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US Infrastructure Investment Surges - Arkansas Business
US infrastructure investment is seeing a resurgence, boosting economic activity and development. Arkansas Business reports.
The Importance of "Non-deployment" Funds
Arkansas BEAD Conference highlights broadband improvements, infrastructure plans, and non-deployment funds for quality of life.
Amtrak Awards Contract for New Connecticut River Bridge
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Pennsylvania Boosts Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Funding
PennDOT added a new corridor eligible for NEVI funding. Proposals for expanding EV charging infrastructure are due by August 2, 2024.
KKR, GIP Initiate Coalition to Enhance Indo-Pacific Infrastructure
The Facts - KKR and Global Infrastructure Partners are launching a coalition to promote infrastructure investment in emerging economies of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, with over $25 billion in capital that can be deployed. The coalition's initial focus will be on investments in the energy, transport, water and waste, and digital sectors in the Indo-Pacific […]
Microsoft invests $3.3bn to boost AI infrastructure
The Facts - Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion in Wisconsin to enhance AI and cloud infrastructure and establish AI co-innovation lab. CEO Satya Nadella emphasized Microsoft's commitment to democratizing AI to spur economic growth worldwide. Vice Chair and President Brad Smith stated that the investment will focus on advanced AI, training programs and will impact […]
RI Secures $60.1M for Public Transit from Infrastructure Law
The Facts - Rhode Island is allocated $60,105,548 federal transit funding for improvements in 2024. This includes a $4.2 million boost for the Rhode Island Public Transit Agency (RIPTA). The funding will assist in modernizing, maintaining, and operating public transportation systems. Rhode Island Secures Massive Federal Transit Funding for 2024 PROVIDENCE, RI — U.S. Senators […]
Governor signs bill to boost aviation infrastructure investment
The Facts - Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2498, investing more in Kansas public airports. The bill increases funding for the Kansas Airport Improvement Program from $5 million to $15 million. The increased funding will support initiatives like safety enhancements and modernization of infrastructure. Kansas Governor Signs House Bill 2498 for Airport Investment Governor […]
Blue Dot Network boosts infrastructure in emerging markets
The Facts - The Blue Dot Network was established by six countries to certify infrastructure projects that meet quality and sustainability standards. The initiative aims to attract private sector investment into emerging markets to bridge the global infrastructure investment gap. Founding members Australia, Japan and the U.S were joined by the UK, Spain, Switzerland, and […]
Australia Govt to increase Southeast Asia investment
TL/DR - The Australian government has announced a 2 billion Australian Dollar (A$) Southeast Asia Investing Financing Facility (SEAIFF) among other measures to strengthen trade and investment relationships with Southeast Asia. Managed by Export Finance Australia (EFA), the SEAIFF will provide loans, guarantees, equity and insurance for energy transition and infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia. […]
