Sentences with phrase «from road transport»

The chief executive of Eni, Claudio Descalzi, and the chief executive of FCA, Sergio Marchionne, signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the joint development of research projects and technological applications aimed at reducing CO2 emissions from road transport vehicles.

Then in 2004 he decided to invest part of his new - found fortune in tackling what he considers to be one of the most important challenges of our age: cutting CO2 emissions from road transport.

Substantial evidence suggests that self - driving cars will reduce the frequency of collisions and avert deaths and injuries from road transport, because machines avoid human errors, lapses in concentration and defects in sight, among other shortcomings.

Not exact matches

China's ambitious Belt and Road initiative of transport and energy links bypasses India, apart from a corner of the disputed Kashmir region, also claimed by Pakistan, but involves India's neighbours Sri Lanka, Nepal...

«Transporting the harvested logs would have required over 50,000 trucks driving on two - lane roads winding through the mountains from this remote region, which is far beyond belief (and likely road capacity),» he wrote.

China's ambitious Belt and Road initiative of transport and energy links bypasses India, apart from a corner of the disputed Kashmir region, also claimed by Pakistan, but involves India's neighbors Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives.

China's ambitious Belt and Road initiative of transport and energy links bypasses India, apart from a corner of the disputed Kashmir region, also claimed by Pakistan, but involves India's neighbours Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives.

There were 205 road accidents involving crude tanker trucks in Canada from 2010 through 2016, which killed 10 people, according to Transport Canada data.

During the early years of the Industrial Revolution, they made it possible to move heavy goods, like coal, from mines to factories, using a fraction of the energy required by road transport.

China's Ministry of Transport, along with other authorities, has said that from next month (link in Chinese) all provincial and city governments will have the authority to allow road - testing of autonomous vehicles in their areas.

Road transport is also facing competition from rail, which is taking over more of the long - distance runs that are not popular with drivers, keeping them away from home for extended periods of time.

In India, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways reportedly has plans to increase its highway network by 20,000 kilometers over the next couple of years.1 That planned increase is roughly four times the distance from New York to San Francisco.

From controlling the foreign Affairs of Afghanistan after the 1st Anglo - Afghan war to drawing the Durand line between the Pashtuns after the 2nd Anglo - Afghan war, Why should the Afghans trust the British when the forefathers of Afghans fought against the Empire and today you send your royal family member on military expeditions in Afghanistan, why good have you done for any other country you have entered into militarily - what good can you do for Afghanistan when you have never been sincere with Afghans, Afghan never bought the story of Britain entering the war to eliminate poppy fields, the world is aware poppy production increase where British are present and Afghans know very well the British empire introduced poppy growing over 200 years ago to Afghanistan for transport through silk road and on to Hong Kong.

«Put simply, the influence of alcohol and other drugs on road transport drivers whilst performing work is totally unacceptable whether it arises from «professional» or «recreational» uses.

Transporting coconuts far away from the pollution of any city or roads in the rural mountain areas of Mt. Banahaw in the Philippines, in preparation to make Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil.

Speaking of ground transport, I would be remiss if I didn't mention that the hotel can also provide reasonably - priced pick up and drop off service from, and back to, the U.S. Border, which is only about a 90 - minute drive each way on the scenic toll road.

If you are going to be taking road trips frequently, it can be worth purchasing a travel system — a stroller or pram with a detachable car seat so that you can easily transport your child from one to the other, particularly good if they like to sleep in the car!

Issue 7: Whether the Respondent has perpetrated fraud on people of Ghana by representing to Ghanaians that Ouedrago Cheik Mohammed was actually the importer of the vehicle in question when indeed the vehicle was transported by road with personnel from both Ghana Embassy at Burkina Faso and Ghana Boarder at Paga through to Accra.

Distinguishing between traffic generated exclusively from the expansion of the road network (induced demand) and that resulting from other demand factors is of crucial importance to properly designed transport policies.

The private sector participants spoke about the work that has commended on the Apapa - Wharf Road, contractors that have abandoned work on the Lagos - Ibadan Express Way, the need to revive Railway for ease of transporting goods from ports, the need to stop multiple checks at airports leading to delay, decry planned increase in alcoholic drinks, the need to take interest in education in other to avoid situation where I'll - trained people man critical sectors, the need to revive eastern ports including Onitshe, Warri, Port Harcourt and Calabar.

This paper analyzes and quantifies the induced demand for road transport for Spain's main regions from 1998 to 2006, years that saw mobility in Spain attain its highest growth rate.

The Department for Transport will be inviting proposals from local authorities responsible for the 50 highest risk roads identified by the Road Safety Foundation.

International Road Transport Union president Christian Labrot added: «Autonomous trucks will bring many benefits to society, from cost savings and lower emissions to safer roads, and will also help the haulage sector deal with the current shortage of drivers in many parts of the world.

