More long reads – Page 4
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In depthStockholm: Transport plans accompany housing development
Several metro expansion projects are due to be underway by the end of the year in a city where public transport has an 80% modal share at peak times.
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In depthTram orders falling but still strong
Worldwide tram and light rail vehicle orders have fallen for the second year in a row, but volumes are still high.
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In depthKrasnodar: Russia’s ‘southern capital’ relies on urban rail
Krasnodar has plans not only to expand its tram network, but also to develop modern commuter services on existing railways.
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In depthTampere prepares for its first tramway
Tampere is developing its first ever tram network, with some innovative methods being used to keep the public informed of construction progress.
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Metro Report InternationalOklahoma City: Setting a streetcar example
Despite several setbacks, the Oklahoma City Streetcar opened on time and on budget. Its success could have lessons for other projects.
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Metro Report InternationalPrivate sector drives Brazilian urban rail revival
The private sector is expected to play a crucial role in meeting Brazil’s urban rail needs.
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In depthBirmingham: All systems grow
Development of the West Midlands tram network is being underpinned by innovative management and procurement models, allied to wider changes in the provision of public transport.
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Metro Report InternationalFour modes in Busan
South Korea’s second city will soon become the location of the country’s first modern tram line. Its metro and suburban rail networks are also due to be expanded.
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Metro Report InternationalMexico City: Investment comes after years of decline
Public transport investment is a priority for Mexico City and the surrounding region. Fortunately, it seems progress is being made at last.
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Metro Report InternationalReshaping urban mobility
The role of urban rail is changing with the market. Automation and connectivity look set to disrupt the traditional modes of public transport provision.
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Metro Report InternationalBringing driverless technology to Wien
Work has started on the first driverless metro line in Wien, and investments are being made in other modes as well.
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Metro Report InternationalLearning to adapt in a multimodal transport era
Among the main messages from the UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2019 was that operators have to adapt to changing mobility needs as new modes emerge.
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Metro Report InternationalThe art of public transport
Next week, the international public transport community will come together in Stockholm for the UITP Global Public Transport Summit.
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Metro Report InternationalDriving towards a digital future
Siemens Mobility plans to focus on aspects of digitalisation at the forthcoming UITP Summit in Stockholm, presenting three key streams ahead of the event.
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Metro Report InternationalA new approach for Newcastle
The opening of the city centre tram line is the latest change to public transport in the Australian city of Newcastle, says Keolis International CEO Bernard Tabary.
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Metro Report InternationalDigitalisation discussed at Asia-Pacific Rail
The application of digital technology to metros was a core theme at the 21st Asia-Pacific Rail conference in Hong Kong.
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Metro Report InternationalBeijing: Capital metro expansion
As Beijing grows, its metro network is expanding to keep pace.
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NewsUITP Stockholm 2019
SPONSORED CONTENT: On 9-12 June 2019, the international public transport community, mobility decision makers and industry suppliers will come together in Stockholm for the UITP Global Public Transport Summit. With almost 130 years of history behind it, the UITP Global Public Transport Summit proudly remains the world’s ...
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Metro Report InternationalAdditive manufacturing: from cup holders to front-ends
Additive manufacturing is emerging as a commercially viable option for producing components for transport applications, with CAF among the suppliers embracing the technology.