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Wednesday, 03 July 2024

BBC News

• Cost of vandalism to e-bike scheme rises to £100,000It was previously estimated the Highlands' Hi-Bike project had suffered £50,000-worth of losses.
• Tram strike called off as dispute 'resolved'Unite tram maintenance workers had been due to strike during the Wimbledon tennis championship.
• London Dial-a-Ride issues leaves elderly isolatedThe Dial-a-Ride service offers those aged 85 and older free minibus transport but faces issues.
• First Elizabeth line tunnels see 4G and 5G coverageTunnels between Liverpool Street and Paddington now have 4G and 5G mobile coverage. TfL says.
• Tesla surprises with better than expected car salesThe electric car maker sold more cars than expected this spring, raising hopes of a revival.

Financial Times

• Deutsche Bahn struggles to shake off travel hell reputationDelays mar Germany's once well-respected rail network, with massive repair work still ahead

The Guardian

• Port infrastructure delays threaten UK's transition to net zero, industry saysDropoff in government approvals put billions of investment in offshore wind schemes at risk, ports bodies warnBusiness live latest updatesThe UK's transition to net zero is under threat as delays in approving new infrastructure put billions of pounds of investment in offshore wind schemes and other vital upgrades at risk, big ports have said.
• We're in limbo: Boeing takeover leaves longtime Belfast factory under threatWorkers and politicians fear steep job cuts at Northern Ireland's Spirit AeroSystems, which has about 3,500 workers. Much has changed in Belfast since the 1930s. Yet through the second world war, decades of Troubles and the steep decline of heavy industry, the Short Brothers factory has continued to make planes and parts.

Times Online

• Ryanair breaks passenger record despite Boeing delivery delaysRyanair has carried more than 19 million passengers in a month for the first time. The budget airline reported 19.3 million passengers in June, a rise of 11 per cent from a year earlier.

Daily Record

• Drone at Edinburgh Airport forces plane to abort landing as police launch probePolice later found the drone operators and gave them a warning after an incident which raised concerns about delays hitting summer holiday flights.

Bolton News

• Bolton Council to unveil £2M electric car plan 'very soon'A new strategy is set to invest around £2M in new electric car charging points all over Bolton.

Yorkshire Post

• A more coordinated approach to transport in the region could be worth billions to the economy When you mention the words ’transport infrastructure’ and ’Yorkshire’ in the same sentence, you can almost hear eyes begin to roll. Unfortunately, in this part of the world we’ve seen as many projects come and go as we’ve had Prime Ministers in the last few years.

Other Regional Press

• Southend Airport to Leigh new bus route in planningA NEW bus route creating a link between Leigh and Southend Airport could be introduced thanks a huge grant from the Government.

Bus and Coach Buyer

• Arriva Merseyside in Chamber of Commerce awardsLiverpool Chamber’s Innovation in Business Awards 2024 recognise the businesses that contribute to the Merseyside economy. Arriva Merseyside operates more than 500 vehicles, employing in excess of 1,500 colleagues, who work together in making sure more than 1.5 million passenger journeys are delivered.

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

• XPO launches Female Driver Academy to boost women in logisticsLogistics provider XPO, has announced the launch of a new Female Driver Academy to help attract more women into the industry. Female driver who join the Academy will undertake a 12 to 16 week programme developing and sharpening their skills using the XPO Logistics internal driver training team. XPO said the goal is to create a corps of highly skilled and professional female drivers who are intimately familiar with the company’s customers and products. Lynn Brown, vice president, human resources—UK and Ireland, XPO Logistics, said: “We will be employing the candidates from ...
• London Northwestern Railway proposes new train service to manchesterLondon Northwestern Railway has unveiled plans to run new train services connecting Manchester, the West Midlands and London Euston. The rail operator intends to submit formal proposals to the Office for Rail and Road (ORR) later this year. If approved, the new services could begin operating from May 2026, following the recruitment and training of additional train crew. If approved, the new services could commence from May 2026 once an additional train crew have been recruited and trained. Under the proposals, London Northwestern Railway’s existing services between London Euston and ...

Rail Technology Magazine

• Electrified high-speed rail in the US moves closerThe California High-Speed Rail Authority’s Board of Directors has approved a contractor to design track and overhead contact systems (OCS), bringing electrified high-speed rail in the United States a step closer.

The Business Desk

• Airport group soars past pre-pandemic passenger numbersManchester Airports Group (MAG) has exceeded pre-pandemic passenger numbers and increased revenues across the board in its latest annual results.

Transport Network

• Leeds council proposes SEND transport overhaulLeeds City Council has proposed reducing transport support for post-16 learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Other News Sources

• Hydrogen-fuelled steam freight locomotive conversion plannedArup and Eversholt Rail have awarded British start-up Steamology a contract to convert a diesel locomotive to emission-free traction.
• Flying high: UK airports display dismal punctuality records Heading on a vacation in the UK? There are some airports with a better record for customer service than others, in terms of the likelihood of departure delays.
• Tollerton Airport: Council agrees lease terms with Nottingham City Airport for continued use of landNottinghamshire County Council has approved the granting of a new lease to Nottingham City Airport Ltd for the continued use of land at Nottingham City ( Tollerton ) Airport.
• Airport hails success of easyJet services to London Luton and ManchesterBelfast City Airport has hailed the success of easyJet's flights from the hub to London Luton and Manchesterafter as the airline celebrates the first anniversary of the services. easyJet’s network from Belfast includes a host of European destinations.
• UK hydrogen fuel-cell bus project enters manufacturing phaseBramble Energy – in partnership with Equipmake, Aeristech and the University of Bath – has announced the completion of concept designs for, and move into the manufacturing phase of, a hydrogen system and double-decker bus.
• DP World London Gateway increases rail capacity by 50% with two new RMGsDP World London Gateway has welcomed two new rail-mounted gantry (RMG) cranes for its rail terminal, which will increase rail capacity at the logistics hub by 50%, that will go into operation in mid-August.
• General Election 2024: professionals from transport and energy sectors give their viewsWith the General Election taking place tomorrow (Thursday 4th July), professionals from the clean energy and transport sectors have given their views on what actions they’d like to see the new Government implement – including a clearer strategy for electric vehicles (EVs) and making them more affordable.

News from Europe

• Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in JulyStrikes are a regular occurrence in Europe, as employees withhold their labour to fight for better pay and conditions.