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Innovations accelerate railway building safety
Chinese railway builders are intensifying innovations in a bid to realize a leapfrog upgrade in the intelligent construction of railways and enhance work safety. In Gansu province in Northwest China, State constructors helping to build the...

Transport targets in WA Budget
The 2025–26 Western Australian State Budget outlines $204 million in new port infrastructure investment, with additional funding for Westport and roads. Civil engineers and freight planners are likely to welcome the immediate works pipeline but...
MOL Group to Participate in Maritime Innovation Accelerator Program for Startups- Driving Innovation in the Shipping Industry and Strengthening Support for Startups
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that its Singapore Sub-Headquarters, MOL (Asia Oceania) Pte. Ltd. (MOLAO; Managing Director: Sakura Kuma; Headquarters: Singapore) has decided to participate for the first time as an innovation partner in the...

‘There Is Enough Material There for a Bomb’ Says Nuclear Expert After Strikes
Experts are questioning the fate of Iran’s uranium stockpile following US and Israeli strikes on key nuclear facilities The United States military struck three nuclear sites in Iran early Sunday, joining Israel’s effort to halt the Islamic...

Satellite images flag ‘unusual’ activity at Iran nuclear sites hours before US airstrikes – Was nuclear material moved?
The United States carried out a “successful” bombing attack at three Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday — with President Donald Trump claiming that the locations had been “obliterated”. Operation Midnight Hammer involved seven B-2 Spirit bombers...

Illegal consumer goods, timbers and unregistered vehicles seized
Under the supervision of the Illegal Trade Eradication Steering Committee, efforts to combat the illicit trade are continued effectively by the law. On 18 and 20 June, the combined teams impounded industrial materials worth K9.31 million without...

Space Needle architects highlight new experiences and innovations at the iconic landmark
Two leaders behind the Seattle Space Needle's massive redesign say it was a huge undertaking and one that was crucial to ensure the city's iconic landmark is preserved for years to come. "A big part of The Century Project as it got going was both...

Two of Philly’s popup bakers teamed up to split rent. The result? Pure joy and deliciousness, and regularly scheduled baked goods
A real-life buddy comedy has been unfolding in a Philly bakery recently, and those tuned in to the right Instagram feeds have been reaping rewards sweet and savory: garlic bread croissants, chocolate cheesecake danish, spicy focaccia with sharp...

Al Barakah Dates Factory serves as a model for growth, innovation
Dubai has successfully laid a strong foundation for the growth of a sustainable, competitive industrial sector that supports economic diversification. Today, it stands as a prime destination for major industrial investments, offering unique...

AAIB transports aircraft debris to airport premises, report likely to be out in 3-4 months, say officials
On Sunday, a somber sight unfolded on Ahmedabad’s Shahibaug roads as trailer trucks transported debris from the ill-fated Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, which crashed shortly after take off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on...

SD Guthrie, Sime Darby Property to develop industrial and logistics hub on Carey Island
PETALING JAYA: SD Guthrie Bhd and Sime Darby Property Bhd have signed a joint venture agreement to develop up to 2,000 acres of land on Carey Island, Selangor, to support sustainable economic growth and innovation. The joint venture agreement is a...

Fly ash brick prices up due to raw material costs in Indore
Representative ImageINDORE: A significant increase in raw material costs led to a price hike of 0.50 paise per piece in fly ash bricks across Indore, lifting the overall building costs for homeowners and construction companies. The surge primarily...

Logistics outsourcing sector showing promise as BPO slows
With earnings and employment in the business process outsourcing sector having hit a plateau in the last year, logistics is said to be emerging as the next driver of foreign exchange earnings and jobs. Wayne Sinclair, president of the Global...

Troops arrest 7 terrorists’ logistics suppliers, collaborators in Borno
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Friday said troops Operation Hadin Kai operating in the North East arrested 7 terrorists logistics suppliers and collaborators during well-coordinated operations conducted in Kaga, Gwoza, Biu and Ngalabetween....

Türkiye expected to hold 5G tender in August: Transport Minister
A top Turkish official said the country was hoping to hold a tender for 5G network services in August, adding that the mobile communication service was expected to start next year. "I think we will hold this tender in August if there are no...

Transport firm looking to create base at Wednesbury industrial estate
E & A Freight Ltd has applied for a licence to use a unit at Bilport Lane in Wednesbury as an operating centre, with three goods vehicles and three trailers set to be housed at the unit. The Traffic Commissioner has asked for owners or occupiers...

Innovative Uses for Autonomous Vehicles Transforming Transportation Today
Imagine a world where your daily commute is stress-free and efficient, all thanks to autonomous vehicles. These self-driving cars are not just a futuristic dream; they’re rapidly becoming a reality, transforming how we think about transportation....

SpaceX’s Transporter 14 launch will carry more than 150 capsules of DNA, human remains
Celestis has been a pioneering force in space-burial services since 1994. The Houston-based company has sent the DNA and other remains of loved ones, pets and celebrities into outer space on a series of missions using a variety of rockets,...

Pollution-free transport being promoted in Punjab
LAHORE - Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan said on Saturday that environmentally friendly and clean transport means green and lean future that is why the government is taking all possible...

Revolutionary travel system to 'transform' West Midlands transport
Gurdip Thandi, Local Democracy Reporter 12:10, 22 Jun 2025 A state-of-the-art travel innovation has the potential to completely 'revolutionise' public transport across the West Midlands. Local Transport Minister Simon Lightwood says Very Light...