Transport Sector Research Highlights

Analysis

Emerging markets target electric vehicle manufacturing
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With electric vehicles (EVs) set to become more accessible to drivers around the world – and solid growth trends attracting public and private investment – several emerging markets are looking to expand their EV manufacturing capacity. EV uptake is essential to the global energy transition, as transport remains the industry with the highest reliance on fossil fuels, producing an estimated 37% of…

Overview

Indonesia transitions to EVs, builds ports and expands airports
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As an archipelago with more than 17,000 islands and a population of nearly 280m people, Indonesia relies on various forms of passenger transport for connectivity and economic growth. The government has increased spending on transport and infrastructure in recent years, further supported by private funding under public-private partnerships (PPPs). Transport has been dominated by cars for decades, with…

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The Report: Indonesia 2024: Transport & Infrastructure
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Indonesia, an archipelago with over 17,000 islands and a population of nearly 280m, relies on diverse passenger transport systems to drive connectivity and economic development. In recent years, the government has significantly boosted spending on transport and infrastructure, further supported by private investment through public-private partnerships. Historically, the transport sector has been car-dominated,…

Country Report

The Report: Indonesia 2024
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Indonesia, a South-east Asian archipelago with over 17,000 islands, has a long history dating back millions of years, marked by the early presence of Austronesians and the spread of Islam, which became dominant by the 17th century. Currently, Indonesia is poised for significant economic growth under the incoming administration of Prabowo Subianto, which aims for 8% annual growth, targeting a top-f

Interview

Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, Managing Director and CEO, Qatar Rail; and Minister of Environment and Climate Change: Interview
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Interview:Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie How can the public and private sectors boost their contributions to rail infrastructure development? ABDULLA BIN ABDULAZIZ BIN TURKI AL SUBAIE: Railways typically rely on government funding due to their significant financial impact. However, a recent initiative aims to attract private sector participation in financing infrastructure projects,…

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Ranjeev Menon, Group CEO, Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC): Interview
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Interview:Ranjeev Menon What challenges are impacting the logistics sector, and how are industry players addressing them? RANJEEV MENON: The logistics sector continues to grapple with supply chain volatility due to aftershocks from the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions and trade disputes. Rising fuel prices and transport costs continue to strain profit margins, especially for road freight…

Analysis

How Qatar is testing autonomous vehicles and launching EVs
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There has been notable progress in the rollout of Qatar’s electric vehicle (EV) fleet and the development of autonomous public transport options, prompted by Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV). Around 70% of the bus fleet was electric as of early 2024, according to the Ministry of Transport (MoT), putting it well on its way to reaching its 100% electric fleet target by 2030. There have also been steps…

Overview

Qatar transport infrastructure prioritises sustainability, capacity expansion
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Qatar has significantly expanded its transport sector over the last decade through focused long-term strategies and high levels of public funding. In the build-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the government invested in developing the country’s roads, rail networks and public transport systems to prepare for the influx of visitors. In line with Qatar National Vision 2030 (QNV), Qatar’s transport…

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The Report: Qatar 2024: Transport
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Qatar has significantly expanded its transport sector over the last decade through focused long-term strategies and high levels of public funding. In the build-up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the government invested in developing the country’s roads, rail networks and public transport systems to prepare for the influx of visitors. In line with Qatar National Vision 2030, Qatar’s transport network…

Country Report

The Report: Qatar 2024
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While known primarily for its vast gas reserves prior to 2010, Qatar’s global profile received a major boost that year when it was chosen to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, leading to a significant increase in infrastructure development throughout the country. Qatar is now leveraging its natural resources to become a knowledge-based, diversified economy, and it is looking to attract greater foreig

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