Global Scans · Transport · Weekly Summary

• [New] Most of the previous studies estimating hydrogen demand for transport focused on light-duty vehicles, such as passenger cars [15, 37, 45, 51, 55], rather than heavy-duty transport, such as trucks, which represent a significant potential for hydrogen use in road transport, particularly in Australia. SpringerOpen
• [New] Hydrogen adoption in heavy-duty transport could lead to a CO2 reduction of up to 48% by 2050, equivalent to 1.5 million metric tons of CO2, under aggressive scenarios in G20 countries. SpringerOpen
• [New] The US Transportation Department regulates vehicle design and will play a key role in deciding if Tesla can mass-produce robotaxis without pedals and steering wheels, while Musk's rocket firm SpaceX has $22 billion in federal contracts. ET Now
• [New] The Circular Economy Policy initiative is expected to accomplish the UAE's vision of becoming a global pioneer of green development through priority sectors such as infrastructure, sustainable transportation, sustainable manufacturing, and sustainable food production and consumption. Grc
• [New] New jobs will emerge but there will always be jobs for drivers in the transport sector, even as Singapore is set to introduce autonomous vehicles. AsiaOne
• [New] Technological developments in energy storage, transportation, and production will gradually reshape the strategic importance of the Persian Gulf, potentially reducing Iran's geographic leverage over time. Discovery Alert
• [New] German NGOs propose plan for EU ETS2 implementation Fifteen German NGOs have proposed a five-point plan for the socially just and effective implementation of the new EU ETS2 for transport and heating fuels set for 2027. NenPower
• [New] One of the big projects that gets a lot of air time is pipelines to transport Canadian oil, a major source of pollution due to greenhouse gas emissions. SenCanada
• [New] In Germany, operators are bracing themselves for rail disruptions in July, affecting both freight transport and access to key ports. Kukla Beverage Logistics
• [New] Deploying AI in key sectors such as food, power and transport could slash greenhouse gas emissions by 5.4bn tonnes a year by 2035. Positive News
• [New] Musk's vision of a fully autonomous ride-hailing service could revolutionise transportation, reducing costs, improving accessibility, and reshaping urban mobility. FleetPoint
• [New] If effectively implemented, digital solutions could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions by 15-20% by 2030, especially by improving efficiency in the construction, energy, transport and manufacturing sectors. Telefonica
• [New] All transport fuels that can be replaced by green fuels represent over 8% of total emissions and that Australia's share could contribute to reducing world emissions by around 2%. Maritime Industry Australia Ltd
• [New] Renewable energies could supply a substantial part of the European energy mix in 2050, of which hydrogen could account for up to 20%, notably 20-50% of energy demand in transport and 5-20% in industry. Topics | European Parliament
• [New] The transportation sector is projected to have approximately 45,800 job openings for logisticians across the U.S. by 2025, with a remarkable job growth rate of 19.3% anticipated from 2023 to 2033. Techneeds
• [New] Looking ahead to 2025, the transportation sector is projected to undergo significant growth, with approximately 45,800 job openings for logisticians across the U.S. Techneeds
• Balancing the demand for clean transportation with the limitations of our planet's resources will require innovative thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to finding alternative sources of energy storage. Open Association of Research Society, United States
• The UK's transition to Net Zero is expected to further decrease air pollution, particularly from road transport and domestic heating. Met Office
• Electrification is one of the most important strategies for reducing CO2 emissions from energy in the Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario, where the majority of emissions reductions from electrification come from the shift towards electric transport and the installation of heat pumps. IEA
• Critical U.S. sectors at risk include energy, healthcare, transportation, and finance. UNDERCODE NEWS
• Greece has the potential to lead in shipping, transport, and energy storage. HydrogenWire
• Canada and the EU will jointly promote the Global Methane Pledge and prepare for high-impact announcements at COP 30, especially on clean transportation and sustainable infrastructure. ONEST Network

Last updated: 04 July 2025