Global Scans · Transport · Weekly Summary

• [New] Integration of AI, IoT, and data analytics in traffic control, alongside growing public-private partnerships, is expected to enhance transportation efficiency and safety globally. SecurityWorldMarket.com
• [New] The biggest opportunity for hydrogen, is in the heavy transport sector. Kihei Gas Kar Wash
• [New] By 2026, the Polymet Mining Tesla initiative will not only fuel the growth of green transportation but will also show how mining operations can be both sustainable and innovative, elevating industry standards for generations to come. Farmonaut
• [New] Innovative materials and energy-saving technologies will reduce noise and electricity consumption, contributing to lower carbon emissions and supporting Germany's sustainable transport objectives. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Leading grocery retail group Ahold Delhaize USA has announced that its distribution and transportation companies, ADUSA Distribution and ADUSA Transportation, will build an $860 million state-of-the-art distribution center in Burlington, N.C.. SeafoodNews
• [New] Renewable energy demand for road transport is projected to rise more than 2 EJ, reaching 8% of total road subsector energy use by 2030. IEA
• [New] With greater use of renewable electricity, liquid biofuels, biogases and renewable hydrogen and hydrogen-based fuels, renewable energy consumption in transport is expected to rise 50% by 2030. IEA
• [New] In 2026, there will be a high-profile platform to spotlight breakthrough developments in coastal protection, erosion control, sediment transport analysis, shoreline stabilization, and climate adaptation that support sustainable coastal development and ecosystem protection. The Hydrographic Society
• [New] More than half of the emissions reductions required to meet Europe's 2040 targets depend directly on expanding electricity grids, scaling renewable generation, electrifying transport, and deploying large-scale energy storage. Euronews
• [New] Nearly a third of contractors expected higher-value transport projects in 2025 and beyond, buoyed by the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and a proposed $770 million boost to the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America grant program. Sage Advice US
• [New] As Etihad Rail gears as much as launch passenger providers by 2026, it marks a major step in reworking the UAE's transportation infrastructure. GCC Railway
• [New] The high-speed rail venture is predicted to contribute AED 145 billion to the UAE's GDP over the following fifty years, additional solidifying its place as a frontrunner in progressive transportation options. GCC Railway
• [New] Etihad Rail, the main developer and operator of the UAE's nationwide railway community, is shifting forward with plans to launch passenger transport providers by 2026. GCC Railway
• [New] While interest in hydrogen has waned significantly in the past year, it continues to hold immense potential as a clean energy carrier, its widespread adoption hinges on the ability to transport it efficiently and safely. ADI Analytics
• [New] Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has committed to launching an air taxi service by 2026, and infrastructure work is already underway. Nasdaq
• [New] The Department for Transport recently secured funding to introduce low Earth orbit satellite connectivity on all mainline trains, which will significantly improve both the availability and internet data connection speeds for Wi-Fi connected passengers. The Register
• [New] Amazon plans to add 250,000 workers across U.S. fulfilment and transportation networks (its third straight year doing so) as it prepares for the holiday season and ongoing e-commerce growth. Churchill Mortgage
• [New] EV uptake in road transport, the most energy-demanding sector, means that energy demand levels off and then falls from the mid 2030s. DNV
• [New] AI agents monitor global events, supplier health, and transportation networks to identify potential disruptions before they impact operations. Kodexo Labs
• [New] Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority aims to make 50% of its public transport fleet electric by 2030. Ainvest
• [New] India plans to set up a federal Transport Planning Authority to coordinate infrastructure projects and curb wasteful spending. Last Week in ConTech
• [New] Regulatory bodies like ICAO and IATA are working towards implementing global standards for lithium battery transport that will be adopted by all airlines. Travel And Tour World

Last updated: 31 October 2025