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MTA takes further measures to protect bus passengers and workers
On top of 'Operation Respect,' New York's MTA is now piloting mask dispensers on buses as a way to protect those using public transit.
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Action plan needed for petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles ban
Local Government and business leaders in the South East have called for an action plan to ensure that the ban on new petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles – which the British Government is consulting on bringing forward from 2040 to 2035 or earlier – is a success.
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Helbiz enters Pescara as city’s first micromobility operator
500 Helbiz e-scooters are now available to citizens and tourists in the Italian city through Helbiz’s mobile app.
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Finland updates infrastructure support for EV network and biogas transport
The support for infrastructure aims to contribute to the implementation of the National Energy and Climate Strategy for 2030, and the achievement of the greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets.
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Research suggests buses are key to boosting economy
Campaign group Greener Journeys has called on Government to be more positive in its messaging and encourage the responsible use of public transport as a way to prompt wider social, economic and environmental benefits.
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PM announces details of Britain’s £2 billion cycling and walking plan
The Prime Minister has kickstarted Britain's 'cycling and walking revolution,' with plans including 'cycling prescriptions' and free training, higher cycling infrastructure standards and a national e-bike programme.
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Independent review to assess TfL’s future funding and financing
The review will be carried out by a panel with experience of public policy, Government reviews and reform of public bodies.
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USDOT policy document establishes hyperloop funding eligibility
The policy document - Pathways to the Future of Transportation – is intended to serve as a roadmap for innovators of new cross modal technologies to engage with the Department.
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Dott, TIER and Voi commit to higher e-scooter standards
The operators have committed to higher levels of sustainability standards and practices across e-scooter manufacturing, operations, end of life and lifecycle emissions.
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Greater Manchester lays out plans to build back greener
Greater Manchester leaders have detailed plans for its green recovery from the coronavirus pandemic and to accelerate the region's 2038 zero carbon ambitions, including a Clean Air Plan and a set of minimum standards for taxi and private hire services.
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How micromobility parking can create healthier and happier streets
Beryl CEO Philip Ellis discusses the ways in which integrated parking systems for micromobility devices such as e-scooters and e-bikes can contribute to the coronavirus recovery as well as climate change mitigation.
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New standards introduced to improve safety for taxi and PHV passengers
The new standards, which local authorities will be expected to implement, are designed to improve consistency in the taxi licensing system.
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Dubai Future Transport Council meets to review future of transport sector
The Council met to discuss global coronavirus measures put in place on public transport, as well as future scenarios for the Dubai transport sector.
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City of Minneapolis approves launch of 2020 equitable scooter programme
Lyft and Bird are to operate e-scooters in the City, with new regulations requiring them to implement additional equitable pricing and access initiatives.
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Benelux ministers urge European Commission to embrace cycling
Benelux transport ministers have called on the European Commission, EU member states and regional authorities to embrace and promote cycling as part of the sustainable recovery from COVID-19, offering a series of recommendations.