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DMCI and Japan's Taisei win $287M NAIA subway spur contract
Infrastructure firms D.M. Consunji Inc. and Taisei Corp. secured a P16.06 billion (≈$287 million) contract to build the NAIA spur line of the Metro Manila Subway. The award includes $20.2 million and ¥7.03 billion (≈$45 million) in foreign‑denominated payments and required an extra P66.18 million (≈$1.2 million) to cover inflation after a two‑year bidding delay.
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Waymo’s robotaxi fleet is now delivering 500,000 paid, driverless rides each week across ten U.S. metropolitan areas, a figure that has doubled in less than twelve months. The milestone underscores the company’s rapid scaling of autonomous‑vehicle operations without a safety driver. Waymo attributes the growth to expanded service zones, higher vehicle availability, and refined dispatch algorithms. The surge positions the firm as the most heavily utilized commercial driverless network in the United States.
NVision, Inc. delivered a full‑service reverse‑engineering solution for an FAA‑certified repair station that lacked original CAD data for a piston and integrated sleeve. Using ultra‑high‑precision 3D scanners, the firm captured micron‑level geometry, performed detailed metallurgical analysis, and produced solid CAD...
April 1st is judgment day for your fuel tank. The government just slashed Budi 95 quotas by 33% and put diesel on a leash. Are you ready for the RM1.99 squeeze? TLDR List: 1. RON95 quota slashed. 2. Gig workers protected. 3. Diesel limits enforced. 4....
Denmark‑based shipping group Norden is entering the ice‑class market by securing a long‑term cargo contract with Swedish miner LKAB and ordering two new multipurpose vessels. The 10‑year contract covers bentonite shipments from Greece to northern Sweden, prompting Norden to commission...
Russia is pouring roughly $11.8 billion into transport and trade infrastructure across the four Ukrainian regions it occupies, building over 2,500 km of railways, highways and roads between 2022 and 2025. The centerpiece projects include the 525‑km Novorossiya Railways line, a 1,400‑km...
Geely Auto Group has merged its Gothenburg and Frankfurt engineering centres into a single entity called Geely Technology Europe. The new hub will serve the Zeekr, Lynk & Co, and Geely brands, working alongside the Geely Research Institute in China....
Changan Automobile and Brazilian partner CAOA have launched the first locally assembled Uni‑T SUV from a new automated line in Anápolis, marking the start of a US$950 million investment cycle through 2028. The program brings total spending at the plant to...
Beyond Aero’s BYA‑I One hydrogen‑powered business jet has passed its Preliminary Design Review, clearing a key hurdle toward EASA and FAA CS‑25 certification. The aircraft uses 700 atm gaseous hydrogen stored in high‑pressure carbon‑fiber tanks, eliminating the need for cryogenic infrastructure....
RV Tech, the Volkswagen‑Rivian joint venture, completed winter testing of its production‑intent software‑defined vehicle (SDV) architecture in Sweden and Arizona. The tests validated OTA update capability, all‑wheel‑drive systems, traction control, and driving performance on reference models representing the VW ID.Every1, Audi...
BlueBotics unveiled SmartPass, a new feature in its ANT software suite that equips ANT‑driven AGVs and AMRs with configurable obstacle‑avoidance while preserving virtual‑path efficiency. The technology lets robots detour around blockages using the shortest permitted route, then instantly rejoin their...
In Khasab, Oman, residents watch the Strait of Hormuz from a tranquil beach while a regional war unfolds. Iran has effectively choked the narrow waterway, disrupting the flow of roughly one‑fifth of global oil. The United States and Israel have...
The article curates recent supply‑chain insights that spotlight automation’s growing role in the middle mile. It highlights site‑to‑site robots, real‑time tracking for high‑value electronics, and AI‑driven conversational tools reshaping logistics planning. Geographic optimization is underscored by a JLL‑identified warehouse that...
beOnd, the premium leisure carrier backed by Arabesque and SIMDI Group, will launch direct all‑business‑class flights from London and Paris to Malé in December 2026. The Paris service starts on 15 December and the London service follows on 16 December, pending regulatory...
Striking image: dozens of empty tankers queued up at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea ports, ready to load oil. @saudi_aramco has diverted approximately 4 million barrels per day from its eastern fields to the west. Their rapid and massive response stands...
