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High-Speed Rail Arrives in the Midwest

Posted Tuesday March 12 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

Hundreds of Midwest manufacturers stand to benefit from a web of high-speed passenger rail routes emerging from Chicago’s rail hub, according to a report released by an environmental policy group that has fought to defend the use of billions in taxpayer money on such projects.

The report released last month by the Chicago-based Environmental Law & Policy Center found that 460 manufacturers in seven Midwest states are poised to reap new business, along with a dozen more highly visible companies that make rail cars and locomotives. Those additional supply-chain manufacturers make everything from seats, couplers and bolts to ceiling panels, interior lighting and air horns. They also cut sheet metal, provide electronics and communications equipment, and supply track maintenance machinery.

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http://www.edgeonthenet.com/travel/141599/high-speed_rail_arrives_in_the_midwest

Transportation secretary: Americans want to ‘get out of their cars’

Posted Tuesday March 12 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

http://dailycaller.com/2013/03/12/transportation-secretary-americans-want-to-get-out-of-their-cars-video/

It’s no futuristic fantasy: high-speed trains from Indy to Chicago

Posted Monday March 11 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

For thousands of residents of Indiana and Illinois, few chores are more tedious than making the long and costly drive between Indianapolis and Chicago. Despite the closely interwoven commercial, civic and cultural ties between these metropolitan areas, there is no efficient and affordable way to travel between them.

Using proven technology, high-speed trains could cut the Indy-Chicago trip down to just 90 minutes, with fares less than the true cost of driving. Today’s journey would be transformed into a commute.

Better yet, the new high-speed rail link is good for business. The trains would link to IndyConnect, giving all of Indianapolis improved access to regional and global markets.

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http://www.indystar.com/article/20130306/OPINION10/303060069/It-s-no-futuristic-fantasy-high-speed-trains-from-Indy-Chicago?nclick_check=1

Nominees Released for State ‘Lincoln’ Awards

Amtrak conductor among those up for title of ‘Best Supporting Actor’ at upcoming Excellence in Tourism Dinner
Posted Tuesday February 26 2013 by in Press Releases

Chicago – Inspired by the Oscar®-nominated Steven Spielberg blockbuster film, Lincoln, the Illinois Office of Tourism is rolling out the red carpet for the state’s brightest stars in its first ever ‘Lincoln Awards.’ The recipients are those “behind the scenes stars” that go above and beyond for the Illinois tourism industry. The awards will be presented during a special program tomorrow night (Feb. 27) at the Excellence in Tourism Awards.

 

 

Amtrak conductor Patrick Bracken (right), assigned to the Lincoln Service route between Chicago and St. Louis, is nominated for Best Supporting Actor in Illinois. Other contenders include Brad Winn of the Lewis and Clark Visitors Center and the Illinois Travel Guide Fulfillment Center.

Illinois Office of Tourism Deputy Director, Jen Hoelzle, is excited to honor the unique individuals who make Illinois a memorable destination for travelers. “I have always felt the people and personalities that make up Illinois are our greatest asset. You simply will not find so many wonderful people anywhere else,” said Hoelzle.

The awards will kick off the 2013 Illinois Governor’s Conference on Travel & Tourism. The conference runs February 27 – March 1, in Rosemont at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. For more information and registration, please visit ilgovconference.com.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Media materials and downloadable images are available on the Illinois Office of Tourism online media center at illinoismediacenter.com. For more information, please visit enjoyillinois.com.
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Tourism manages industry efforts that result in sustainable and significant economic and quality-of-life benefits for Illinois residents.

Midwest factories among high-speed rail winners: report

Posted Thursday February 21 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

Who says living in the so-called Rust Belt is all bad?

A new report says that Chicago and Midwest manufacturers are disproportionately benefiting from the billions being spent for high-speed (or at least higher-speed) passenger railroad traffic. Up to 460 companies located within a few hours of Chicago are potentially in position to snag some business.

The report — “Midwest High-Speed Rail Supply Chain” — comes from Chicago’s Environmental Law and Policy Center, and while that group is as green as they come, it usually nails its facts.

http://elpc.org/2013/02/14/greg-hinz-of-crains-reports-on-elpc-high-speed-rail-supply-chain-report

High-Speed Rail

Posted Tuesday February 19 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail, Slider

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How rail investments could help Midwest manufacturers

Posted Tuesday February 19 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

A Chicago-based environmental group has released a new reportoutlining the impact high-speed rail could have on hundreds of manufacturers across the Midwest.

Released on Friday by the Environmental Law & Policy Center, the report finds 460 businesses in the Midwest with ties to the high-speed rail supply chain, including 26 from Minnesota.

http://finance-commerce.com/transit/2013/02/11/how-rail-investments-could-help-midwest-manufacturers/

Major Amtrak improvements scheduled for Spring

Posted Tuesday February 19 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

The Department of Transportation and Amtrak are planning some big maintenance projects for the three major Michigan routes in the coming months.

Janet Foren is with the M-DOT. She says the partnership between the department and Amtrak to improve the routes is vital for the future of efficient rail travel in Michigan.

“We will see all new cars on Amtrak routes in the next few years that work is obviously going to keep people working. And also as the maintenance along the tracks is taking place that’s going to keep people working as well.”

http://www.michiganradio.org/post/major-amtrak-improvements-scheduled-spring

http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/02/14/mich-gearing-up-for-high-speed-trains-expansion/

http://www.rtands.com/index.php/passenger/intercity/amtrak-michigan-dot-gear-up-for-track-improvements.html?channel=279

http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20130214/NEWS01/130219913/mdot-amtrak-gear-up-for-high-speed-trains-expansion#

Midwest High-Speed Rail: Hundreds Of Firms Will Benefit From New Web Of Routes

Posted Wednesday February 13 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

Hundreds of Midwest manufacturers stand to benefit from a web of high-speed passenger rail routes emerging from Chicago’s rail hub, according to a report released by an environmental policy group that has fought to defend the use of billions in taxpayer money on such projects.

The report released Friday by the Chicago-based Environmental Law & Policy Center found that 460 manufacturers in seven Midwest states are poised to reap new business, along with a dozen more highly visible companies that make rail cars and locomotives. Those additional supply-chain manufacturers make everything from seats, couplers and bolts to ceiling panels, interior lighting and air horns. They also cut sheet metal, provide electronics and communications equipment, and supply track maintenance machinery.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/10/midwest-highspeed-rail-hu_n_2657446.html?utm_hp_ref=chicago

Report: Midwest Firms Coupled to High-Speed Rail

Posted Monday February 11 2013 by in News Articles - Midwest High-Speed Rail

Hundreds of Midwest manufacturers stand to benefit from a web of high-speed passenger rail routes emerging from Chicago’s rail hub, according to a report released by an environmental policy group that has fought to defend the use of billions in taxpayer money on such projects.

The report released Friday by the Chicago-based Environmental Law & Policy Center found that 460 manufacturers in seven Midwest states are poised to reap new business, along with a dozen more highly visible companies that make rail cars and locomotives. Those additional supply-chain manufacturers make everything from seats, couplers and bolts to ceiling panels, interior lighting and air horns. They also cut sheet metal, provide electronics and communications equipment, and supply track maintenance machinery.

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/report-midwest-firms-coupled-high-speed-rail-18450977

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