https://www.scidev.net/global/rss.xml/?type=topic&rssname=transport&parent=enterpriseTransport RSS feeds.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:55:03 GMTenhttps://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/better-public-transport-answer-to-asias-gridlocks/https://www.scidev.net/global/opinions/better-public-transport-answer-to-asias-gridlocks/Asian governments are pouring cash into urban public transport to reduce car use and tackle pollution. Wed, 24 Jul 2024 02:09:22 GMT+0000Ranjit Devrajhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/worlds-tallest-railway-bridge-to-aid-kashmirs-growth/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/worlds-tallest-railway-bridge-to-aid-kashmirs-growth/Underdeveloped and isolated in winter, Jammu and Kashmir gets a sorely needed lift with a vital new rail link. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 02:04:39 GMT+0000Mehroob Mushtaqhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/philippines-develops-cheaper-method-to-sterilise-ballast-water/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/philippines-develops-cheaper-method-to-sterilise-ballast-water/Filipino scientists develop cheap method to neutralise invasive organisms spread via ship ballast water. Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:01:00 GMT+0000Melanie Sisonhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/latin-american-subways-highest-antimicrobial-resistance/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/latin-american-subways-highest-antimicrobial-resistance/Global study of urban transport systems shows antimicrobial resistance highest in Latin American cities. Mon, 9 Sep 2019 04:27:04 GMT+0000Claudia Mazzeohttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/china-opens-path-to-disease-via-belt-and-road-trade-route/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/china-opens-path-to-disease-via-belt-and-road-trade-route/Malaria and neglected tropical diseases are expected to re-emerge as a result of the ambitious trade initiative. Wed, 13 Feb 2019 01:31:02 GMT+0000https://www.scidev.net/global/news/un-project-aims-to-nix-ships-most-dangerous-stowaways/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/un-project-aims-to-nix-ships-most-dangerous-stowaways/Invasive species hitch a ride around the ocean on ships, but there are smart ways to stop it. Tue, 4 Dec 2018 10:24:37 GMT+0000Barbara Axthttps://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/mini-car-made-in-egypt-competes-with-the-tuk-tuk/https://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/mini-car-made-in-egypt-competes-with-the-tuk-tuk/A local alternative to the auto-rickshaw, built by an inventor from Giza, is being deployed to Egyptian streets. Thu, 19 Oct 2017 01:07:27 GMT+0000Mahmed Ahmadhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/dengue-virus-spread-asia-airline-networks-travel/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/dengue-virus-spread-asia-airline-networks-travel/Asia’s airline networks are spreading dengue fever, says a study that mapped virus types across the continent. Tue, 8 Aug 2017 02:48:31 GMT+0000Yao-Hua Lawhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/nanoparticles-vascular-risk-escape-lungs/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/nanoparticles-vascular-risk-escape-lungs/Study on human volunteers shows inhaled nanoparticles can cross into circulation and accumulate in blood vessels. Thu, 4 May 2017 12:35:00 GMT+0000Madhukara Puttyhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/rickshaw-abaca-hemp-sidecar-design/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/rickshaw-abaca-hemp-sidecar-design/Scientists add value to Philippine abaca by using its fibre to reinvent a hardier, fuel-efficient trike sidecar. Fri, 8 Jul 2016 12:27:32 GMT+0000Paul Icaminahttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-bicycle-ownership-data-motor-vehicles/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/world-bicycle-ownership-data-motor-vehicles/Bike ownership is falling as car and scooter use climb in developing nations, paper finds. Tue, 16 Feb 2016 02:27:25 GMT+0000Tania Rabesandratanahttps://www.scidev.net/global/column/private-sector-air-pollution-delhi-cities/https://www.scidev.net/global/column/private-sector-air-pollution-delhi-cities/As deaths from air pollution rise, industries must clean up their act and cut emissions, says Maha Rafi Atal. Wed, 20 Jan 2016 04:58:03 GMT+0000Maha Rafi Atalhttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/african-trade-corridor-plans/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/african-trade-corridor-plans/Major road and rail projects may damage the environment and deliver modest development, says study. Fri, 27 Nov 2015 08:08:12 GMT+0000Edd Genthttps://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/revolution-air-airborne-cargo-drones-rwanda/https://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/revolution-air-airborne-cargo-drones-rwanda/No longer the domain of armies or scientists, cargo drones for civilian life are set to launch in Rwanda. Fri, 30 Oct 2015 02:37:53 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/project-maps-kenyan-buses-smartphones-cities/https://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/project-maps-kenyan-buses-smartphones-cities/Hear city expert Sarah Williams discuss a project designed to bring order to the chaos of Nairobi’s streets. Fri, 30 Oct 2015 12:27:32 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/epidemic-child-road-deaths/https://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/epidemic-child-road-deaths/Hear expert Saul Billingsley explain how to tackle this neglected scourge that kills almost 200,000 children a year. Tue, 6 Oct 2015 04:29:00 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/global/column/disability-changes-road-safety-design/https://www.scidev.net/global/column/disability-changes-road-safety-design/Put people over profits with design decisions that promote safety and cut road accidents, says Saul Billingsley. Wed, 26 Aug 2015 04:04:01 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/sustainable-cities-empowered-citizens-technology/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/sustainable-cities-empowered-citizens-technology/New tech can help transform lives of people living in cities – but only if they are informed and involved Thu, 21 May 2015 03:21:09 GMT+0000Paula Parkhttps://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/malaria-data-disease-rural-ghana-improved/https://www.scidev.net/global/multimedia/malaria-data-disease-rural-ghana-improved/Hear the director of a health research centre in Ghana discuss data collection and barriers to tackling the disease. Fri, 24 Apr 2015 12:16:22 GMT+0000Imogen Mathershttps://www.scidev.net/global/news/environmental-impacts-road-problems-infrastructure-expansion/https://www.scidev.net/global/news/environmental-impacts-road-problems-infrastructure-expansion/A paper urges governments to limit the many environmental impacts of ‘explosive’ infrastructure expansion. Thu, 19 Mar 2015 11:23:46 GMT+0000Michelle Kovacevic