Tag #Transport

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Edinburgh Airport Grounds All Flights Due to IT Issue

An IT issue at Edinburgh Airport's air traffic control system grounded all flights for about four hours from around 3 PM on December 17, causing at least 30 cancellations, numerous delays, and passenger disruptions, before operations resumed at 6:25 PM.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
faz.net
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Ohmtal-Dreieck Opens, Boosting German Regional Connectivity

The Ohmtal-Dreieck highway interchange in Germany, connecting the A49 and A5 near Homberg/Ohm, opened after a lengthy construction period, significantly improving transportation links and regional economic prospects.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
zeit.de
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Riedbahn Reopens After 1.3 Billion Euro Overhaul

After a five-month closure for a 1.3 billion Euro renovation, the Riedbahn, a key 70km German rail line between Frankfurt and Mannheim, reopened, aiming to reduce delays by up to 80 percent; full service resumes December 24th.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
faz.net
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Deutsche Bahn's 4,000km Network Upgrade: Challenges and Delays

Deutsche Bahn plans to renovate 4,000 kilometers of its railway network by 2030, including a complete closure of the Hamburg-Berlin line from August 2025 to April 2026 for modernization, causing significant delays; the recent completion of the Riedbahn line resulted in a 1% increase in punctuality.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
thetimes.com
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Swiss Rail Travel: Efficiency and Scenic Beauty

A travelogue detailing a Swiss rail journey showcasing the efficiency and scenic beauty of various lines, from the Belle Époque carriages to the Gotthard Panorama Express, highlighting punctuality and integration with other transportation.

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44% Bias Score

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repubblica.it
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Brembo and Michelin Partnership Improves Braking Distance by Four Meters

Brembo and Michelin partnered to improve vehicle braking performance by integrating Michelin's real-time tire data (wear, load, grip) with Brembo's AI-powered Sensify braking system, resulting in up to a four-meter reduction in emergency braking distances during initial tests.

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sueddeutsche.de
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Hessian Train Network Sees Upgrades in Winter Timetable

The new winter train schedule in Hesse, Germany, effective December 17th, brings changes to the S-Bahn Rhein-Main network, including the S6 line extension to Langen and Darmstadt, a 15-minute frequency between Frankfurt and Bad Vilbel, new bus connections between Wetterau, Hochtaunus, and Main-Taunu...

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welt.de
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Riedbahn Rail Line Reopens After €1.3 Billion Renovation

After a five-month, €1.3 billion renovation, the Riedbahn rail line between Frankfurt and Mannheim reopened on Saturday, December 23, 2023, improving the reliability of Germany's rail network by modernizing 111 kilometers of tracks, 152 switches, and other infrastructure, impacting around 360 daily ...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
dailymail.co.uk
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Bird Strike Forces American Airlines Flight to Make Emergency Landing at JFK

A bird strike caused a brief engine fire on American Airlines flight 190 from LaGuardia Airport to Charlotte on Thursday evening, forcing an emergency landing at JFK Airport; all passengers and crew were safe.

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nos.nl
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Qbuzz Friesland Launch Marred by Operational Shortfalls

Qbuzz took over Friesland's public transport on December 14th, 2023, but faces major challenges due to driver shortages, delayed bus deliveries, and inadequate depots, resulting in concerns about service quality and the use of temporary measures, including touring cars and temporary facilities.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
nos.nl
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Qbuzz Friesland Launch Hampered by Shortages and Operational Issues

Qbuzz began operating Friesland's public transport on December 14th, facing immediate challenges including driver shortages (using drivers from Groningen and Drenthe and touring cars), insufficient buses (with new buses delayed until the Christmas holiday), and inadequate facilities (temporary restr...

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60% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
nos.nl
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Lelystad Airport: F-35s Conditional on Commercial Flights

The municipality of Lelystad and the province of Flevoland demand that Lelystad Airport accommodate both commercial and military flights; otherwise, they oppose using the airport as a base for F-35 fighter jets, prioritizing regional economic development over military needs. This decision follows pr...

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