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Solar, high speed and wifi charging set to revolutionise electric transport
Today, the government announced it is investing £37 million into British engineering to transform electric chargepoint infrastructure, revolutionising the experience for the record levels of ultra-low emission vehicle drivers on UK roads.
To cut carbon emissions we just make walking and cycling safer - Ruth Cadbury MP and Andrew Selous MP - [subscription]
Achieving net-zero carbon emissions requires a large-scale shift to active travel; more people walking and cycling more often. However, we’re not going to achieve this without significant investment in the necessary infrastructure to give people the confidence, safety and enthusiasm to change the way they get around towns and cities.
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- University applications 'dictated by train fares'"It's important to talk about the cost of going to open days," says Rachel, a sixth-former from Plymouth, in Devon, who is looking at university choices.
- AI pilot 'sees' runway and lands automaticallyA plane lands successfully thanks to a computer able to detect the runway visually.
- Electric car network gets £40m boost despite sales dropThe Department for Transport wants more charge points in the UK but hybrid vehicle sales have fallen.
Department for Transport
- Solar, high speed and wifi charging set to revolutionise electric transportToday, the government announced it is investing £37 million into British engineering to transform electric chargepoint infrastructure, revolutionising the experience for the record levels of ultra-low emission vehicle drivers on UK roads.
The Guardian
- This government is neglecting cycling – Labour would change thatMPs must stop prioritising cars over people if we are to stand a chance of meeting climate goals
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- Boeing 737 Max: Losses mount as Saudi airline cancels order and switches to AirbusThe planemaker is continuing to build the troubled jets, which are currently grounded worldwide
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- Sir Richard Branson eyes a new reign in Spain on the trains [Subscription]ir Richard Branson is turning his attention to Spain’s railways, having deemed Britain's train industry to be “uninvestable” after a row with the Government.
- Speeding and dangerous drivers to be targeted by Britain’s first traffic drone [Subscription]Speeding and dangerous drivers are to be targeted by Britain’s first traffic drone which was previously used on the battlefield and against terrorists.
Times Online
- To cut carbon emissions we just make walking and cycling safer - Ruth Cadbury MP and Andrew Selous MP - [subscription]Achieving net-zero carbon emissions requires a large-scale shift to active travel; more people walking and cycling more often. However, we’re not going to achieve this without significant investment in the necessary infrastructure to give people the confidence, safety and enthusiasm to change the way they get around towns and cities.
- Wireless electric car charging to be tested [Subscription]Wireless electric car charging will be introduced under plans to power up large numbers of vehicles without cluttering the roadside.
- The train in Spain is Virgin’s aim after hitting buffers in Britain [Subscription]Virgin Trains may move into Spain’s railways after being disqualified from bidding for new British contracts for refusing to take on pension liabilities.
City AM
- Electric vehicle projects to receive £40m in government fundingThe government is to inject nearly £40m into a number of transport projects to push ahead electric chargepoint infrastructure in the UK.
The Mirror
- More cuts to bus services would leave MILLIONS unable to travel to school or workEXCLUSIVE: Essential routes that pass hospitals, schools, shops and places of work - which Brits depend on - are under threat
London Evening Standard
- TfL chief calls for safety review as he predicts electric scooters will become legal on public roads Mike Brown on keeping our transport system moving forward - read the full interview here
- Gatwick Airport revamp: 'Overcrowded' station to undergo £150m upgradeGatwick Airport's
Other Regional Press
- This is what Chris Grayling had to say about £150m upgrade to Gatwick Airport railway station"I think this is a real step forward – for not just Gatwick Airport – but the surrounding area."
- £25m plan for Morecambe’s town centre, railway station, and promenade revealedA £25m project to transform Morecambe town centre and redevelop the train station area has moved a step closer.
New Civil Engineer
- Heathrow calls on contractors to express interest in expansionHeathrow Airport Ltd (HAL) has called on contractors to “express interest” in being involved in the airport’s expansion programme. Ahead of its official procurement schedule, HAL has launched a “pre-procurement market engagement campaign” to asses the industry’s level of interest.
Rail Technology Magazine
- Disabled rail passengers set to benefit from £20m accessibility fundDisabled rail passengers set to benefit from £20m accessibility improvements fund.
- Rail electrification of the chase line between Rugeley and WalsallAs part of Network Rail’s track electrification, ABC Electrical Ltd identified MGF’s Vertishore as their preferred solution. Mark Norton, rail sector manager at MGF Ltd, reports. As part of the extensive line electrification works between Rugeley and Walsall, an Under Track Crossing...
Railnews
- Virgin says British franchise market ‘becoming uninvestable’VIRGIN Rail Group is investigating the opportunities offered by the high speed rail market in Spain, after its bid with Stagecoach and SNCF for West Coast Partnership was disqualified by the Department for Transport in April amid disagreements over the amount of risk franchise-holders are expected to take, particularly in relation to pensions.
Aviation Industry
- Virgin Atlantic updates A350 entry into service plansUK long-haul carrier Virgin Atlantic will take delivery of four Airbus A350-1000s in 2019, with the type set to make its commercial debut between London Heathrow and New York JFK on Sept. 10. read more
- UK regional airports see signs of revivalA new regional airport has opened in the UK and a second airport showing signs of being restored after years of inactivity. read more
- Cracks in A380 wing spars trigger inspectionsAirbus and EASA are developing an inspection program for A380 wing outer rear spars after reports of cracks on in-service aircraft. read more
- FAA orders AOA vane upgrades for Boeing 757, 767, 727 Reports of nuisance stall warnings triggered by frozen angle-of-attack (AOA) vanes has led FAA to mandate replacement of the parts on Boeing 757s, 767s and 727s. read more
Other News Sources
- Government must back a national bus strategyBuses are a lifeline for many people living in areas live Ashfield, writes Gloria De Piero MP.
- Do we really need British trains to be faster?Anyone who’s been on a train elsewhere in Europe knows the sad truth, and that we need a signal shift
EIN News Subscription
- Dublin air pollution breaching EU limits, EPA warnsMany areas of Dublin are experiencing worsening air pollution caused by nitrogen dioxide (NO2) with indications that frequent breaches of EU limits are occurring due to large volumes of traffic, according to an EPA warning.
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