(NIBS: Washington, D.C.) -- The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS), in conjunction with the Federal Highway Administration, announced the release of its Report for a Central Building Information Modeling (BIM) Transportation Library (CBTL), a landmark road map for creating national, interoperable BIM standards across highways, bridges, and transit infrastructure.

Developed through collaboration with industry leaders, federal and state agencies, and research partners, the report establishes a framework for modernizing the design, construction, and management of transportation assets. The CBTL has the potential to unify fragmented digital practices into a single, authoritative resource, reducing life cycle costs, streamlining project delivery, and strengthening resilience against natural and man-made threats.

“America’s global competitiveness depends on a transportation network built for the future,” says George Guszcza, president and CEO of NIBS. “By following the recommendations made in this report, the nation can harness digital innovation to deliver safer, smarter, and stronger infrastructure for every community.”

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