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Coaches, Here's What It Takes to Succeed on Substack and Sell Your (High-Ticket) Services
As a coach and healer, I know that people heal best in community. I wanted to create a healing community for my coaching clients, a space where people could connect, share their experiences, and support one another. I considered many options and Substack seemed like the perfect fit for my practice.
Very unusual case of a primary sinonasal germ cell tumour
Very unusual case of a primary sinonasal germ cell tumour http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9853-8850Katie Ann Sadler1,2, Catherine Hanna2,3, Louise Melia4 and Jeff White3 1Oncology, Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, Glasgow, UK 2University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine, Glasgow, UK 3Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, Glasgow, UK 4ENT Department, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow, UK Correspondence to Dr Jeff White; jeffwhite{at}nhs.net Abstract Sinonasal malignancies are a...
Belfast Transport Hub regeneration project gets underway
Posted: 10 March 2016 | Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Intelligent Transport | No comments yet Belfast Transport Hub Regeneration Project has entered an important phase of work with demolition beginning on the main construction site area situated along Grosvenor Road in the City Centre. Belfast Transport Hub Regeneration Project has entered an important phase of work with demolition beginning on the main construction site area situated along Grosvenor Road in the City Centre.
Google searching for AI answers? A flexible mindset should do it! [Podcast]
Google’s Yuval Dvir believes a willingness to be ready and available for change is essential for the future workforce “Artificial intelligence (AI) is a particular favorite or mine…I'm happy to share knowledge and insights, not just on the technology, but how to implement it with all the complexities that we have in the workplace and in our lives,” said Yuval Dvir, Head of Online Partnerships, Google Cloud.
AI in automation: the benefits of integration
How can we deploy artificial intelligence? Use it to enhance processes when automating says Volvo’s Mats Johannesson “We didn’t begin with the most sophisticated and intelligent automations, we gradually moved on to that.” Working with JiffyRPA (Option3’s intelligent automation platform for RPA), Mats Johannesson, Volvo Technology Director of Accounting Shared Services, explains why it is imperative not to focus on the simple processes in order for automation to make a difference.
[Video] SpotMini opens doors for robots in a human world
Access proves to be no problem for Boston Dynamics latest autonomous innovation in this teaser video The company responsible for Atlas—the backflip performing robot—released a video of its redesigned SpotMini robot, opening a closed door using an extending top mounted arm to turn the handle. The all-electric, four-legged robot appears to autonomously hold the door open for a fellow robot, propping it ajar using the additional ‘limb’ and gaining access itself.
Autonomous everything: How drones will revolutionize the way we work
The future of work will be all about collaborating and analyzing without being physically present, thanks to UAV technology Expenditure on drones—commercial, industrial and military—has grown substantially in recent years, highlighting the burgeoning usage by, among others, governments and military bodies. In fact, Gartner anticipates the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market will grow to more than $11.2bn by 2020, despite challenges like data privacy and operating regulations.
Marketing comprehension improves customer trust and engagement
Online advertising “can be alarming if consumers don't understand the mechanism driving it” Comprehension of digital marketing technologies affects trust of online targeted content and browser cookies, study finds. A study of 2,000 regular internet users has found that 56 per cent of those who have an understanding of online marketing techniques are ‘comfortable’ with seeing adverts based on their previous browsing behaviour.
Retail shift to mobile would convert more browsers into buyers
New research finds that streamlined online purchasing and a bigger focus on mobile could boost UK retail sales by £10.5bn A study carried out by Barclays Corporate Banking (LON:BARC) has found that retailers could generate an additional £10.5bn in sales over five years by investing in systems that will streamline online purchasing. The report, From Browse to Buy: The Conversion Challenge, found £3.4 billion worth of goods are left in online shopping baskets every year.
Transport digitalisation and its impact on railway station innovations: A European Railway Review blog
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Transport digitalisation and its impact on railway station innovations The world of transport is undergoing a digital revolution and railway stations may be a key platform for the implementation of new innovations. A project undertaken by the Transport Systems Catapult is seeking to accelerate the adoption of new technologies in this space.
Station Innovation - A Eurotransport blog
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Station Innovation The world of transport is undergoing a digital revolution and railway stations may be a key platform for the implementation of new innovations. A project undertaken by the Transport Systems Catapult is seeking to accelerate the adoption of new technologies in this space.
