| Apr 18 | Auckland’s West Auckland bus service to go fully electric West Auckland's flagship bus service, the WX1, will transition to fully electric double-decker buses in April 2025 under a new $166 million contract between Auckland Transport and Tranzit Group |
| Apr 18 | Near miss on DC airport runway spurs FAA investigation The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it will investigate a near miss on the runway of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport outside Washington, D.C. Thursday morning, in which one plane nearly crosses into a runway as the other was t... |
| Apr 18 | Road Safety Priorities for the EU 2024-2029 Europe’s approach to tackling road safety is in trouble. The EU, and its Member States, have agreed on targets to cut road deaths by half in the decade to 2030. But, according to the current trend, deaths are set to fall by only a quarter. There w... |
| Apr 18 | So many close calls in work zones Kansas highway workers tell of the close calls they have experienced in work zones. Sadly, these stories are but a small sampling of the times KDOT workers have had to react to potentially life-threatening situations. KDOT highway workers a... |
| Apr 18 | MaaS Global, creator of Whim app, acquired by umob following bankru... After filing for bankruptcy in March 2024, MaaS Global and the technology behind the Whim Mobility-as-a-Service app have been acquired by umob. |
| Apr 18 | Venturing into generative AI to enhance the passenger experience Kerry Phillipson, Retail Project Manager at Arriva UK Trains, speaks to Intelligent Transport’s Halimah Haque about the transformative potential of generative artificial intelligence within the public transport sector, with a key focus on enhancin... |
| Apr 18 | Go-Ahead Group leads the charge with 201 new zero-emission buses With the addition of the 201 additional electric buses across its regional bus companies, The Go-Ahead Group's fleet of zero-emission vehicles now totals over 1,100. |
| Apr 18 | Transdev Mâconnais Beaujolais secures new five-year contract for Tr... The contract extension will see Transdev Mâconnais Beaujolais operating the Tréma network until June 2029, aiming to expand and electrify the fleet to enhance mobility services and promote sustainability in the region. |
| Apr 18 | How Tillberg Design of Sweden is turning talk into action What constitutes a sustainable ship interior? It’s a question that many stakeholders in the passenger shipping industry have asked, but to date no one has been able to provide a commonly accepted answer. “We all agree that making ships more sust... |
| Apr 18 | TUI Cruises to christen Mein Schiff 7 in the Bay of Kiel TUI Cruises is to christen the lastest ship in its Mein Schiff fleet, Mein Schiff 7, during a roundtrip voyage in the Bay of Kiel, departing from Kiel, Germany, on 21 June. During the two-day voyage, guests will be able to experience a programme o... |
| Apr 18 | Interferry and IMO hold Africa Ferry Safety Seminar Interferry and the International Maritime Organization ( IMO ) have held the Africa Ferry Safety Seminar in Dar es Salaam , Tanzania , bringing together over 100 participants from the African ferry community . The two-day event was intended to imp... |
| Apr 17 | Lawmakers say Boeing avoided accountability over economic concerns Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) claimed Wednesday that the "lack of accountability" for Boeing is motivated by a fear of negative economic impacts. Johnson, the ranking member for the Senate Homeland Security subcommittee on investigations, said many Am... |
| Apr 17 | Boeing whistleblower: ‘Absolutely’ a culture of retaliation A Boeing whistleblower told a Senate committee Wednesday that he was silenced and threatened after he raised concerns with gaps in the airline giant’s manufacturing process. Sam Salehpour, a quality engineer at Boeing, alleged the airline giant re... |
| Apr 17 | Georgia port sets record month for auto deliveries amid Baltimore f... A port in Georgia set a new monthly record for its auto deliveries in March as the Baltimore Port remains closed after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed late last month. Colonel’s Island Terminal at the Port of Brunswick rolled 77,236 auto an... |
| Apr 17 | Ford recalling 450K vehicles over drive power loss Ford will issue a recall of an estimated 456,565 vehicles because of a low battery issue that can result in loss of drive power, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall applies to certain Ford Bronco Spo... |
| Apr 17 | Southern governors: Joining UAW would threaten jobs, 'values' The governors of six Southern states warned workers that joining the United Auto Workers (UAW) union would threaten their job security and the “values we live by.” The joint statement, signed on by Republican Govs. Bill Lee (Tenn.), Kay Ivey (Ala.... |
| Apr 17 | Should transit agencies consider a different schedule for Fridays? A few weeks back, I decided to exercise my freedom in going into the office more than I needed to and commuted downtown on a Friday. The first thing I noticed was how much emptier my usual bus was. Of course, it shouldn’t come as a surprise ... |
