Sydney light rail ‘superb’ despite issues
The operators of Sydney’s newly opened light rail network insist day one was an “outstanding success”, despite a breakdown stopping services and a driver slamming the emergency brakes on after going through a red light. The new service runs along a 12 km line between Circular Quay to Randwick. [7news.com.au]
Jerusalem-Tel Aviv fast train to finally start operating next week
The long-anticipated direct Jerusalem-Tel Aviv fast train will start operating on this Saturday evening, December 21, according to the schedule on Israel Railways’ official website — 18 years after the project began and 11 years after its originally scheduled completion date. [timesofisrael.com]
I quit flying for a year. Here’s what I learned during my year off.
Taking a train around New Zealand is no mean feat. In the North Island, the train between Auckland and Wellington runs only every second day. If you get off at a stop along the way, you have to wait another two days to continue your journey. So why do it? [nverse.com]
Can New York Plug All Its Subway Holes Before the Next Storm Hits?
New York’s subway system has enabled the city’s spectacular growth. But the same subway is now the city’s Achilles heel in an age of sea-level rise. Much of New York sits on high ground. Unfortunately, that may not matter if there’s no longer a way to get around the city because the transit system keeps filling with water. [gizmodo.com]
Taking the train from Paris to London uses 55% less CO2 than flying
Individuals are most motivated by speed when it comes to travel, but increasingly decisions are being made on the environmental impact of their travel choice, according to data from a survey conducted by European travel booking platform Omio. [airqualitynews.com]
Public transportation threat matrix evolves with geopolitical climate
To protect public transportation, system operators must guard against long-standing and newer threats. They must understand the ease with which attackers can target open infrastructure; cooperate with other law enforcement and intelligence entities; have response plans for infrastructure attacks; and prioritize cybersecurity. [securityinfowatch.com]
