making that plan a reality.
Author: Transportation Research Institute 
Date: 2000-01-26
URL: http://www.rpi.edu/dept/cits/r112.html

Funding and Institutional Options for Freight Infrastructure Improvements 
ID#173 — Category: Other
Abstract: Current and past mechanisms are identified in this report for funding and financing freight infrastructure development.
Author: FHWA, Office of Freight Management and Ops 
Date: 0000-00-00
URL: http://www.uppermidwestfreight.org/resources/Funding_freight.pdf