Tag: Public Transport
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Singapore to Upgrade 92 SMRT Trains by Mid-2030s to Cut Breakdowns and Boost Ride Quality
Overview: Upgrading the backbone of Singapore’s MRT Singapore’s oldest and busiest MRT lines are set for a major upgrade. By the mid-2030s, 92 trains operated by SMRT will receive a suite of advanced systems designed to detect problems early, anticipate failures, and reduce disruptions for daily commuters. The program aims to strengthen the reliability of…
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Revamp of Train Timetables Sets Stage for Faster Journeys Across the Network
Overview of the Timetable Revamp A nationwide revamp of train timetables has come into effect, marking one of the most substantial changes to the rail network in nearly a decade. Rail operators say the new schedule not only adds more frequent services but also introduces faster journeys on several core corridors. The overhaul aims to…
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Accessible tram stops North Melbourne: legal access concerns
Background: A plan that raises accessibility concerns Disability advocates are raising alarms over a government proposal to build new tram stops in North Melbourne that would not allow wheelchair users to access trams. This comes despite a clear legal framework that requires public transport to be accessible to people with disabilities. The debate puts a…
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Riga–Liepāja Railway Renovation: Speeding Latvia’s Pulse Toward 2027
Overview: A Railway in Transition The Riga–Liepāja railway, a key corridor along Latvia’s Baltic coast, is undergoing a comprehensive renovation to modernize tracks, signals, and stations. For years, the line has faced limits from aging rails, outdated signaling, and tight curves that forced trains to crawl at times—down to around 60 kilometers per hour in…
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Britain’s Bus Driver of the Year: Meet the Winner and Six Unsung Heroes
Meet Britain’s Bus Driver of the Year: Michael Leech In a year that highlighted the quiet, steadfast service of frontline workers, Michael Leech from Sowerby Bridge in West Yorkshire has been named the UK bus driver of the year. The award, which recognises exceptional professionalism, safety, and a touch of daily humanity, shines a spotlight…
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South Dublin Residents Challenge MetroLink: Legal Action Could Delay Dublin’s Rail Plan
Overview: A Legal Challenge Begins Residents in South Dublin have launched a formal legal challenge to MetroLink, the ambitious rail project designed to connect Dublin city center with Dublin Airport and beyond. The action centers on An Coimisiún Pleanála’s (the Planning Board) decision to grant permission for the proposed line, flagging concerns about planning processes,…
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South Dublin Residents Challenge MetroLink: Legal Battle Could Delay Rail Project
South Dublin residents lodge legal challenge against MetroLink A new legal challenge has been filed over MetroLink, the ambitious rail project intended to connect central Dublin with Dublin Airport and points beyond. The application seeks a judicial review of An Coimisiún Pleanála’s decision to grant permission for the plan, signaling heightened scrutiny of the project’s…
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Making Melbourne’s Streets Lovelier for Older Melbournians: Citizen Scientists Lead the Way
Introduction: A Local Movement for Older Melbournians In Melbourne, a determined group of citizens aged 65 and over has taken to the streets to assess how friendly our neighbourhoods are for aging residents. This initiative blends lived experience with structured observation, creating a practical map of what works well and what needs changing. The goal…
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Green Line Phase-II Work to Start in Karachi After Six-Year Delay
Karachi’s Green Line Phase-II Set to Kick Off After Prolonged Hiatus After a six-year pause, work on Phase-II of the Karachi Green Line Bus project is finally poised to begin this week, signaling a renewed push to advance public transport in Pakistan’s largest city. Officials confirmed the resumption of construction, marking a pivotal moment for…
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Green Line Phase-II to Start in Karachi After Six-Year Delay
Karachi’s Green Line Phase-II resumes after long delay The long-awaited Phase-II of Karachi’s Green Line Bus project is set to kick off this week, ending a six-year hiatus that had stalled construction on one of the city’s most ambitious transportation initiatives. Officials confirmed the restart plans on Sunday, signaling renewed momentum for a project designed…