| Apr 17 | Family members, friends depend on highway workers Today’s work zone video illustrates that highway workers have family members and friends who depend on them. These people know the workers’ jobs are important to keep transportation moving in Kansas. But they also worry. Is today the day my... |
| Apr 17 | These 5 US airports ranked among 2023's busiest worldwide: report These airports served millions and millions of passengers last year, according to a new report. |
| Apr 17 | FlixBus launches new Manchester coach service to York and Bradford FlixBus is expanding its network in the North of England with a new coach service from Manchester to York and Bradford, offering daily connections and modern amenities for passengers. |
| Apr 17 | The Nautical Insitute: Supporting seafarers through turbulent times The maritime industry is constantly changing and evolving. Navigators have to keep up to date with the latest systems and technologies, monitor new regulatory changes and manage vast silos of information, all of which are time-consuming tasks that... |
| Apr 17 | Nobina leads the way in sustainable public transport with ambitious... Nobina, the pioneering Nordic public transport operator, commits to cutting emissions by 50% per passenger kilometre by 2030, in line with the Paris Agreement. |
| Apr 17 | Norwegian Cruise Line reveals new culinary experiences for Norwegia... Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed the new culinary and beverage experiences debuting onboard Norwegian Aqua when the Prima Plus-class ship sets sail in April 2025. Sukhothai, the company’s first Thai speciality restaurant, will offer a menu of tr... |
| Apr 16 | Boeing whistleblower says 787 fleet should be grounded Boeing engineer Sam Salehpour said in a Tuesday interview that he thinks all 787 jets should be grounded to allow for proper safety checks of the plane, which has come under fire in recent months following a slew of incidents. The new interview — ... |
| Apr 16 | A Manual for Addressing Road Safety in Latin American Cities The WHO estimates that every 24 seconds someone is killed on a road worldwide. A significant number of victims of vehicle and road accidents are concentrated in regions such as Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and South Asia, due in large part... |
| Apr 16 | These 15 states are helping federal officials enforce laws protecti... The Department of Transportation (DOT) announced Tuesday it was partnering with 15 states to investigate airlines and protect passengers amid a boom in air travel. The partnership will allow the Biden administration to prioritize cases of miscondu... |
| Apr 16 | American Airlines pilots union warns of 'significant spike' in safe... A union representing pilots for American Airlines warned over the weekend that there has been a “significant spike” in safety problems at the airline. “APA has been tracking a significant spike in safety- and maintenance-related problems in our op... |
| Apr 16 | The pain of losing a co-worker, friend or family member Today is the first of a four-part video series that focuses on highway workers and their families. KDOT Construction Engineer Kevin Palic, shown above, shares his experience of losing a co-worker in a work zone crash. He was the one who talk... |
| Apr 16 | Stena Line: a beacon of equality, diversity and inclusion Since Niclas Mårtensson took the helm of Stena Line almost seven years ago, a fresh wind has been blowing through one of Europe’s leading ferry operators. His mission to transform the business from a traditional shipping company to a leading susta... |
| Apr 16 | Connection Points Seattle’s bus network used to be focused on bringing people to work downtown. As our city grew, it spread its wings across First Hill, Capitol Hill, Fremont, and the Eastside. Though Amazon was earlier in the middle of downtown, it now occupies So... |
| Apr 16 | Women in Bus and Coach initiative announces inaugural Board of Dire... The Women in Bus and Coach Initiative has appointed its first Board of Directors, a diverse group of industry leaders committed to advancing gender diversity in transportation. |
| Apr 16 | Coral Expeditions joins Expedition Cruise Network Australian expedition cruise operator Coral Expeditions has joined the Expedition Cruise Network (ECN), which was launched in April 2023 . Headquartered in Cairns in Queensland, Coral Expeditions began providing environmentally sensitive cruises o... |
| Apr 16 | Lime commits £25 million investment in London amid global record year Following a record-breaking year, Lime's £25 million investment will enable it to expand its operations and infrastructure in London, enhancing its service reach and operational efficiency to meet increasing demand. |
| Apr 15 | Gaza protests block Golden Gate Bridge, Oakland highway Protesters against the American response to the Israel-Hamas war shut down a pair of freeways in the Bay Area during the Monday morning rush hour, including blocking traffic on the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Southbound U.S. Highway 101 across the ... |
| Apr 15 | Back-to-back Boeing hearings Senate lawmakers plan to hold tandem Boeing-related hearings this week — both on Wednesday — which will likely dictate Congress’ future moves on keeping the planemaker in check. |
| Apr 15 | Work zone awareness – A family affair Secretary Calvin Reed Kids. Siblings. Parents. Extended family. Friends. All are important to you. And you are just as important to them. At the Kansas Department of Transportation, we understand the importance of family at home AND ... |
| Apr 15 | Getting the measure of sustainability Specifiers of interior products for passenger ships are all mindful of sustainability performance. But few judge it by the same criteria. Manufacturers find themselves having to provide different data for each prospective client and can be urged t... |
| Apr 15 | Princess Cruises introduces three table service options across its ... Princess Cruises is to roll out a range of new dining experiences across its fleet after their successful debut on the cruise line’s latest ship, Sun Princess . From mid-September 2024, Princess will offer three table service options: traditional... |
| Apr 15 | Open Thread 45 Countdowns: East Link Starter Line (April 27, 11am), Lynnwood Link (August 30). Transit Updates: SDOT is closing the Spokane Street Swing Bridge (low bridge) for 10 days starting Friday, April 19 (planned reopening on Sunday, April 28). SDOT is of... |
| Apr 15 | Bert Hernandez succeeds Barbara Muckermann as brand president of Si... Bert Hernandez has been named as president of Silversea Cruises, taking over from Barbara Muckermann, who is stepping down to pursue other opportunities. Muckermann has been in the role since 2016 and has spent a total of 14 years working for th... |
| Apr 15 | Community Transport Association calls for UK government action in m... CTA has released a manifesto urging the next UK government to embrace community-based solutions for accessible transport, emphasising collaboration and innovation to address national challenges. |
| Apr 14 | TfNSW to enhance safety on Sydney’s Western Distributor with smart ... Sydney's Western Distributor will soon benefit from cutting-edge smart motorway technology, including real-time digital signage, aimed at enhancing safety and improving traffic flow for over 130,000 daily motorists. |
| Apr 14 | Passengers at international airports in US can enroll in 'Global En... SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is offering "Enrollment upon Arrival" at many airports such as San Diego International Airport for its Global Entry program. The program allows preapproved, low-risk travelers a... |
| Apr 12 | Passengers at international airports in U.S. can enroll in 'Global ... SAN DIEGO (Border Report) -- U.S. Customs and Border Protection is offering "Enrollment upon Arrival" at many airports such as San Diego International Airport for its Global Entry program. The program allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers arrivi... |
| Apr 12 | Boeing whistleblower, aviation experts called to testify before Senate A Boeing whistleblower and a panel of aviation experts will testify at Senate committee hearings next week to discuss safety and quality concerns regarding the U.S. aviation company's jets. The Senate Commerce Committee will bring in three expert... |
| Apr 12 | The Mediterranean is the world’s second largest cruise market, acco... The Mediterranean was the second largest cruise market in the world in 2023, according to data shared by MedCruise at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, Florida, this week. Speaking during a ‘Trends in the Med’ conference sessions, MedCruise presid... |
| Apr 12 | Keeping itineraries fresh and fun for Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Cruise Line is a different company from the one Ugo Savino, director deployment and itinerary planning, joined 17 years ago but its commitment to constantly monitoring – and improving – the performance of its itineraries, programmes and s... |
| Apr 12 | Carnival Corporation achieves shore power goal seven years ahead of... Carnival Corporation has surpassed several of its sustainability goals well in advance of its original 2030 target, according to its latest report, Sustainable from Ship to Shore . The company, which owns nine cruise brands, has released its 14th... |
| Apr 12 | Safety is always a priority in work zones National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 15 to 19. This important safety campaign educates the public of the importance for safety in work zones for both highway workers and the traveling public. New information and videos will be posted on this... |
| Apr 12 | Almost 40 million people will cruise annually by 2027, predicts CLIA Nearly 40 million people are expected to cruise annually by 2027, according to new statistics published in Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) 2024 State of the Cruise Industry Report . Figures from the report indicate that the number ... |