Key leaders from aviation, roads, ports and the railway sector will explore comprehensive strategies for transportation infrastructure. These thought leaders will review the opportunities and obstacles impacting how transportation and economic development authorities execute a multimodal approach to infrastructure investment. Additionally, they’ll outline ongoing projects and prospective ventures shaping the future landscape of transportation infrastructure.

Coast-to-coast we have seen the P3 model deliver award-winning consolidated rent-a-car (ConRAC) facilities and parking structures for some of the largest and busiest airports in the U.S. Many airport authorities have embraced the model to revitalize entire airport precincts, realize their master redevelopment strategies and elevate the travel experience for their customers. There is demand for improved parking infrastructure at many airports across the U.S., and several authorities have announced parking projects as part of their pipelines. This session will explore:

• The benefits of delivering airport parking projects as a P3, for authorities and communities
• Successful airport parking P3 case studies
• How the P3 model can unlock value for major parking projects and structuring for success.

In this session, participants will gain insight into some of the available Federal funding opportunities through the various Federal programs.  Representatives from the Build America Bureau and the Build America Center will highlight some of the programs that are currently in implementation as well as upcoming programs and funding opportunities.  They will also discuss some of the technical assistance efforts available for public agencies to take advantage of these programs and funding opportunities to help in the development of funding applications and related projects.

The session will discuss the procurement and selection process related the Virgin Islands Port Authority Airport P3 Process.  How the Authority and the short-listed proposers thinking evolved on topics related to design, constructability, resiliency, sustainability,employee transition, operations, maintenance, during the procurement period.  Also the strategy behind the RFP business and financial plans and the financial form of offer.  We also negotiated the tranistion and the P3 agreement during the procurement period.  The session will provide first account insights into the process.

The Authority's development of its outreach plan and stakeholder engagement with employees, its Board of Governors and the public.  The panel will give the perspective from the Government sponsor and private sector perspective as well as the advisory and legal sides.

Bidding teams werecomprised of airport terminal developers, investments funds, airport operators, designers, legal, business development and HR specialists.

Local and regional funding typically provide the largest share of governmental funding for transportation programs around the country - much greater than federal grants and loans or state investment. There are scores of initiatives and citizen-sponsored measures around the country on the ballot in November, many seeking voter approval for local tax increases or other fees for needed transportation infrastructure development, rehabilitation, and operations and maintenance. This session will explore the recent history - including successes and failures - of local transportation-rebated measures in key locations around the US. The session will also provide an overview of what to expect in upcoming elections and focus on several key local initiatives that will be seeking voter approval in November.

This panel will draw on the experience of public owners and seasoned P3 consultants who have helped successfully lay the groundwork for, launch and maintain P3 programs built for long-term success.  This interactive panel will explore topics ranging from the role of P3 legislation and the importance of developing a core P3 delivery team to navigating political roadblocks that can arise during the course of high-profile procurements.

Join us at this special evening networking receptions for all attendees. Enjoy drinks and light fare while meeting with exhibitors, speakers, and conference delegates. 

Mr. Porcari has spearheaded some of America’s most complex projects and has been instrumental in advancing equitable, community-serving infrastructure policies and projects at all levels of government.

Mr. Porcari recently completed a temporary role as the White House Port & Supply Chain Envoy, leading a series of operational and structural changes to relieve the pandemic-induced global stresses on the US supply chain. He is also the co-founder of the Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP), a national non-profit dedicated to creating generational wealth for Historically Underutilized Businesses through voluntary public agency pledges to grow these businesses from subcontractors to prime contractors and joint venture partners.

He served as Deputy Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation from 2009-2014 and co-chaired then-candidate Biden’s Infrastructure Policy Committee during the 2020 presidential election campaign. Mr. Porcari also twice served as Secretary of the Maryland Department of Transportation (1999-2002 and 2006-2009), restructuring America’s only truly multi-modal state transportation agency to incorporate the principles of Smart Growth, using Community Benefits Agreements to ensure equity in transportation projects and successfully delivering a number of multi-billion dollar transit, airport, port, passenger/freight rail and highway projects throughout the state.

Don't miss the chance to hear from John D. Porcari, and gain insights from his wealth of experience and leadership in infrastructure, development and policy-making across local, state and federal government.

With the increasing frequency of weather-related incidents, transportation agencies are redefining their planning processes to prioritize resiliency. While natural disasters remain inevitable, proactive strategies can significantly mitigate their impact, enabling quicker and smoother recovery while minimizing disruptions to personal, commercial, and business activities. Join us to hear firsthand accounts of how transportation agencies are implementing resilient strategies to safeguard their infrastructure and communities against future challenges.

The William H. Gray III 30th Street Station Redevelopment Project is being delivered through a P3 agreement that could serve as a framework for jurisdictions across the country as they look to modernize existing/operating facilities in land-restricted cities. Gain an owner’s perspective of why P3 was the right option. Learn the importance of an engaged and committed lead developer and hear more on market challenges and approaches to renovating a national landmark facility while limiting the impact on rail operations. We’ll share the unique challenges faced when taking over the O&M of an existing facility in full operation on day one of the term. Finally, we will touch on the great opportunities, plans, and actions focused on community support and inclusions that this transformative and long-term agreement provides.

Truck, train, ship or plane ... it gets there quickly on the North Carolina Logistics Highway. Getting your freight to consumers swiftly, efficiently, and safely is at the center of your everyday operations. An innovative merging of transportation partners creates a shipping solution that is delivering goods to more than 50 percent of the U.S. population within one shipping day. The CSX Carolina Connector Intermodal Terminal in Rocky Mount, NC, joined with the NC Global TransPark, and the NC, SC, GA, and VA Ports to ensure the world is within your reach with the Logistics Highway. Hear from each of these entities as they discuss partnering together to build customizable travel routes for businesses, their growing logistics operations, and the value of the venture for the State and its economic development operations. In a world of both international and domestic logistics, trying to get products swiftly and economically from one point to another, means innovation and collaboration. The Carolina Connector is positioned to reach more than 5 million consumers within a 120-mile radius. Importers and exporters can tap into a faster supply chain through a direct rail connection between the ports and terminal. The longest runway in North Carolina, the Global TransPark is designed with industrial users in mind. Bringing together this unique group for a one-of-a-kind panel, with the moderating by the Carolinas Gateway Partnership, is something transit and economic partners should not miss. Whether it is truck, train, ship or plane, it's easier going with the North Carolina Logistics Highway. 

Recent legislative updates enable transit agencies to repurpose eligible real estate for transit-oriented development, EV charging, and mobility-hubs. Focusing on the success stories of the Wexler Apartment and Salvator Apartment Transit Oriented Development (TOD) projects in Sacramento, the panel discussion delves into the key role of TOD in simultaneously tackling the pressing challenges of housing shortages and reducing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions through collaborative public-private partnerships. Join us to learn how the Sacramento experience can serve as a blueprint for other regions seeking sustainable solutions to transportation, housing and climate challenges.

Technology plays a pivotal role in transportation planning, influencing decisions from smart mobility solutions to intelligent transportation systems and electrification initiatives, to include the safety and security of those systems. It’s imperative for owners and stakeholders to stay abreast of these innovations. Join our expert panel as they delve into how public agencies are embracing and implementing a technology-driven approach to enhance their transportation infrastructure and the risks to that infrastructure.