− Aviation’s post-pandemic recovery buoyed by a surge in tourism − Emerging markets launch new airlines to boost status as global aviation centres − Historic aircraft deals signal return of investor confidence to sector − New emissions regulations present opportunities for sustainable fuel production With global aviation passenger numbers rebounding, emerging markets…
− The number of passenger electric vehicles (EVs) is set to triple over the coming decade − Domestic production of EVs dovetails with MENA economic diversification strategies − Subsidies, tax incentives and micromobility EVs are supporting uptake − Charging stations, mining infrastructure and battery production key to expansion With electric vehicles (EVs) set to proliferate and become…
– New mobility services are forecast to expand dramatically through to 2030 – Transport innovation offers opportunities to leapfrog traditional modes of transit – Asia is poised to be the centre of demand for transport-sharing services – Micromobility solutions have significant room for growth As the world looks to reduce carbon emissions and improve the ease and cost of urban transport,…
En Español – Latin American countries are working on large-scale transport infrastructure projects – The Bioceanic Corridor will link Brazil’s Atlantic coast with Chile’s Pacific ports – Projects are expected to close the infrastructure gap and bolster international trade – The transport links will also improve economic opportunities in underdeveloped areas As Latin America continues…
In this Global Platform video, Omar Fayad, governor of Hidalgo, talks about the state’s economic diversification strategy, which has involved comprehensive legislative reform, the promotion of public-private partnerships and an expansion of its sources of foreign investment. The government of Hidalgo has worked to improve the business ecosystem by prioritising the digitalisation of administrative
– Shipping generates 2.9% of global carbon emissions – Leading companies are trialling carbon-neutral fuels – Organisations explore wind sails, new ship designs and speed limits – Hurdles related to clean fuel supply and investment cost As environmental concerns become increasingly pressing for governments and businesses alike, the shipping industry is taking steps to reduce its carbon…
The petrochemicals and logistics sectors have been some of the most exposed industries in Latin America and across the world during the past 13 months. Both critical to the region’s economies, they faced substantial headwinds in the early months of the pandemic, such as closed borders and strict measures on industrial operations. For petrochemicals and chemical firms, the immediate impact has been…
Dealerships are looking to pre-owned vehicles to shore up automotive industry turnover during the Covid-19 pandemic, with used personal cars outperforming new unit sales in a variety of emerging and developed markets. This comes as consumers seek to adhere to social-distancing guidelines and avoid public transport, while making the most of their diminished purchasing power amid global economic…
Many of the emerging world’s mass transit systems have seen demand nosedive as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Lockdowns, social distancing and remote working – as well as fears around an increased risk of infection in enclosed spaces – have led to dramatic reductions in passenger numbers, but also innovative ideas for enhancing safety measures and generating new revenue streams. In…
The global distribution of medical goods and foodstuffs has become the primary focusof efforts to keep essential supply chains open during the coronavirus pandemic. As globalisation has increased, the world’s supply chains have become substantially more interconnected. Moreover, as emerging market economies have steadily come to account for a greater proportion of global GDP, goods often…
