Transport stories - Page 4
New study looks at tech disruption and skills gap in Australia's transport sector
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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cleantech
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disruption
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rmit
New study to map emerging skills gaps and training needs in Australia's transport sector disrupted by technology and impacted by COVID-19.
Location tech crucial for the future of transport and logistics, research finds
Thu, 6th Aug 2020
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robots
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supply chain & logistics
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transport
Location technologies are driving post-COVID growth in transport and logistics, with Asia-Pacific telematics revenue forecast to reach USD $14 billion by 2025.
Veovo launches solution to empower train operators following COVID-19
Fri, 29th May 2020
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transport
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covid-19
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Veovo unveils a new tool to help train operators manage crowd density, aiding social distancing as travel restrictions ease post-COVID-19.
Research: Transportation analytics market set to boom
Mon, 25th May 2020
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smart cities
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data analytics
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martech
According to a new report, it is set to hit US$21.8 Billion by 2027 driven by urbanisation, the growth of big data and smart city initiatives.
New e-scooters arrive in Auckland after death of Lime, Wave
Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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auckland council
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transport
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e-scooters
Neuron Mobility is one of four e-scooter companies with a licence to deploy across Auckland, bringing 880 bright orange scooters to the streets.
Five ways the UK plans to embrace a driverless future
Wed, 4th Sep 2019
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cartech
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autonomous vehicle
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transport
The UK plans to have self-driving vehicles up and running on roads by 2030. In the 11 years leading up to that goal, there’s a careful approach to the rollout.
Newcastle smart city initiatives win two IDC awards
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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smart cities
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iot
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wireless networks
Newcastle's smart city initiatives, featuring transport optimisation and urban innovation, have earned the city two prestigious IDC SCAPA awards.
NZ owned e-scooter service rolls into Wellington
Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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apps
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wellington city council
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transport
Following a growing global trend, New Zealand-owned electric scooter share company Flamingo is launching in the capital June 18.
Seven Aussie projects shortlisted in IDC's Smart Cities Awards
Wed, 15th May 2019
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smart cities
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iot
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wireless networks
The nominated projects include three from Newcastle alone and span smart water metering, solar farms, virtualization and transport.
Chch IT company makes waves in US intelligent transport sector
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Christchurch's Connexionz is revolutionising US transit systems, including NYC ferries, while expanding its presence in California with new projects and hires.
Uber wants you to hail a speedboat in Mumbai
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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aras
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transport
Uber launches speedboat service in Mumbai, allowing riders to hail boats via its app; the boats will cover coastal routes and cost from INR ₹5,700.
How taxis are advancing the IoT industry
Tue, 30th Oct 2018
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smart cities
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transport
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public transport
The transportation industry shows how a technology like IoT can be applied, built on, and provide new opportunities with the data it collects.
Intelligent transport technology vital in Auckland Transport’s 10-year plan
Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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transport
Auckland Transport's 10-year plan, with a budget of NZD $28 billion, underscores intelligent transport technology as crucial for future transport solutions.
Transport in NSW: do easier 'tap ons' make for compromised security?
Fri, 25th May 2018
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Commuters will now be able to 'tap on' with credit cards or digital wallets, but they might be opening themselves up to security threats in doing so.
Uber aims to ‘elevate’ its service with flying taxis
Wed, 9th May 2018
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cartech
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uber
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transport
Uber's new VTOL aircraft promise to cut down commute times and reduce traffic congestion, but safety concerns cloud their aerial ambitions.
Toyota’s bus of the future may deliver your pizza
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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cartech
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toyota
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buses
Toyota announces new mobility service alliance and unveils e-Palette concept vehicle at CES. Launch partners include Amazon, Uber and Pizza Hut.
Go Bus aims to bring savvy transport solution to NZ
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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buses
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transport
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axis
Using a smartphone app and the efficiencies of ride sharing, Savy will provide on-demand and affordable transport...
The Kiwi software company helping NZTA build a $700m road
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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cloud services
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nzta
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transport
NZTA partners with New Zealand software company CS-VUE to manage $709.5m motorway project from Pūhoi to Warkworth.
Commuters rejoice: Hamilton transport system gets a tech upgrade
Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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solar power
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transport
Hamilton's commute leaps into the future with new eStop displays offering live bus updates, a first in New Zealand's smart transport tech.
Funny or misleading? Uber NZ’s attempt at comedy land them in the frying pan
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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uber
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asa
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transport
Uber NZ's comedic ad backfires, ASA deems it misleading, casting doubt on the rigour of driver checks amidst humour claims.