April 09, 2024 | Grants
MDOT Commission intermodal awards announced
MDOT Commission intermodal awards were announced and the Port of Greenville is being awarded $2.2 million for an E-Crane purchase.
( See the above example video of an E-crane is action )
The Mississippi Transportation Commission (MTC) recently announced the award of $30 million in grants for intermodal transportation projects throughout the state. MTC approved the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) to award grants to regional and municipal airports, ports and railroads throughout Mississippi.
“The Transportation Commission is supportive of all modes of our transportation system,” said Commissioner Willie Simmons, Chairman, Mississippi Transportation Commission. “We appreciate the Legislature providing these funds which will be essential in enhancing our airports, ports and rail system, to secure them economically for years to come.”
“Our airports, ports and railways are the backbone of Mississippi’s economic future,” said Brad White, MDOT Executive Director. “I am optimistic this funding will allow for strategic infrastructure improvements that foster economic development.”
The Strategic Multi-Modal Investments Fund was established in the 2023 Regular Legislative Session where non-federal funds may be appropriated by the Legislature. The purpose of the fund is to increase capacity for the movement of freight and increase economic activity while supporting long-term economic growth in our state. The original appropriation included $30 million in state funds, which were made available to ports, railroads and airports across the state. MDOT initiated a call for projects on Dec. 18, 2023 with the application period closing Jan. 31, 2024. MDOT received 51 grant applications with funding requests totaling approximately $86 million from 43 agencies.
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