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Fossil fuel-powered public transport doesn't just pollute—it keeps the Philippine economy vulnerable to volatile oil prices. When fuel costs rise, jeepney drivers and bus operators are forced to increase fares, leaving commuters to shoulder the burden. This cycle hits hardworking Filipinos the hardest, making daily life more expensive and uncertain. Breaking free from this reliance requires bold incentives and sustainable solutions. It's time to invest in a future where transportation is cleaner, more stable, and affordable for all. 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 https://lnkd.in/gVhqBASY #EJeepneys | #Philippines | #PublicTransportation | #ImpactInvesting | #SustainableDevelopment | #Insight | #InvestInChange

I often stop to watch the freight trains rumble down and power up the Lickey Incline whilst walking our boundless energy filled hound. To the point now that if we don't see a well-known supermarket's goods passing through in it's regular slot it's remarked upon. Even with the 1 in 37 gradient, the transportation of the freight seems almost effortless. An efficient, traffic and emissions reducing way to keep essential goods and materials moving. Solid business cases to continue to decarbonise essential transit systems are built on solid and essential data so this bespoke tool caught my eye this week. Arup's transport planning and digital specialists designed a bespoke digital calculation to analyse more than 1,000 freight routes and found that one train can remove up to 28 trucks from Victoria’s roads. Supporting clients in quantifying the impact of proposed schemes makes for better and faster decision making. Read more about the tool in the link below. #Freight #GHG #WeAreArup

The hundreds of ships sailing south of Africa to the Red Sea crisis are making journeys longer and increasing shipping’s carbon footprint. Tracking platform Shipsgo includes estimates that the emissions from each of the containers emitted an average of 1.35 tons of CO2 per container, that’s 0.28 tons more - just over 280 kg. #shipping #containershipping #freight #oceanfreight #sustainability #business #globaltrade #logistics

Switching from road freight to rail freight can lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality. But how much GHG emissions would be saved? Salta Properties engaged us to undertake a Base Case Assessment for an inland port in Dandenong South, Melbourne, which would offer rail freight. We compared the GHG emissions produced by existing truck freight routes from the Port of Melbourne with the proposed rail freight option. Our bespoke digital tool analysed over 1,000 freight routes and found that one train can remove up to 28 trucks from Melbourne’s roads, and 50,000 trucks could be removed from roads annually. Our assessment data is helping Salta Properties quantify reduced emissions, helping organisations to make better freight decisions. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3UCVJoP #Freight #Australia #Ports #Rail

Infrastructure • In the Caribbean, connectivity improves with a new cargo ferry service. Routes will focus on agricultural shipments between Trinidad, Guyana, and Barbados. For context, the distance between Port of Spain and Bridgetown is about 250 nautical miles.

If you’re wondering how the Red Sea crisis impacts global shipping, this paper by the International Transport Forum with contributions from MDS Transmodal Ltd is a very informative piece of work.

#NewZealandRail // You might be surprised to learn investing in rail infrastructure actually saves money. The ARA’s Benefit of Rail to New Zealand report shows that rail generates considerable savings, including $2.3 billion through positive impacts on environmental, safety, health, and reduced road congestion outcomes.  The savings each year include:   🕑$1.53 billion cutting down time and congestion   ❤️ $291 million less adverse health effects   ⛽$267 million lower fuel and maintenance   💥 $161 million less crashes, deaths, and serious injuries   📉 $36 million less domestic greenhouse gas emissions  And this is just a conservative estimate given it does not include land value uplift, tourism, relative infrastructure costs, resilience, or long-term supply chain performance.  📄 The Benefit of Rail to New Zealand report: https://lnkd.in/eDceG6Et 💡 Key facts: https://lnkd.in/guzkK9qe #Rail #NZRail

#NewZealandRail // Did you know that rail saves travellers 8.8 million hours and 10.3 million hours of driving annually in Auckland and Wellington respectively, and results in eight less road fatalities each year? This results from 23 million passenger journeys and 17 million tonnes of freight being moved by rail each year.  Rail also reduces fossil fuel consumption by almost 150 million litres per year, taking 2,000 fuel tankers off the road and saving $195 million. According to the new ARA report, 'The Benefit of Rail to New Zealand', the rail industry generates these positive impacts every year:  ✅ Almost 400 per cent less carbon emissions by getting freight off roads and on rail   ✅ Eight lives saved and 203 injuries avoided on roads  ✅ 19.1 million less hours spent driving on roads in Auckland and Wellington   ✅ Almost 150 million less litres of fossil fuels being burned The Benefit of Rail to New Zealand report shows the rail industry provides more than $3.3 billion in economic benefits to New Zealand every year. This includes $2.3 billion annually in environmental, safety, health and reduced road congestion benefits, as well as almost $1 billion each year towards the GDP of New Zealand. 📄 The Benefit of Rail to New Zealand report: https://lnkd.in/eDceG6Et  💡 Key facts: https://lnkd.in/guzkK9qe    #Rail #NZRail #BenefitofRail

Challenges and Solutions in Filipino Transport In the Philippines, the transportation system faces numerous challenges that hinder efficient movement of people and goods. This article will discuss some of the challenges faced by the transportation system in the Philippines and propose possible solutions to address these challenges. Challenges 1. Traffic Congestion One of the most pressing challenges in the Philippine transportation system is traffic congestion. Major cities like Manila experience heavy traffic jams on a daily basis, resulting in wasted time and productivity for commuters. 2. Poor Infrastructure The transportation infrastructure in the Philippines is inadequate and poorly maintained. Many roads are riddled with potholes, bridges are in disrepair, and public transportation vehicles are outdated and poorly maintained. 3. Lack of Public Transport Options There is a lack of viable public transport options in the Philippines, especially in rural areas. This forces people to rely on private vehicles, exacerbating traffic congestion and air pollution. Solutions 1. Improve Public Transportation One so... Read more https://lnkd.in/gST3Rdki #Challenges #Filipino ...

Using the North Africa route to ship goods from Asia to Europe generally refers to routing ships around the Cape of Good Hope, at the southern tip of Africa, rather than using the more direct Suez Canal route. Which we know at the moment is not a safe route for ships to take. As expected we are now starting to feel the effects of this change. Why does it have such a big impact? 1. Increased Distance and Transit Time Shipping via the Cape of Good Hope adds approximately 3,500 to 7,500 additional nautical miles, depending on the origin and destination. We are seeing an extension of about 2 weeks on our delivery times. 2. Higher Costs Longer transit times translate directly into higher operational costs. Ships consume more fuel and require more crew time, increasing the overall cost of shipping. 3. Increased Risks Longer journeys expose shipping companies to a broader range of risks. 4. Environmental Impact Longer voyages result in increased emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants. As the maritime industry faces growing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint, taking longer routes that significantly increase fuel consumption is counterproductive to these goals. these longer routes. 5. Capacity issues Given the longer duration at sea, ships are not where they are supposed to be and shipping companies need more ships to maintain the same frequency of deliveries. With lack of capacity, comes more demand, and with more demand, more cost! From a practical point of view at the moment, some of the ways to mitigate the risks are: 1) Allow more time, add approx. 4 weeks onto your supply chain 2) Switch production to Europe if you can for some time 3) Shop around with shipping, while the container prices are high overall, there may be some savings with containers that have space in particular if you are not shipping full loads #supplychainissues #productsourcingireland #shippingireland #sourcingtips