The Boring Company, founded by Elon Musk, is in discussions with federal officials to potentially assist with Amtrak’s Frederick Douglass Tunnel project.
The initiative aims to replace the aging Baltimore & Potomac Tunnel, a critical bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor.
Initially estimated at $4 billion, the project’s costs have escalated to approximately $8.5 billion.
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has engaged with The Boring Company to explore cost-saving measures and improved construction efficiency.
While no formal contracts have been awarded, the discussions focus on a potential “value engineering” review of the project’s design and costs.
The FRA is consulting multiple stakeholders to manage the rising expenses.
The Frederick Douglass Tunnel is designed to be a 2-mile electrified tunnel, allowing trains to travel at speeds up to 100 mph, significantly improving upon the current speed limitations of the existing tunnel.
Construction is scheduled to begin in 2026, with completion expected by 2035.
The Boring Company has previously completed projects like the Las Vegas Convention Center Loop and is exploring various tunneling projects worldwide. Its involvement in the Frederick Douglass Tunnel project could mark a significant expansion into large-scale public infrastructure.
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