Tag #Transport

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Murphy Asks Trump to Review NYC Congestion Pricing Plan

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy urged the Trump administration to review New York City's congestion pricing plan, citing an incomplete environmental impact study and negative effects on New Jersey, while New York Governor Kathy Hochul warned of a $15 billion funding shortfall if the plan is scrapped...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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South Korea to Upgrade Airport Safety Following Deadly Crash

A South Korean plane crash in December 2024 killed 179 people, prompting changes to navigation barriers at seven airports and runway safety area extensions at seven others after an internal report revealed safety issues.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Xinjiang Tunnel Construction Progressing Despite Challenges

The 15.7-kilometer West Tianshan Super-Long Tunnel in Xinjiang, China, is under construction to connect northern and southern Xinjiang by late October 2027, reducing travel time between Yili and Aksu from 1,710 km to less than 500 km, despite facing geological and environmental challenges.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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American Airlines Faces Pressure to Match United's Success

American Airlines is under pressure to present strong Q1 2025 results following United Airlines' record-breaking performance and projections; American's stock underperforms competitors, raising concerns about its revenue generation, margins and hub profitability.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
china.org.cn
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Xinjiang Tunnel Construction Progressing Despite Challenges

The 15.7-kilometer West Tianshan Super-Long Tunnel in Xinjiang, China, connecting Yili and Aksu prefectures, faces challenges like flooding and extreme temperatures but is progressing as planned for completion by late October 2027, significantly reducing travel time and boosting regional development...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Fiumicino Airport's Mega Solar Farm Powers Expansion Plan

Fiumicino Airport in Rome opened Europe's largest airport solar farm (2.5 sq km, 55,000 panels, 30+ million kWh annually), enabling energy independence and supporting a planned "9 billion euro" expansion including a new terminal and fourth runway.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
cnn.com
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Record Snowstorm Cripples South, Causes Widespread Disruptions and Fatalities

A major winter storm slammed the Southern US, breaking snowfall records in cities like New Orleans (8 inches), causing widespread airport and road closures, and resulting in at least nine deaths due to cold weather and accidents.

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Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
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Record Southern US Snowstorm Causes Widespread Disruption

Record snowfall of up to 10 inches blanketed parts of Texas, Louisiana, and Florida on Tuesday, causing numerous deaths, widespread transportation disruptions, and exceeding historical snowfall records; the storm is now moving into North Carolina and South Carolina.

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Good Health and Well-being
dailymail.co.uk
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Qantas Raises Long-Haul Flight Fares by Two Percent

Qantas announced a two percent fare increase on Economy and Premium Economy long-haul flights from Australia and New Zealand to the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, effective March 21, 2024, following a 28 percent drop in its 2024 post-tax profit.

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Reduced Inequality
sueddeutsche.de
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Hamburg Hochbahn Announces Major U-Bahn Upgrades, Closures Planned for 2024

The Hamburg Hochbahn announced extensive U-Bahn upgrades for 2024, including U1 bridge replacements, U3 platform extensions, and U4 line extension completion, causing temporary closures and bus replacements from March to November, to improve the system's capacity and attractiveness.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
forbes.com
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Trenitalia Tops European Rail Operator Ranking Amid Calls for Service Improvements

A Transport & Environment report ranks Trenitalia as Europe's top rail operator, highlighting the importance of affordability and reliability, while recommending EU regulations to improve cross-border booking and punctuality.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
theguardian.com
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Heathrow Expansion Backed by UK Government Despite Environmental Concerns

The UK government is reportedly planning to support a third runway at Heathrow Airport and wider South East airport expansion, prioritizing economic growth despite environmental concerns; this contrasts with Gatwick's simpler, less costly expansion plan.

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Climate Action