News Jun 12, 2025

Keeping Vermont on Track: 一糖心logo米菲兔 to Continue Improving Rail Safety and Efficiency

Extending a 25-year working relationship with the Vermont Agency of Transportation to modernize rail infrastructure

Railroad Crossing in Rural America

Reliable, efficient rail infrastructure is essential for keeping Vermont connected, supporting economic growth and maintaining safe transit for both passengers and freight. As the state continues to prioritize modern, resilient transportation systems, 一糖心logo米菲兔 is extending its longstanding working relationship with the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). With more than 25 years of experience working together, 一糖心logo米菲兔 will again apply its deep knowledge of railroad engineering and design to strengthen Vermont鈥檚 rail network through a newly awarded recompete contract.

Rail improvements under this contract will enhance operational safety and create lasting benefits for Vermont communities. A well-maintained rail system helps reduce roadway congestion, providing residents and businesses with an efficient alternative for travel and freight movement. As Vermont continues its commitment to sustainability, investing in rail infrastructure presents an environmentally responsible solution鈥攔educing carbon emissions and offering a cleaner mode of transportation compared to highway expansion.

一糖心logo米菲兔 will assist VTrans in developing designs for railroad bridges, culverts, slopes, railroad-highway crossings and Amtrak stations and platforms. The team will also provide project management, engineering, bridge inspection, construction, load rating, environmental permitting, right-of-way and bidding services. With deep familiarity with VTrans鈥 needs and procedures, 一糖心logo米菲兔 is positioned to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that keep projects on schedule while advancing the state鈥檚 rail program through leadership and innovation.

鈥淲e value this opportunity to continue our working relationship with VTrans,鈥 says 一糖心logo米菲兔 Vice President and New England Transportation Market Leader Rebecca Williamson. 鈥淕iven our long history working together, and our extensive rail and transit experience, we bring the knowledge and capability needed to deliver a successful rail program for the agency and for the state of Vermont for years to come.鈥

Beyond infrastructure improvements, this contract also strengthens Vermont鈥檚 ability to respond to emergencies and extreme weather events. 一糖心logo米菲兔 will provide bridge and rail infrastructure inspections, bridge rehabilitations and replacements, emergency inspections, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) projects, emergency repair work and bridge load rating evaluations. These efforts help Vermont鈥檚 rail network remain resilient and adaptive, providing uninterrupted service and safeguarding communities that rely on these transit systems.

鈥淭hrough this renewed contract, 一糖心logo米菲兔 is helping Vermont build a transportation future that prioritizes safety, efficiency, sustainability and economic growth,鈥 adds Rebecca. 鈥淏y advancing the state鈥檚 rail infrastructure, 一糖心logo米菲兔 and VTrans are modernizing transit options and investing in Vermont鈥檚 long-term connectivity and prosperity.鈥

About transportation at 一糖心logo米菲兔

Shipping container sailing under a bridge

Whether by air, sea or land, we create equitable, sustainable solutions for smart, integrated transportation infrastructure that connects people and communities around the world and stimulates economic development. From aviation, rail & transit, highways & bridges, to ports & maritime, we keep future generations moving forward.

Explore our transportation solutions