Tag #Infrastructure

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Extreme Heat Causes Autobahn Damage in Hessen

Two sections of the German Autobahn A5 suffered significant damage due to extreme heat, resulting in "blow-ups" near Fernwald and Bensheim. Repairs necessitate road closures and asphalt replacement.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
kathimerini.gr
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Athens Tackles Traffic Congestion with Short-Term Fixes and Delayed Long-Term Projects

To alleviate traffic congestion in Athens, Greece, the Ministry of Infrastructure plans a new Attiki Odos exit near Metamorphosis, while a larger Kymīs Avenue extension project is stalled by legal challenges; concurrently, a Skaramangas interchange is under construction for €36 million.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
mk.ru
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Differing Railway Gauges Create Billions in Costs and Years of Delays for European Infrastructure Projects

Russia's 1524 mm railway gauge, built in the late 19th century, creates significant challenges for neighboring countries, delaying a joint Scandinavian defense program and the Rail Baltica project due to necessary track replacements or dual-gauge solutions, resulting in billions of euros in added co...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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China's High-Speed Rail: A Global Model for Development and Connectivity

China's high-speed rail network, spanning over 48,000 kilometers, connects 97 percent of cities with populations exceeding 500,000, serving as a global model for infrastructure development and driving international collaboration, showcased at the 12th World Congress on High-Speed Rail in Beijing.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Kyiv Metro Tunnel Collapse: Officials Knew, Prosecutor Alleges

Kyiv's Prosecutor General revealed recordings indicating city officials knew about the deteriorating Kyiv metro tunnel between Demiyivska and Lybidska stations before its December 2023 collapse, leading to charges and over 138.5 million hryvnias in losses.

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Good Health and Well-being
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France Allocates €4 Billion to Address Mayotte's Socio-Economic Crisis

The French Parliament approved a bill allocating €4 billion to Mayotte over six years to improve living conditions, combat illegal immigration and informal housing, and align social rights with mainland France by 2030, aiming to address the island's 77% poverty rate.

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No Poverty
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Groningen Station Reopens After Major Renovation, Facing Mixed Reactions

Groningen Station reopened after a 60-day renovation, transforming into a through-station with an underground passage, introducing access gates, but facing initial issues with lifts and signage, alongside ongoing construction of a new bus station and bicycle facilities.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Øresund Bridge: A Symbol of Scandinavian Unity and Cross-Border Integration

The Øresund Bridge, a combined bridge and tunnel connecting Denmark and Sweden, opened in July 2000, initially facing political opposition but now facilitating nearly 38 million cross-strait journeys annually, significantly boosting regional integration and tourism.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
zeit.de
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Rhine-Main Train Punctuality Drops Due to Construction

Due to numerous construction projects, the punctuality of S-Bahn and regional trains in the Rhine-Main area decreased in the first half of 2025, with almost half of all cancellations being construction-related; this contrasts with the improved bus punctuality in the Rhine-Neckar region.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
zeit.de
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Climate Change Poses Major Economic Threat to German Industry

Extreme weather events in Germany are causing billions of euros in economic damage, disrupting supply chains and impacting productivity, as seen in the 2018 Rhine low water levels (€250 million loss for BASF), the 2021 Ahrtal flood (€33 billion in damage), and reduced agricultural yields (up to 25%)...

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Climate Action
zeit.de
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Deutsche Bahn Punctuality Plunges to Record Low Amidst Infrastructure Issues and Heatwave

In June 2024, only 57.1% of Deutsche Bahn's long-distance trains arrived on time due to aging infrastructure and ongoing construction, dropping further to 35.5% on July 2nd because of record heat causing significant infrastructure damage.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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New High-Speed Rail Line Approved for Hamburg-Hannover, Despite Minister's Prior Opposition

Germany approved a new high-speed rail line between Hamburg and Hannover, addressing the current line's 147% capacity and projected future increases. The project, running through Finance Minister Klingbeil's district, aims to improve regional connectivity and reduce travel times by 2029, after overc...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

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