Latest infrastructure & transportation news and updates
Young Brothers has appointed Steen Christensen as its new president, effective January 13, 2026, signaling a potential overhaul of interisland shipping strategies and costs. Businesses relying on…
An unexploded ordnance discovery has triggered an indefinite closure of Farrington Highway near Kahi Mohala, severing a key West Oahu artery. Businesses reliant on this route face immediate…
The Honolulu City Council is advancing a bill to raise fares for TheBus, TheHandi-Van, and Skyline, marking the first increase since 2022. This move will directly impact employees commuting via…
The appointment of Steen Christensen as the new president of Young Brothers introduces potential shifts in interisland shipping prices and service reliability, affecting supply chain costs for Hawaii…
A recent pedestrian fatality in Kalihi is likely to prompt heightened traffic enforcement and potential infrastructure changes, impacting businesses reliant on local transport and real estate owners.…
The expansion of Hui Car Share and increased shuttle frequency near the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa campus introduces new transportation alternatives for students and faculty. Small business…
The strong adoption of Honolulu's online learner's permit exam indicates a significant shift towards digital administrative processes, potentially impacting the speed at which new drivers enter the…
Ongoing enhancements to Honolulu's elevated rail system are creating more reliable commute options for employees, potentially reducing late arrivals and improving operational consistency. Small…
The rescheduling of public hearings for the Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill expansion introduces significant uncertainty regarding waste disposal capacity and costs for Hawaii businesses.…
Construction has begun on a new bathroom and wastewater system at Kahului Small Boat Harbor, potentially impacting harbor operations and marine-based businesses. Tourism and small business operators…
A recent power outage at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport highlights systemic infrastructure vulnerabilities that could lead to cascading disruptions for tourism and local businesses. Repeated…
The Maui Oceanfront Marathon on January 18, 2026, will cause lane closures and significant traffic delays along Honoapiʻilani Highway, impacting logistics and customer access for businesses. Tourism…
A critical motorcycle crash on Pali Highway has led to immediate traffic diversions and potential ongoing delays. Businesses relying on timely transport or staff commutes via this route should…
The ongoing failure of the Molokai weather radar, critical for Oahu's forecasting, leaves agriculture, tourism, and small businesses with reduced lead time for weather-dependent operations.…
The Pasha Group, a key Hawaii shipping and logistics provider, has hired a new Vice President of Government Affairs, Cary Davis. This strategic hire may indicate a shift in advocacy and corporate…
U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda has successfully secured $1.1 million in federal funding for crucial upgrades to the Lahaina Water Treatment Plant on Maui. This investment is a significant step…
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation (HDOT) is initiating a significant infrastructure upgrade on Maui by closing a shoulder of Piʻilani Highway to construct a new intersection at East…
General Motors' significant reduction in electric vehicle (EV) investments, totaling $6 billion, signals a broader industry retrenchment driven by shifting federal policies and cooling consumer…
A significant Boeing order by Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian's parent company, casts a shadow over the future of Hawaiian's Airbus A321neo fleet, potentially signaling a move towards an all-Boeing…