NEWS THIS WEEK: Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030 approved, Lime reports record ridership & Kinetic opens electric bus depot in West Auckland

Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030 receives official approval

The plan, which outlines how RTA will scale up Dubai’s marine transport system through to 2030, encompasses an expansion of the marine transport network, an increase in passenger lines and the adoption of 3D printing and autonomous technology. Read more.

Lime’s record global ridership drives 45% growth in first half of 2023

Lime, the shared electric vehicle company, has unveiled new global financial and ridership figures from the first half of 2023 that demonstrate that demand for shared e-bikes and e-scooters continues to grow around the world. Lime is off to the best start of any year in its history. This record ridership stems from Lime’s growth within existing markets and into new markets, leading to higher average trips-per-vehicle-per-day and improved supply and reliability for riders. Read more.

Kinetic opens latest electric bus depot in West Auckland

With this milestone, Kinetic solidifies its position as the largest operator of electric buses in New Zealand, boasting a fleet of 200 zero-emission vehicles distributed across eight depots in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington. This milestone celebration has been marked by the introduction of 43 new zero-emission buses into Auckland’s public transportation network, a joint endeavour with Auckland Transport (AT). Read more.

First hybrid high-speed passenger ferry introduced Uber Boat by Thames Clippers in European first

The hybrid, high-speed Earth Clipper is the first of three new Uber Boat by Thames Clippers passenger ferries to operate with zero tailpipe emissions. From 12 September 2023, sightseers and commuters in London have been able to make more eco-friendly journeys. Earth Clipper, Europe’s first hybrid high-speed passenger ferry, built to the High-Speed Craft Code, and the first of three new Uber Boat by Thames Clippers passenger ferries to operate with zero tailpipe emissions in Central London, has started sailing. Read more.

Malta invests €20 million in new electric buses and charging depot

The introduction of Malta Public Transport’s electric buses will significantly reduce emissions, including a 70% cut in greenhouse gases, reduced noise pollution and enhanced energy efficiency. As part of this effort, it has inaugurated its cutting-edge electric bus charging depot, as well as introduced 30 brand new, fully electric, zero-emission buses. Read more.

Intelligent Transport Podcast Episode 24 – Katherine Conrad, NEORide

In this latest episode of the Intelligent Transport Podcast, Editorial Assistant Halimah Haque sits down with Katherine Conrad, CEO of NEORide, to discuss the pioneering EZfare system and NEORide’s relentless commitment to improving accessibility and making transit services more convenient and equitable for all passengers in the region. Listen now.

Introducing our first episode of Let's Talk Transport!

Lights, camera, action! Intelligent Transport are thrilled to announce the launch of our new video interview series, "Let's Talk Transport." Our first episode brings you an insightful discussion on diversity in public transport with Lorna Murphy, Operations and HR Director at Abellio London. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion. Watch now.

Intelligent Transport's Latest Issue

Issue 3 is packed full of exclusive content, including:

• In-Depth Focus: Sustainable Mobility & Air Quality
• In-Depth Focus: Passenger Experience
• Roundtable: Ticketing & Payments