Global Scans · Transport · Weekly Summary

• [New] Additional requirements follow in 2035, 2038 and 2040: a recycled at scale criterion, a shift to recyclability grades A and B only, and a 70% reuse target for transport packaging. Coolset
• [New] Government initiatives and investments in intelligent transportation infrastructure are expected to drive 5G growth in China's automotive and smart transportation markets by 2033. Straits Research
• [New] By 2029, the Federal Government intends to allocate approximately EUR $169 billion for transport infrastructure, including railways, bridges and roads. Last Week in ConTech
• [New] The Department for Transport has begun work on the Crisis Response and Resilience Digital Twin, to enhance its ability to manage and respond to disruptions across the UK's transport network. UKAuthority
• [New] In India, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways projects commercial vehicle sales reaching 5 million units annually by 2030 as logistics infrastructure investment accelerates under the PM Gati Shakti national master plan. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Leveraging Dubai Science Park's strategic location, the additional storage capacity offers access to key transport networks including Al Maktoum International Airport, which will serve as a multimodal logistics hub for 12 million tonnes of freight when its planned expansion is completed. Government of Dubai Media Office
• [New] Cities like Copenhagen and Amsterdam are leading the charge with green transportation initiatives powered by AI, showcasing the potential for technology to drive environmental change. The Journll Blog
• [New] Asia will require US$ 26 trillion in infrastructure investment through 2030, a significant portion of which encompasses logistics and transportation, creating a favorable operating environment for 3 PL expansion. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The European Commission's Trans-European Transport Network program, which targets the completion of a multimodal core network by 2030, is actively expanding cross-border freight capacity across EU member states. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The launch of Etihad Rail's passenger service is one of the more significant transport milestones the UAE has seen in a long time, and it's still unfolding - more stations are coming, and the full picture of its impact on property will take a few years to become clear. Sustainable Homes Real Estate
• [New] The travel and ticketing segment is expected to register the fastest growth at a CAGR of 19.6% during 2026-2034, driven by increasing digital bookings for flights, railways, public transportation, and entertainment events. Straits Research
• [New] Victoria's renewable energy transition is accelerating to meet ambitious climate targets, with renewable electricity expected to reach 95% by 2035 alongside significant growth in energy storage, electrification of transport, and increased electricity demand. Sustainability Victoria
• [New] The shipping & transportation segment is expected to expand at a notable growth rate in the coming years. Precedence Research
• [New] A nationwide shift to zero-emission vehicles could prevent more than 108,000 premature deaths in the United States by 2050 by significantly reducing air pollution from road transportation. -

Last updated: 07 August 2026