Two 24-hour Tube strikes this week threaten London’s SMEs and night-time economy, as RMT drivers walk out over TfL’s proposed four-day working week. Read more: Tube strike chaos piles fresh pressure on London’s beleaguered night-time economy
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Roadchef will invest £300m in UK motorway services after securing 75-year lease extensions, boosting EV charging, HGV facilities and retail. Read more: Roadchef secures 75-year leases to unlock £300m motorway investment
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Electric vessel maker Candela secures €30m funding to scale hydrofoil ferry production as rising oil prices accelerate demand for zero-emission maritime transport. Read more: Candela raises €30m as electric ferries gain momentum amid fuel price surge
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The Al Ghuwaifat–Al Faya link is strategically significant, strengthening cross-border connectivity between the UAE and Saudi Arabia and facilitating movement to and from key ports The post Etihad Rail operates passenger trial on Saudi-UAE route appeared first on Gulf Business.
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The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), announced the commencement of Tesla’s advanced driving trials under driver supervision The post Abu Dhabi begins Tesla road trials, autonomous truck operations appeared first on Gulf Business.
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Programme features applied modules and case studies drawn from global best practices Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 21st January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the University of Arizona, has launched the “Executive Leadership” Programme. The programme aims to develop the skills of executive leaders and directors, empower them to make strategic decisions, and enhance execution efficiency. It aligns with the rapid global transformations in the smart mobility sector and emphasises RTA’s ongoing commitment to developing national leadership and strengthening future readiness. The
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Undertaken in partnership with Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects, the project boosts bridge capacity by 33% Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 17th January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in partnership with Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP), has inaugurated the bridge expansion leading to Terminal 1 at Dubai International Airport. The project involved increasing the number of traffic lanes from three to four, raising the bridge’s capacity from 4,200 vehicles per hour to 5,600 vehicles per hour, marking a 33% growth. The expansion has enhanced traffic flow to the airport terminal, reduced journey times,
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Initiative targets increased school bus utilisation across Dubai Bahrozyan: Initiative to be implemented in line with the highest approved safety and security standards for school transport Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 13th January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to launch a new pilot initiative on school transport pooling during the first quarter of 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to advance a smart and sustainable transport system and enhance the efficiency of daily mobility for school students, in collaboration with Yango Group and Urban Express Transport. The announcement follows the sign
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Government and Semi-Government Entities, Business Community, Educational Institutions, Researchers and Experts are Invited to Participate Four main award categories: Elite, Sustainability, Inclusivity, and Innovation Continuous development approach to operational and evaluation frameworks since the award’s launch Expanding the participation base to include various sectors and educational institutions across the Middle East and North Africa • Simplifying the registration process by offering digital registration via the award website Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 12th January 2026: Under the patronage of His
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The UAE’s first fully integrated national passenger railway system, connecting 11 cities and regions across the country Stations across the network will be rolled out in phases throughout 2026, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Al Sila’, Al Dhannah, Al Mirfa, Madinat Zayed, Mezaira’a, Al Faya and Al Dhaid Abu Dhabi, UAE – 08 January 2026: Etihad Rail today announced details of the UAE’s full passenger railway network, marking a major milestone that reflects its strong commitment to advancing the nation’s transport and infrastructure ecosystem. The passenger rail network will connect 11 cities and regions through strateg
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