Turn Any Bike Electric: Ex-BYD and Huawei Engineers Unveil Compact 32 km/h Drive System via @Rainmaker1973 #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/z9nN0Ue1kP
Moroccan electric‑mobility startup GoSwap has closed a seed round exceeding $2 million, led by Azur Innovation Fund, to scale its battery‑as‑a‑service network. The company’s swap stations, already 20 in Casablanca, let users replace scooter batteries in under 10 seconds, cutting operating...
Valeo’s ‘Invisible Trailer’ Tech Lets Drivers See Straight Through Their Load by @Khulood_Almani #Innovation #EmergingTech #Tech #Technology #TechForGood https://t.co/DVtIYuOjJj
A Picture Worth a Thousand Words: Saudi Crude Exports from Western Ports Continue to Rise https://t.co/fSDuoL9nVW
Qatar Airways is extending Privilege Club tier status for members whose tiers would expire between Feb. 28 and May 31, 2026, offering a three‑month extension for those under 90% of required Qpoints and a full 12‑month renewal for those at...
The EU has expanded its vessel sanctions against Russia’s shadow fleet to almost 600 ships in less than a year, turning a targeted measure into a broad programme. Listings are based largely on limited data sources such as Equasis, AIS...
Head for Points is a UK‑based travel‑rewards forum that aggregates discussions on airline miles, credit‑card points, hotel loyalty schemes, airport lounges and related travel topics. The site hosts over 8,200 registered members, 28 sub‑forums, more than 20,000 topics and 182,884...
The article reviews the eight best rear bike lights for 2026, highlighting both traditional LED units and radar‑enabled taillights. It details key specifications such as lumens, battery life, charging method, and unique features like automatic brake illumination and vehicle detection....
Uzbekistan has officially designated Tashkent‑Humo International Airport as the nation’s exclusive gateway for business aviation, replacing the main Tashkent International Airport for charter operations. Effective 17 February 2026, all business‑jet flight plans must list UZTP as the destination, ensuring flights use the...
Bab al-Mandeb is now in play Another chokepoint, another layer of disrupt Iran doesn’t need to win militarily. It just needs to expand the number of places it can break the system. https://t.co/k876kDiu36 #Hormuz #BabAlMandeb #Oil #Shipping #Geopolitics #EnergyCrisis #RedSea #Suez #Iran #OOTT
Sony and Honda have terminated development of the Afeela electric vehicle, ending a high‑profile project that would have combined PlayStation entertainment with autonomous driving. The joint venture cited Honda's decision to scale back its EV roadmap, and California reservers will...
Pony AI announced that 85% of Chinese drivers are comfortable riding robotaxis, its fleet has grown to 1,200 vehicles with a goal of 3,000 by year‑end, and it is preparing Europe’s first commercial robotaxi service in Zagreb with Uber and...
I asked Sec. Rubio planeside if the Strait of Hormuz can be reopened without US boots on the ground. He said it's a Dept. of War question, but "It can be open tomorrow if #Iran stops threatening global shipping, which is...
The record truckload van spot rate is $3.55/mile, hit in late 2021. I have conviction that we will surpass that this year. If we don’t, I will go to Turkey and get this haircut. https://t.co/vzD4gUx7Xc
Tesla has been placed on Fortune’s 2026 America’s Most Innovative Companies list, largely thanks to its Cybercab and expanding Robotaxi service. The Cybercab, built at Gigafactory Texas, targets a ten‑second production cycle and a sub‑$30,000 price point, while Tesla’s Full...
Airbus is leading the ECLIF‑X flight‑test campaign to quantify how fuel sulfur and aromatic content affect contrail formation. The program flies an A321XLR equipped with Pratt & Whitney’s TALON‑X rich‑burn combustor using three fuel blends—baseline Jet A‑1 (~200 ppm sulfur), high‑sulfur Jet A‑1 (650 ppm), and...
On July 16, 1999 John F. Kennedy Jr. piloted a small plane that crashed into the Atlantic off Martha’s Vineyard, killing him, his wife Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and her sister Lauren. The National Transportation Safety Board attributed the accident primarily to pilot error, citing disorientation...
