The need to reduce the dependency on fossil fuel combined with the anticipated growth in urban population requires new solutions for transportation. Transportation will need to become more sustainable and provide additional added-value services for an increasing number of people.
The shipping industry is not usually thought to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology. Other transport industries are seen to be higher-tech and less conservative.
In September 2018, the world’s first hydrogen fuel cell passenger trains began operating in the northern part of Germany. Two trains are currently operating with plans to add 14 more trains in the region by the end of 2021.
The largest consumer electronics show has opened in Las Vegas. Until 11 January, CES 2019 will showcase the latest technology developments from over 4500 companies. More than 20,000 products are expected to be launched.
All eyes are on Katowice in Poland ahead of COP24, due to start on December 2. Climate change, never far away from the headlines, is expected to become one of the major focuses of the news agenda in coming days.