Tag #Transportation

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High-Speed Rail in Europe: An Unsustainable Project

A proposed Europe-wide high-speed rail network, while seemingly green and modern, is deemed economically and ecologically unsustainable due to its high cost (€20-50 million/km) and limited CO2 emission reduction (2-15% of aviation emissions), with alternative solutions like sustainable aviation fuel...

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Climate Action
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Dutch Railway Unions Reject NS Wage Offer, Further Strikes Threatened

Dutch railway unions VVMC and FNV rejected NS's final wage offer of 4% this year and 2.75% next year, while CNV accepted; further strikes are threatened due to disagreements over wages and working conditions.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Hanover Network Train Operations Restructured

Starting June 14, 2026, the Hanover network's train operations will be split between Metronom and DB Regio, with Metronom retaining most Hamburg lines and DB Regio taking over the RE2 line from Uelzen to Göttingen; this follows Metronom's request to terminate its contract early due to financial diff...

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Ford Recalls 850,000 Vehicles Due to Fuel Pump Failure

Ford is recalling over 850,000 vehicles in the US due to potential fuel pump failure causing engine stalls, impacting various Ford and Lincoln models from 2021-2023; no accidents reported yet.

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Good Health and Well-being
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German Airfares Soar Amidst High Taxes and Limited Flight Capacity

A DLR study reveals significantly higher airfares at German airports this summer, with average one-way ticket prices ranging from €67 to €130, due to limited flight availability and high taxes and fees, impacting both budget and traditional airlines.

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Reduced Inequality
dailymail.co.uk
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French Air Traffic Control Strikes Disrupt Thousands of British Holidaymakers' Travel Plans

French air traffic controller strikes caused over 160 Ryanair flight cancellations, affecting 30,000 passengers, and significant Eurostar delays, disrupting thousands of British holidaymakers' travel plans due to understaffing and poor working conditions.

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theglobeandmail.com
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Port of Churchill Expands Capacity, Boosting Northern Manitoba Trade

Arctic Gateway Group has tripled the Port of Churchill's critical mineral storage capacity and added a second weekly freight train on the Hudson Bay Railway, aiming to increase trade through Hudson Bay and improve access to northern Manitoba communities; this expansion is supported by federal and pr...

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International Delegates Praise China's Smart High-Speed Railway

Over 270 delegates from more than 20 countries and international organizations lauded China's Beijing-Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway on July 11, 2025, praising its 350 km/h speed, comfort, and advanced smart technologies, including AI and the Beidou navigation system, that have improved efficiency a...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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New High-Speed Rail Line Approved for Hamburg-Hannover, Despite Minister's Prior Opposition

Germany approved a new high-speed rail line between Hamburg and Hannover, addressing the current line's 147% capacity and projected future increases. The project, running through Finance Minister Klingbeil's district, aims to improve regional connectivity and reduce travel times by 2029, after overc...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
zeit.de
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Brandenburg Supports Five-Year Extension of Deutschlandticket, Demands Federal Funding

Brandenburg's transportation minister proposes a five-year extension of the €58 Deutschlandticket, urging the federal government to cover rising costs to maintain the current state contribution cap of €1.5 billion annually; Berlin's mayor previously questioned its future.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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VW's Autonomous ID Buzz Successfully Navigates Hamburg

Volkswagen successfully tested its autonomous ID Buzz AD vehicle in Hamburg, a significant step for European autonomous driving technology, showcasing its ability to navigate complex urban environments using cameras, lidar, and radar sensors.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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15-Hour QE2 Bridge Closure Causes Major Traffic Disruption

A collision on the QE2 bridge between a lorry and a car at 11:05 BST on Thursday caused a 15-hour closure, creating major delays for thousands of motorists, including one transporting bulls to the Kent County Show, and resulting in extensive bridge damage.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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