Trump Says He’ll Use An Emergency Order To Pay TSA Screeners — After Letting Airport Security Lines Explode - View from the Wing https://t.co/zIbnzvmk0o
Despite the noise in the economy, auto shipments via rail are near all time highs https://t.co/JLtQ05WOqa
New Zealand’s government unveiled a four‑phase National Fuel Plan to manage potential shortages triggered by the war in Iran and related supply‑chain disruptions. Phase 1 involves monitoring fuel stocks while keeping access normal; Phase 2 urges voluntary conservation and tighter coordination with...
Last month, the US shipped more chemicals via rail than any other time in history. With a week to go, March will break that number... https://t.co/uOZuXMwy6j
Wowzer... Sherif is see rates far above market peaks, even during the COVID slam https://t.co/7CmmVuEBD6
The Jeep brand is back in Moab, Utah, for the 60th Easter Jeep Safari from March 28 to April 5, bringing a record‑size lineup of custom 4x4 concepts and immersive activations. Jeep and Mopar will also lead trail‑restoration projects with...
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts entered the ultra‑luxury yachting market with the launch of Four Seasons I, a 207‑metre residential‑style superyacht that began its inaugural Mediterranean voyage on March 20, 2026. The vessel features 95 suites, 11 dining venues and...
The U.S. federal government announced a fast‑track program that could allow commercial electric air‑taxi services to begin operating as early as summer 2026. The initiative seeks to accelerate certification, infrastructure, and market entry for autonomous aerial mobility.
Chinese automakers rebounded in Europe during February, with BYD and Zhejiang Leapmotor boosting their presence. The two brands secured 16% of hybrid registrations, up one point from January, and captured 14% of fully electric car registrations, a two‑point rise. Dataforce’s...
A Bell helicopter conducting bucket drops on a Cape Town wildfire clipped a cliffside, crashed, and landed upside‑down on the fire, but the pilot survived with cuts and bruises. The aircraft’s fuel tanks remained intact, preventing a secondary blaze. In...
Pro tip: arguing with Dr. Sal about military logistics is like arguing with the gate agent after the plane took off. But go ahead. Maybe you’ll win. Maybe he’ll open the door. We’ll all be pressed against the glass waiting to...
CIMAC Working Group 17 released a new guideline detailing how hydrogen, ammonia, methanol and ethanol can be used in stationary and marine gas engines. The safety chapter stresses that handling these alternative fuels requires specialized training. It outlines acute health...
Japanese paint specialist Nippon Paint Marine introduced AQUATERRAS 1100, a low‑VOC, biocide‑free hull coating designed for medium‑ to high‑activity vessels. The product uses HydroPhix™ micro‑domain technology and the Advanced Fouling Control silicone‑modified binder to prevent marine growth without toxic biocides. Its...
So you’re going to arm your sea kayaks? You have: Zero carriers Zero destroyers 3 broken diesel subs 1 that kinda works maybe No navy-owned replenishment ships 2 semi-broken heavy icebreakers, built in 1966 and 1983, to patrol the longest arctic coast on earth Legacy CF-18s F-35s not coming...
Dear FAA - ADS-B on-board airport ground vehicles problem has already been solved. https://t.co/FR1BGDeqXW https://t.co/RYh36ah7FH
American Airlines is negotiating with SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Leo platform to overhaul Wi‑Fi and entertainment on its narrow‑body fleet, while also weighing the re‑installation of seat‑back screens. The carrier, which removed screens a decade ago to cut weight and...
Infiniti unveiled the 2027 QX65, a two‑row midsize SUV that sits alongside the QX60 but trades the latter’s cramped third row for a sloped roofline and expanded cargo space. All trims come with a retuned 268‑hp 2.0‑liter turbo‑four and standard...
Infiniti unveiled the 2027 QX65, a two‑row premium crossover positioned between the QX60 and its sportier rivals. It will be sold in Luxe, Sport and Autograph trims, with a starting price of $55,535 for the entry‑level Luxe. All models share...
Infiniti is launching the 2027 QX65, a two‑row fastback SUV derived from the QX60, to compete with the Audi Q8 and Genesis GV80 Coupe. It rides a 268‑hp turbocharged 2.0‑liter four‑cylinder paired with a nine‑speed automatic and standard all‑wheel drive....
