Tag #Transport

theglobeandmail.com
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Ontario's DriveON System Replaces Outdated Vehicle Inspection Program

Ontario is replacing its decades-old Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS) program with the digital DriveON system by March 31, 2025, aiming to improve consistency and reduce fraud in vehicle safety inspections through a tablet-based system with digital record-keeping and potential remote auditing...

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Reduced Inequality
genova.repubblica.it
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PSA Invests €900 Million to Upgrade Genoa's Pra' Container Terminal

PSA Italy's €900 million investment will transform Genoa's Pra' container terminal into a leading logistics hub by 2025, increasing efficiency and attracting more traffic, with projected 2024 TEU handling exceeding 1.5 million units.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
lemonde.fr
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"RATP Sells London Bus Networks to FirstGroup for €109 Million"

"RATP is selling its three London bus networks (89 lines, 3700 employees, 982 buses) to FirstGroup for £90 million (€109 million), allowing RATP to refocus on rail and automated metro projects while FirstGroup expands into London. The sale is subject to regulatory approval and will take several mont...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
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Edinburgh Airport Fuel Tanker Strike Announced

Fuel tanker drivers at Edinburgh Airport, members of the Unite union, will strike for 19 days from December 18 to January 6 due to a rejected 4.5% pay increase offer; this may disrupt long-haul flights and some LoganAir services.

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
repubblica.it
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Airlines to Carry Record 5.2 Billion Passengers in 2025

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) forecasts a record 5.2 billion air passengers in 2025, with \$1 trillion in revenue and \$36.6 billion net profit, driven by lower oil prices, but hampered by supply chain issues and infrastructure limitations.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
smh.com.au
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Qantas Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Brake Malfunction

On Tuesday morning, Qantas flight QF1929, an E190 jet traveling from Brisbane to Adelaide, returned to Brisbane for an emergency landing after a brake malfunction was reported 40 minutes into the flight; all passengers landed safely.

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Good Health and Well-being
sueddeutsche.de
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"Autobahn 49 Opening Delayed Until First Quarter of 2024"

"Due to necessary repairs and to avoid exacerbating existing traffic issues near Kassel, the final section of Autobahn 49, connecting Schwalmstadt to the Ohmtal triangle, will open in the first quarter of 2024, not before the end of 2023 as initially planned."

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
allafrica.com
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Beitbridge Border Post Modernization: Reduced Crossing Times and Enhanced Trade

The $300 million Beitbridge Border Post modernization project, completed ahead of schedule, reduced crossing times by over 70%, curbing illicit trade and boosting Zimbabwe's tax revenue, showcasing successful public-private collaboration.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
lefigaro.fr
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RATP Sells London Bus Operations to Focus on Rail

RATP is selling its London bus subsidiary, RDTL, to FirstGroup for £90 million to focus on its rail strategy, including automated metro and regional rail projects. RDTL operates 89 routes with 982 buses and 3700 employees.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
zeit.de
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"Deutsche Bahn Expands Train Services Across Germany"

"Deutsche Bahn is expanding its train services in several regions of Germany, including new direct connections to the Baltic coast and improved services to Chemnitz, Leipzig, Prague and the Altmark, with tickets for domestic travel now bookable up to 12 months in advance."

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
dailymail.co.uk
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FirstGroup to Re-enter London Bus Market with £90 Million Acquisition

FirstGroup will acquire RATP Dev Transit London for £90 million, gaining a 12% share of the London bus market with 1000 buses and 3700 employees, expanding its portfolio amidst UK rail nationalization plans and expected revenue growth to £350 million annually within five years.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
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Translink Faces Criticism Amidst Service Disruptions and Funding Concerns in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's public transport system, Translink, faces criticism for service disruptions and underfunding, impacting commuters and city center traffic; Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd says he would provide more funding if possible, while other stakeholders emphasize the need for long-term ...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities