Tag #Transport

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"Italy Tightens Traffic Laws with Increased Fines"

"Italy introduces stricter traffic laws on Saturday, increasing fines for phone use while driving, speeding, and E-scooter violations, aiming to reduce the country's high traffic fatality rate."

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Good Health and Well-being
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Unequal Air Travel Distribution in the Netherlands: Climate Concerns Rise

A study reveals that 25% of Dutch residents account for 75% of the 15 million domestic flights between September 2023 and August 2024, with climate concerns now the leading reason for avoiding air travel.

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Climate Action
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Southern Netherlands Criticizes Partial Pipeline Plan, Citing Safety Risks

The Dutch government's decision to limit a new pipeline to hydrogen and CO2, despite plans to include other hazardous substances like ammonia and LPG, faces criticism from Southern Netherlands. The region fears increased risks and delays in development due to continued hazardous rail transport.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Luxury Train Journey Through Australia's Outback

The Ghan, a luxury sleeper train traversing 1,851 miles of Australia's outback, offers a comfortable way to explore remote regions, Aboriginal culture, and the historical struggles of European settlers; prices start at \$2,800 per person for a three-night journey.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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German Border Controls Cause Traffic Surge, Exacerbating Safety Concerns on N35

The reintroduction of German border controls has caused a 20-25% surge in trucks on the N35 near Enschede, adding 2000 per week, exacerbating safety concerns on this already dangerous road with 34 accidents (some fatal) in 5km over 5 years. The Dutch government previously rejected funding for safety...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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"Madrid Bans Pre-2006 Vehicles, Offers Exceptions for Residents and Specific Circumstances"

"Beginning January 1, 2025, vehicles lacking a DGT environmental label are banned from Madrid, except for those registered in the city; exceptions exist for medical transport and some self-employed individuals, requiring registration."

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Climate Action
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Dutch Air Travel: 25% of Population Accounts for 75% of Flights

A study by the KiM reveals that 25% of the Dutch population took 75% of the 15 million flights from September 2023 to August 2024, with climate concerns now the leading reason for not flying.

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Climate Action
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Train Driver Pay Deal Risks Worsening Christmas Rail Disruptions

Labour's 14% pay increase for train drivers, averaging nearly \£70,000 annually, is causing potential Christmas travel chaos due to reduced overtime availability, exposing the existing over-reliance on rest day working and impacting services already reduced due to planned engineering works.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Dutch Government Scales Back Pipeline Project, Leaving Hazardous Rail Transport Unchanged

The Dutch government decided to limit the Delta Rhine Corridor pipeline project to hydrogen and CO2 transport, leaving hazardous materials like ammonia and LPG to continue traveling by rail through South Netherlands, despite concerns over safety and the hindrance to housing development.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Deutsche Bahn Expands Rail Services in Central Germany and Beyond

Deutsche Bahn expands its rail services in Central Germany, the Baltic coast, and routes to Czechia starting Sunday, adding direct connections, extending booking periods to 12 months domestically, and introducing new high-speed trains. This includes two additional Intercity trains for Chemnitz in 20...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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DB's New Timetable: Expanded International Service, Stricter Cancellation Policies

Deutsche Bahn's new timetable, effective December 15th, includes expanded international routes (daily Berlin-Paris and Munich-Amsterdam ICEs), increased domestic Frankfurt-Berlin ICE services, and stricter Flexpreis ticket cancellation policies with fees starting seven days prior to travel; BahnCard...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Deutsche Bahn subsidiary takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network

Starting this Sunday, Deutsche Bahn's subsidiary Start takes over Saxony-Anhalt's diesel network from Abellio, transferring most staff and trains, adding one route, and removing another, with a phased rebranding planned.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth