Other News Sources - According to WHO, people with disabilities represent 16 of the world population. They also find transportation 15 times more challenging than non-disabled individuals. But for mobility to truly be sustainable, it has to go beyond reducing emissions; it has to be inclusive and cater for every member of society.
Other News Sources - THE future of HS2 has been called into question by the governments official infrastructure watchdog.
Other News Sources - A brand new railway station that opened this week after costing more than £35m to build has been dubbed a "mugger's paradise" and a "huge waste of money".
Other News Sources - When the Elizabeth Line opened back in May 2022, it brought London commuters some much-needed relief. Not only is it air-conditioned: its fast and clean, too. And now, one year on, we can confidently say that the Lizzy Line is one of Londons busiest tube lines.
Aviation Industry - London Heathrow Airport has seen a robust beginning to 2023, with an impressive influx of 37 million passengers in the first half of the year. This surge in passenger numbers was accompanied by some of the busiest days ever recorded.
Aviation Industry - LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Los Angeles International Airport is restarting a soundproofing program for local residents after placing it on pause for several years.
Transportxtra - Rail operator Trenitalia c2c has appointed Eleni Jordan as commercial director, joining from Chiltern Railways where she was commercial and customer strategy director for six years. Jordan, who has nearly 30 years experience across commercial and customer-focused roles, is set to start in the new role in September.
Route One (Bus and Coach) - Newport Transport has taken delivery of the first of its new coaches to be used as part of its partnership with FlixBus from 7 August.
Railway Technology - The rolling stock manufacturer has worked on the next-generation tram technology as part of a project backed by the South Korean Government.
Rail UK - Network Rail and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) have today announced a new partnership to deliver a joint vision for Manchester and Salfords central railway stations.
New Civil Engineer - HS2s new terminus at Euston could be stripped back to a seven-platform station yet still face a £1bn over-spend.
New Civil Engineer - Contractors Balfour Beatty, Bam Nuttall, Farrans and John Sisk have been chosen for a £360M major works contractor framework covering highways and transportation projects in Yorkshire.
New Civil Engineer - A consortium of contractors responsible for the repair and maintenance of the Historical Railways Estate (HRE) has risen to the challenge, according to National Highways.
Other Regional Press - Opponents of Network Rails plans to close Newmarkets much-used Weatherby railway foot crossing are celebrating after a planning inspector upheld his previous decision that it should remain open.
Other Regional Press - A major refurbishment of the roof of Preston railway station is planned after decorative cast iron adornments plunged onto the platforms and track below.
Other Regional Press - Bus services have resumed at Peterheads transport interchange following the completion of a series of improvements to the facility.
Other Regional Press - A West of Scotland MSP has warned Ayrshire rail travellers will be hit by a move from Avanti West Coast to close its ticket office at Glasgow Central Station.
Other Regional Press - Disability campaigners and local politicians have urged rail companies to reconsider plans to close ticket offices at ten of Southwarks national rail stations.
Other Regional Press - Reading Borough Council have hit back at the governments proposal to close ticket offices at railway stations across Berkshire.
Oxford Mail - Oxfordshire County Council has said it is"working hard" to find alternate transport for any school routes affected after bus operator Heyfordian Travel announced it it is closing after 76 years.
Leeds Live - Plans have been submitted for the demolition of three historic bridges along the Leeds-Selby rail line as part of the electrification of the line.
The York Press - Motorists and buses will soon share more of the Tadcaster Road in York as newer parts of a £1.4 million travel improvement scheme begin to take shape.
Birmingham Mail - There's a way you can check how long the queues are at Birmingham Airport before you even set off
Birmingham Mail - Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) had been under pressure to confirm safety measures ahead of the new Beryl e-scooters which will replace the Voi brand
Network Rail - Construction of a temporary bridge in Kibworth has begun whilst essential work to adapt the existing bridge takes place, paving the way for a fully electrified railway between Kettering and Wigston.