Orlando International Airport

Orlando International Airport Sets Stage for Terminal C’s Phase Two Expansion

8:00 am on November 4, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

In a recent move signifying growth, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority greenlit a contract on October 18th, laying the groundwork for the next expansion phase of the newly inaugurated Terminal C at Orlando International Airport. As per the Orlando Business Journal, the authority responsible for managing both Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport endorsed a $1.09 million contract with Ricondo & Associates. This Chicago-based aviation consultancy, with a branch in Orlando, will commence outlining the development trajectory for the terminal’s forthcoming phase. Envisioned plans suggest the potential to more than double the existing gates of the south terminal. Currently, the terminal boasts 15 gates, with an additional four in the pipeline and various facilities.

Brightline Begins High-Speed Rail Service Between Orlando And Miami

8:00 am on September 25, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

On September 22, Brightline’s passenger rail service between Orlando and Miami officially commenced. The inaugural train, named Bright Pink, arrived in Orlando at 11:05 a.m., warmly welcomed by over 500 elected officials, business leaders, community partners, and company executives from across the state. This celebration served as an emphatic statement regarding the boldest private infrastructure project in the nation and represents the revival of Henry Flagler’s original vision for the Florida East Coast Railway. A project a decade in the making, Brightline’s launch is poised to revolutionize train travel in America, presenting a model for connecting city pairs that are too close to fly between and yet too far to drive.

Brightline Announces Transportation Partnerships In Orlando To Enhance Travel Experience

8:00 am on September 22, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline and Mears Transportation have announced a strategic partnership to conveniently connect travelers between the Brightline Orlando Station in partnership with Orlando Health and various popular regional destinations. The Mears Transportation fleet will seamlessly integrate into Brightline’s innovative door-to-door booking service, Brightline+, available on its mobile app and website. This integration will empower guests to plan and book their journey within one streamlined transaction efficiently. Brightline patrons looking to reserve a car will also enjoy special rates through Brightline’s preferred partnership with Avis Car Rental.

Brightline To Launch High-Speed Rail Service to Orlando International Airport Starting September 22

8:00 am on September 14, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline, recognized for its modern and eco-friendly intercity rail service in the United States, is set to launch its route to Orlando International Airport on September 22, 2023. Travelers can now book inaugural rides at gobrightline.com or via the Brightline app for iOS and Android.

Brightline Celebrates Completion Of Construction For Orlando Expansion

8:00 am on June 23, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline, the premier provider of modern, eco-friendly intercity rail in the United States, recently marked a significant milestone with the completion of construction in Orlando. This achievement sets the stage for the highly anticipated service launch between Central and South Florida later this summer. To commemorate this achievement, a gathering of mayors from Brightline station cities and Brightline Orlando construction team members came together to discuss the profound transportation and economic impact this innovative rail service will bring to Florida.

Brightline Reveals First Look Inside Its New Station At Orlando International Airport

8:00 am on January 10, 2023 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline has pulled back the curtain on Central Florida’s latest attraction, Brightline’s Orlando Station. Yesterday, Brightline released renderings of the future station, located at Orlando International Airport, which will connect millions and regionalize the state. The station spans three stories, featuring groundbreaking design and a unique synthesis of luxury amenities that meet the demand of today’s modern traveler. Opening this year, Brightline’s Orlando Station will revolutionize train travel in America and continue Brightline’s vision of offering a guest-first travel experience.

Brightline Orlando Welcomes Two New Trainsets, Bright Pink 2 and Bright Green 2

7:30 am on July 27, 2022 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly intercity rail welcomes two more trains to Orlando, “Bright Green 2” and “Bright Pink 2.” Brightline’s two trains arrived together at Brightline’s Vehicle Maintenance Facility located south of Orlando International Airport, adding to the fleet of trains that will carry passengers between Orlando and South Florida. Bright Green 2 and Bright Pink 2, six-car trains consisting of two locomotives and four passenger coaches each, left the Siemens Rolling Stock facility in Sacramento on July 8. In total they traveled 3,000 miles across 10 states en route to Florida.

Brightline Completes First Major Construction Zone For Orlando Extension

8:00 am on February 24, 2022 By Oscar Nunez

Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, has completed its first major construction zone (Zone 2) on its 170-mile extension from West Palm Beach to Orlando International Airport (OIA). One of four zones along this extension, Zone 2 is a 3.5-mile-long section on Brightline’s corridor leading into OIA and represents one of the most complex and challenging areas for construction in the entire project. The Orlando extension is 70 percent complete and employs more than 1,300 daily construction workers and is scheduled to be finished by the end of 2022. The Middlesex Corporation, based in Orlando, served as the general contractor, and constructed the corridor over 33 months through the work of over 100 employees who logged more than 419,000 hours.

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