Transport

Modernising cadet training for the future

The UK maritime industry is undergoing an important change that hopes to modernise the training development of seafarers, particularly cadets, through the Maritime and Coastguard Agency's (MCA) Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme.

Gearing up public sector transport decarbonisation

Ian Reed, Category Manager for Fleet at YPO, discusses what progress is being made in the decarbonisation of public sector transport.

New plans for targeted transport across England

On 28th November 2024, Transport Secretary Louise Haigh revealed her vision for a more connected and locally-led transport system in England.

UK expands Emissions Trading Scheme to maritime sector and carbon transport

The UK is expanding its Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), these efforts hope to help the UK achieve net-zero emissions.

New UK JetZero Taskforce set to create a more sustainable aviation future

The launch of the new JetZero Taskforce by the Secretary of State is designed to lead efforts in making aviation cleaner and greener.

Sustainable mobility challenges in European cities

Ana Drăguțescu, Head of Sustainable Mobility at ICLEI Europe, discusses how to tackle sustainable mobility challenges in urban areas from the ICLEI Europe perspective.

Major rail and road upgrades across the North of England

Transport links across the north of England are set for a major transformation, following the announcement of significant investments in two key transport projects secured in last week’s budget.

The UK government allocates £1.2 million in funding to improve rural transport

Eight new projects have been awarded £150,000 each as part of the UK government’s Rural Transport Accelerator Fund, designed to enhance transport connections for rural communities.

Transport secretary announces urgent actions to control HS2 costs

The UK Government has stepped in to control and address the increasing costs and delays of the HS2 high-speed rail project.

Bus price rise: Government invests over £1 billion to boost bus services and cap fares at £3

The UK Government has announced an investment of over £1 billion to improve bus services across the UK, with single bus fares capped at £3 until the end of 2025.

New airspace travel plan in the UK

The UK is set to transform its air travel as the government reveals plans to modernise its airspace design for the first time in 70 years.

Harnessing the synergies of passenger data for border security

Ygor Lutz, Chief Revenue Officer and Co-Founder of Travizory Border Security, explains harnessing the synergies of passenger data.

Green maritime travel between Europe

The UK is set to improve maritime travel by introducing "green corridors," which will help create cleaner, zero-emission shipping routes between key European destinations.

£500 million investment to deliver 1,200 zero-emission buses

The UK government and bus operator have announced a £500 million investment to manufacture 1,200 zero-emission buses, marking a significant step in the transition to greener public transport.

Cyber attack disrupts Wi-Fi services at major UK railway stations

A major cyber attack has disrupted public Wi-Fi services at 19 key railway stations across the UK, affecting passengers and causing significant inconvenience.

UK Government invests £88 million to drive innovation in electric vehicles

The UK government has announced a substantial investment of £88 million across 46 pioneering projects.

Why do lithium-ion batteries lose capacity over time?

Lithium-ion batteries, which are used in a large amount of electric vehicles, like other batteries lose power over a long period.

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