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• The city of Masdar in Abu Dhabi aims to lead the region in energy saving and sustainability
• The UAE and GCC desert states are rushing to emulate China’s dash to build rail links, but freight might take priority - -
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Cities look to reduce use of cars
In this special report, Robert Wright looks at the infrastructure issues that face both emerging and developed economies
Environmental issues: Desert city aims to help put others in the shade
A development on the edge of the sands is providing a green example regionally and globally
Long-distance lines: Sea of sand is set to be transformed by network
The UAE and GCC states are rushing to emulate China’s dash to build rail links
Metro system: Neighbours keep close eye on success of Dubai scheme
Project faced with problems including social conservatism
Foreign competition: Asians push for a bigger slice of wheel action
Suppliers from Japan and China are making inroads into Europe
Track management: Computers taking over the driving seat signal change
Automatic train operation is seen as the way forward for suburban lines
Modernisation: Departing A Stock gives way to higher-performing arrival
More energy efficient metro cars will soon grace London’s Metropolitan Line
Manufacturers: Tram makers hit curve as markets adjust
Industry faces test as clients move away from standardisation
Buses: London and UK establish a lead in technology
Green hybrid and hydrogen vehicles show the way, says Gill Plimmer
