Tag Archives: sustainable transport

Alstom Marks Revenue Service Launch for Indore Metro with World-Class Movia Trains and Advanced Signalling Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Alstom celebrates the successful launch of revenue services for the Indore Metro, featuring Movia metro trains equipped with advanced CBTC signalling systems. Manufactured in India under the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives, the trains are designed … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel and Milence Drive Electric Freight Forward with New UK Charging Hub and Expanding Network

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel and Milence are leading the charge towards electric freight transport by demonstrating the integration of electric heavy-duty vehicles into Kuehne+Nagel’s logistics operations. With the opening of Milence’s first UK public fast-charging hub in Immingham, the companies are … Read the full press release

Lux Express Invests €6 Million in NEOPLAN Skyliner Coaches to Improve Service and Sustainability on Tallinn-Tartu Route

(IN BRIEF) Lux Express, Estonia’s leading long-distance bus company, has added nine NEOPLAN Skyliner double-decker coaches to its fleet, enhancing service on the Tallinn-Tartu route. This €6 million investment will add 500 extra seats per day, providing relief during peak … Read the full press release

MAHLE Showcases Comprehensive Charging Solutions for Electric Mobility at Power2Drive Munich

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE presents a comprehensive range of innovative charging technologies at Power2Drive Munich 2025, including the chargeBIG scalable charging system, wireless charging solutions, and efficient cooling modules for fast charging. The company’s focus on sustainability and intelligent charging technologies … Read the full press release

EIB Finances €400 Million Helsinki Tramline Project to Boost Sustainable Transport

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided €400 million in financing to Helsinki for the development of the Crown Bridges Light Rail project, which will extend the city’s tram network to three eastern suburbs. The project includes the … Read the full press release

Eckerö Line Becomes Finland’s First Maritime Operator to Use Neste’s Renewable Diesel

(IN BRIEF) Eckerö Line has become the first Finnish maritime company to use Neste MY Renewable Diesel in commercial operations, helping it meet the 2% emissions reduction target of the 2025 FuelEU Maritime regulation. The renewable diesel, produced from 100% … Read the full press release

A-Train AB Secures NIB Financing to Upgrade Stockholm Airport Rail Link

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has provided a SEK 560.5 million (€51 million) loan to A-Train AB to finance seven new high-speed electric trains for the Arlanda express rail connection between Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Stockholm Central Station. … Read the full press release

Scania Unveils Three-Axle Electric Bus Chassis to Expand E-Mobility into Intercity and Suburban Routes

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched a new 6×2*4 battery-electric bus chassis variant, expanding its e-mobility platform to support city, suburban, and short intercity routes. Featuring an upgraded e-machine, rear axle system, and charging options, the three-axle design offers increased capacity, … Read the full press release

Stadler to Deliver Eight Hybrid Trains for Chemins de fer de Provence’s Greener Future

(IN BRIEF) Stadler will supply eight hybrid battery-diesel multiple units to Chemins de fer de Provence under a contract with Région Sud, aiming to replace CP’s aging diesel fleet with more sustainable and efficient trains. Running between Nice and Digne-les-Bains, … Read the full press release

Solaris Secures €100M+ Contracts to Supply 170 Zero-Emission Buses in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) Solaris has announced two major contracts in Sweden for the delivery of 170 electric buses, with a total contract value exceeding €100 million. The orders include 89 units from Nobina Sverige AB, expanding services in Stockholm with the … Read the full press release

Scania Acquires Northvolt Systems Industrial Division to Enhance Battery Solutions and Accelerate Off‑Road Electrification

(IN BRIEF) Scania has completed its acquisition of the Industrial Division of Northvolt Systems, which enhances its electrification solutions for off‑road applications. The deal, involving the takeover of production assets, an R&D center, and around 260 employees in Gdańsk, Poland, … Read the full press release

EIB Global Invests €25 Million to Modernize Air Navigation in Serbia and Montenegro, Boosting Efficiency and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has committed €25 million to upgrade the air navigation control system in Serbia and Montenegro, a project aimed at enhancing safety, efficiency, and environmental performance. This investment will fund the development of … Read the full press release

DB Schenker’s Electric Trucks Conquer Harsh Finnish Winters, Paving the Way for Sustainable Logistics

(IN BRIEF) DB Schenker has successfully demonstrated the reliability of its electric truck fleet in Finland over a one-year period, proving that these sustainable vehicles can operate efficiently in extreme winter conditions, even at -30°C. Two FUSO eCanter trucks have … Read the full press release

€150 Million Investment Propels Málaga Metro Extension to Boost Urban Mobility and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank and the Junta de Andalucía have secured a €150 million financing deal to extend Málaga Metro line 2, connecting Guadalmedina with the future Hospital Civil de Málaga station. This project includes the construction of … Read the full press release

Alstom’s Groundbreaking AlUla Tramway Project: Bridging Heritage and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s Managing Director for the Middle East, Mohamed Khalil, shares insights on the design and vision behind the AlUla tramway project, a key element in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Combining sustainability with cutting-edge low-carbon technology, the project promises … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Secures Framework Agreement for Up to 50 Vectron Locomotives with RIVE Private Investment and Northrail

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility has signed a major framework agreement with RIVE Private Investment and Northrail for up to 50 Vectron locomotives. The deal includes an initial 15 locomotives and an eight-year full-service contract, with options to purchase additional locomotives … Read the full press release

KfW IPEX-Bank Extends EUR 50 Million Loan to Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe for Sustainable Public Transport Investments

(IN BRIEF) KfW IPEX-Bank has granted Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe (KVB), a subsidiary of Stadtwerke Köln, a EUR 50 million loan to fund the transition towards more sustainable public transportation. The investment will support the acquisition of electric buses and the development … Read the full press release

Moeve and Bio-Oils Energy Advance €1.2 Billion SAF Project in Spain with Alfa Laval Technology

(IN BRIEF) Moeve, in partnership with Bio-Oils Energy and supported by Alfa Laval technology, is advancing a €1.2 billion SAF production project in Spain. The new facility in Huelva, set to produce 500,000 tonnes of SAF and renewable diesel annually, … Read the full press release

Emerging Markets Climate Action Fund Secures €450 Million, Paving the Way for Major Climate Investments in Developing Countries

(IN BRIEF) The Emerging Markets Climate Action Fund (EMCAF), a partnership between the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Allianz Global Investors, has reached a closing total of €450 million with the final €20 million contribution from Germany’s Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau … Read the full press release

Siemens eMobility Powers Sustainable Transport with Major EV Charging Projects in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Siemens eMobility has been selected as the technology partner for two major EV charging infrastructure projects in Italy, collaborating with Autolinee Toscane and IPLANET. The projects aim to accelerate sustainable mobility by electrifying public transportation and enhancing logistics … Read the full press release