Tag #Transport

usa.chinadaily.com.cn
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Huangmaohai Link Opens, Boosting Greater Bay Area Connectivity

The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage connecting Zhuhai and Jiangmen in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, commenced trial operations on Wednesday, reducing travel time significantly and boosting regional connectivity and economic integration.

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60% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
en.yna.co.kr
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Korean Air Completes Asiana Acquisition, Forming Global Mega-Carrier

Korean Air completed its acquisition of Asiana Airlines on December 11, 2024, creating a mega-carrier expected to rank 10th globally, after securing approval from 13 countries and addressing US competition concerns via code-sharing partnerships. This merger faces integration challenges and potential...

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32% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
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"Stonehaven Derailment Inquiry to Begin January 29th"

"A preliminary hearing for a fatal accident inquiry into the Stonehaven train derailment, which killed three people in August 2020 after a landslide caused a derailment, will be held on January 29th. Network Rail admitted to safety failings and was fined £6.7 million."

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
cnn.com
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JAL Launches Baggage Delivery Service to Ease Tokyo Transit Congestion

Japan Airlines started a same-day luggage delivery service from Haneda Airport to 14 Tokyo wards for $30 per bag, aiming to reduce strain on public transport amid record tourism.

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32% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Ontario's DriveON System Replaces Outdated Vehicle Inspection Program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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32% Bias Score

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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52% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
europe.chinadaily.com.cn
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Huangmaohai Link Commences Trial Operation, Boosting GBA Connectivity

The Huangmaohai Link, a 31-kilometer cross-sea passage in Guangdong's Greater Bay Area, started trial operation on Wednesday, reducing travel time between Zhuhai and Jiangmen to 30 minutes and improving regional connectivity.

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52% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
nrc.nl
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NS Improves Train Service Despite Poor European Ranking

NS implemented its largest timetable change in years, adding 1600 weekly trains, improving frequency on popular routes, but a recent report ranks NS poorly against European counterparts on price, passenger experience and affordable fares.

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40% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
jpost.com
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El Al's US Flight Monopoly Persists Despite Delta's Planned Return

El Al maintains a monopoly on direct flights between Israel and the US, controlling 11% of Ben-Gurion Airport's US passenger traffic in November; despite Delta planning to resume flights in April 2025, regulatory hurdles and high Delta fares hinder competition and keep prices elevated.

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32% Bias Score

genova.repubblica.it
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Genoa Airport to Re-Launch Privatization in 2025

Genoa Airport, recovering from a €3 million deficit, will relaunch privatization efforts in 2025, guided by a new advisor selected in January. Five entities have expressed initial interest, and the process aims to transfer operational management to a private partner, leveraging recent €100 million i...

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44% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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