The carrier said it is working with private rail developer Texas Central Partners to seek federal funds to further determine viability of reviving the stalled project.
Lane Construction and Webuild Group will build privately funded Dallas-to-Houston line after state high court declined to hear challenge to developer Texas Central's eminent domain rights.
Railroad agency signoffs provide some momentum for private developer, which earlier this year paused plans for $20B effort due to coronavirus pandemic’s impact on global financial markets.
Private developer Texas Central announced last month the newest member of its team that will build the high-speed train connecting Houston and North Texas.
Construction could begin as soon as next year on a 240-mile high-speed rail line between Houston and Dallas if permitting goes smoothly, according to officials.
