The NCAT Pavement Test Track is a real-world laboratory with an accelerated testing program that allows sponsors like the Florida Department of Transportation to test different asphalt mixes and technologies. Learn more about the important research venue in the latest edition of Florida Asphalt Magazine.

Meetings & Events

• Training: Using Polymer Modified Binders, Orlando, FL – Tuesday, August 9, 2022

• Training: Using Polymer Modified Binders, Midway, FL  – Thursday, August 11, 2022



• 2022 AAPT Annual Meeting – Mon., September 12-15, 2022

• 2022 Florida Asphalt Expo – Tues., December 13-15, 2022

FDOT Letting Dates

• District Five Letting – August 2, 2022



• District Four Letting – August 5, 2022

• District Seven Letting – August 10, 2022

• Turnpike Letting – August 16, 2022

• District Two Letting – August 17, 2022

• District One Letting – August 18, 2022

• District Three Letting – August 18, 2022

• District Six Letting – August 25, 2022

• Central Office Letting – August 31, 2022

Gainesville to Extend Pedestrian Access via FDOT’s SUN Trail Program



Alachua County Public Works has begun construction of the “Shared-Use Nonmotorized” (SUN) Trail in Gainesville along Archer Road from Southwest 75th Terrace to 41st Boulevard. The existing trail will be extended about 2.4 miles.

Source:The Gainesville Sun

Plans for Florida Turnpike Expansion Near Ocoee



Expanding the Florida turnpike near Ocoee will reduce congestion and increase safety on the mile and a half between SR 408 and SR 429. The project will better accommodate a projected increase of 110,000 more cars on the road by 2045.

Source: WESH 2 News

How Inflation is Impacting the Construction Industry 



Construction industry leaders are preparing for challenges as prices continue to rise due to record inflation rates.

Source: ABC News

Portion of Courtney Campbell Causeway Renamed After FDOT Employee



The Courtney Campbell Causeway in Clearwater has been renamed The Virginia Creighton Bridge after a longtime FDOT staff member who helped lead environmental efforts associated with the bridge.

Source: Bay News 9

Soybean Farmers Look Toward the Future of Soy-Based Asphalt

Adding soy to asphalt is said to enhance durability, boost longevity, reduce maintenance costs, and improve the product's environmental footprint.



Source: Southeast FarmPress

7 Practices for Transforming Your Leadership Style

Here's how to earn respect, stay loyal, and produce record-breaking results. 

Source: Entrepreneur

ATS Introduces New QC Lab at Duval Asphalt Products, Inc.

Asphalt Testing Solutions & Engineering has unveiled its new quality control lab!

Image credit: ATS

Hubbard Construction Company Honors Greg Reeder for 30 Years of Service

Hubbard Construction recently congratulated QC Road Specialist Greg Reeder for celebrating three decades of service with the company.

Image credit: Hubbard Construction Company