Aviation authority urges heightened flight safety following aircraft collision in Hanoi
The two airplanes and the four pilots have been suspended, while investigation into the cause is underway.
Transportation
Self-driving public shuttles to hit roads in Singapore’s Punggol by fourth quarter
The exact details about the type of vehicles that will be deployed, the routes they will ply and the charges for each ride are still being worked out.
Seat belts mandatory on all express, tour buses in Malaysia from July 1
The measure involves buses built from Jan 1, 2020, while buses built before 2020 will be given a specific period to install the seat belts, an official said.
More efforts needed to reduce Malaysia’s fatal road accidents
Company owners, particularly lorry operators, also point out that while they strive to uphold road safety, the government should explore additional ways to promote…
Growth plans put ports in Malaysia’s Penang in tight spot
Two proposed crossings over the Penang Strait could leave port operations boxed in. A third road bridge in the north and proposed light rail transit bridge in the south, if both…
Turbulence ahead: How used cooking oil could hinder aviation’s green fuel hopes
A joint investigation by The Straits Times and Climate Home News reveals how soaring demand for this key ingredient in sustainable aviation fuel has led to ‘ridiculous’ data…
Air India temporarily reduces narrow-body flights by 5% amid operational challenges
According to the airline, the decision aims to ensure greater operational stability, improve efficiency, and minimise passenger inconvenience amid several compounding challenges.
Runway widens for Singapore Airlines as Jetstar Asia exits amid aviation turbulence
SIA will reportedly ramp up flights to key Asian destinations after Jetstar Asia ceases operations. Scoot, SIA’s low-cost subsidiary, plans to launch new flights to Okinawa,…
China’s rare earth curbs pose supply risk to India’s EV push: report
India’s electric vehicle ambitions may face a critical supply-side hurdle due to China’s tightening grip on rare earth magnet exports, according to a report by Crisil Ratings.
Delhi-bound Air India flight returns to Hong Kong after mid-air technical issue
Decision to go back was a precautionary measure after a mid-air technical issue was suspected.