From June 2011 to late 2015, Berry worked as a roads and sustainable transport campaigner for the charity Campaign for Better Ttransport campaigner for the charity Campaign for Better TransportTransport.

Existing research from the Department for Transport in 2013 shows winter is a dangerous time of year for motorists, with a reported 57,260 cars across England and Wales involved in accidents as a result of wet, flooded and icy roads.

The Department for Transport worked with local authorities across England on road pricing pilot schemes, the intention being to use evidence from these as the basis of any national decision.

The access road from Route 5 to the FedEx Ground Transport distribution plant in Hamburg will be known as Mike Bartlett Way, after the man who shepherded the $ 51 million project from the first inquiry about vacant land to its opening in 2016.

Workers, students and traders among others were left stranded as the drivers from 11 stations under the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) took to the streets.

The wagons that traveled the road would transport produce from eastern Putnam County and iron ore from the mines.

Sustainability best practice was considered at every stage of the project and some of the measures included: · at least 90 % of construction and demolition waste was either recycled or diverted from landfill; · a project - specific construction travel plan was devised prior to work on site to reduce road transport movements and deliveries;

In the third quarter, the bureau will release 46 data ranging from socio - economic survey, social statistics, road transport, rail transportation data, and solid minerals and mining sector survey.

Transport Minister Nusrat Ghani said: «Road transport is going to change dramatically over the next couple of decades and we have to make sure that the bus industry is ready to benefit from those changeTransport Minister Nusrat Ghani said: «Road transport is going to change dramatically over the next couple of decades and we have to make sure that the bus industry is ready to benefit from those changetransport is going to change dramatically over the next couple of decades and we have to make sure that the bus industry is ready to benefit from those changes.»

«About ten years ago, when the transport system in the country was terrible, especially at a small village called Kam 19, hardly would you see a vehicle plying on our road, the distance from the houses to the mortuary was far, so I was carrying dead bodies, those days I was charging GH cents 20.00 per a body, it was very heavy but I needed the money so couldn't resist the job.

In accepting the award, Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick said: «I am delighted to accept this award from KillSpills on behalf of the Department for Transport.

The shadow transport secretary Chris Grayling said he had heard «ever - increasing rumours» from the Treasury that Mr Brown sees road pricing as an important source of revenue.

The Western Regional office of the Electoral Commission confirmed the loss but said the boxes had not been stolen but rather fell along the road from the truck in which they were being transported.

Also, concerned with the incessant kidnapping and killing, the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the area cautioned its members from plying the route pending deployment of troop and other security agencies.

The management of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), has described as insulting the response from the Centre's former CEO to allegations that vehicles meant for the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), purchased during her tenure, are wasting away because they were overpriced.

The shift back to fossil fuels, combined with rapid growth in the number of cars on the roads (see «Fuelling Brazil's transport boom»), has worsened city smog and caused emissions in the transport sector to spike at about 170 million tons of CO2 in 2011, up from less than 140 million tons in 2008.

It isn't hindered by the same logistical challenges that deter vaccinators from reaching children where roads stop and transport becomes next to impossible.

February 18, 2013 Road Closures, Parking Restrictions for Patient Move Day on Feb. 23 Road closures and no - parking zones will be in effect Saturday, Feb. 23, as the University of Chicago Medicine opens the new Center for Care and Discovery and carries out the delicate task of transporting roughly 200 patients being treated for complex conditions from Mitchell Hospital to the new Center for Care and Discovery.

The road movie, transporting captive mothers out of harm, had to be led by a woman — «it'd be a very different movie if one man was taking women away from another man» says Miller.

REVIEW: â $ The Silk Road is the ancient trade route passing from the shores of the Mediterranean through Bukhara and Samarkand to Dunhuang and on to Xian in central China.â $ Visitors can view a map of the complex network of pathways that transported silk, spices and other commodities as well as cultural influences.

However, today most of us are exposed to pollution from cars and road transport.

Bill Hyde from the Community Transport Association explains how careful planning can help you keep on top of your road responsibilities

Instead, it delivers fully on its luxury - transport mission, the suspension deftly erasing road imperfections, the ride cushy and relaxed, the control inputs — from steering to braking feel — all smooth and solid.

May be one day our governments would ban all cars from roads make it mandatory for everyone to use public transport systems.

Every day, millions of trucks, trains, airplanes, ships and barges move over our highways, local roads, railways, navigable waterways, and pipelines, transporting millions of tons of raw materials and finished products from the entire spectrum of our economy.

The Alltrack can tow an extra 200 kg compared to a regular Passat (up from 1800 to 2000 kg), so if you've a racecar or track toy to transport, it's a plusher - appointed and classier choice than a raggy old off - roader.

It's surreally capable on track, but equally happy on the road, making for great transport to and from the Ring.