Commercial Mobility as a Service in the West Midlands case study
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Commercial Mobility as a Service in the West Midlands case study 21 February 2017 • Author(s): Chris Lane, Head of Smart Travel at Transport for West Midlands and Director of Federated APIs, TravelSpirit The West Midlands has come a long way since its seven regional metropolitan local authorities launched their Statement of Intent in July 2015.
Two giant tunnel boring machines lowered into place for Northern Line Extension
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Two giant tunnel boring machines lowered into place for Northern Line Extension Two giant tunnel boring machines have been lowered 20 metres below ground in preparation for tunnelling work on the Northern Line Extension. With tunnelling work due to commence on the Northern Line Extension in London during March 2017, two tunnel boring machines have been lowered into place below ground in Battersea by a 750-tonne crane.
Leipzig presents first of 14 Solaris Tramino XL LRV
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Leipzig presents first of 14 Solaris Tramino XL LRVs Solaris and operator Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe (LVB) have officially presented the first of 14 Tramino XL Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) in Leipzig, Germany. The LRV presentation follows a framework agreement originally signed in 2015, allowing the carrier to order up to 41 trams between 2016 and 2020.
First and last mile: emerging autonomous public transport
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » First and last mile: emerging autonomous public transport With mobility solutions provider NAVYA recently demonstrating the fully autonomous ARMA shuttle at London Heathrow Airport for the first time in the UK, Eurotransport questions whether autonomous vehicles can complete the transport jigsaw in populous towns and cities. The UN predicts that by 2050 almost 70 percent of the world’s population will be living in towns and cities.
Driverless in Amsterdam
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Driverless in Amsterdam Commissioned by The Royal Institute of Dutch Architects (BNA), a multidisciplinary team consisting of UNStudio (architects/urban designers), Goudappel Coffeng (mobility consultants), Geophy (data specialists) and 2getthere (innovative mobility systems developers) has collaborated on a study that examines the future potential of the integration of infrastructure and city development around the area of Amsterdam’s A10 ring road and...
SMMT figures reveal new bus and coach market increased by 8% in 2016
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » SMMT figures reveal UK new bus & coach market increased by 8 percent in 2016 New figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveal the new bus and coach market grew by 8 percent in the UK during 2016. The UK bus and coach market witnessed a second consecutive year of growth, increasing by 8 percent in 2016 compared to the previous year.
Charleroi & Namur order 90 electric hybrid buses & 12 charging stations
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Charleroi and Namur order 90 electric hybrid buses and 12 charging stations Public transport operator TEC Group has placed an order for 90 electric hybrid buses and 12 charging solutions for Charleroi and Namur. The Belgian cities of Charleroi and Namur are to receive 90 Volvo 7900 Electric Hybrid buses and 12 ABB charging stations as part of a complete solutions contract with Volvo Buses.
UK Bus popularity increases thanks to greener, better connected services
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » UK bus popularity increases thanks to greener, better connected services A LowCVP report suggests bus usage in UK towns and cities is increasing thanks to greener, more convenient and better connected services. A new report by LowCVP, commissioned by Greener Journeys, has found the bus is making a comeback in parts of the UK where new, modern and innovative services are helping passengers get to their destination more quickly.
Eurotransport blog: Choosing efficient and sustainable alternative fuels
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Choosing efficient and sustainable alternative fuels for the public transport industry Since my December 2016 blog on alternative fuels, I have been giving this subject a lot of thought especially as I have recently been at meetings with a wide selection of partners from all over Europe talking about sustainable mobility.
Project JIVE launch enables major deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Project JIVE launch enables large scale deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses Project JIVE – Joint Initiative for hydrogen Vehicles across Europe – has launched marking the large scale deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses across Europe.
Passengers surveyed on design of new Tyne and Wear Metro trains
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Passengers surveyed on design of new Tyne and Wear Metro trains Tyne and Wear Metro passengers have approved the design of its new trains according to a survey published by Transport Focus.
CTS orders 10 extra Citadis trams for Strasbourg in agreement worth €28m
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » CTS orders 10 extra Citadis trams for Strasbourg in agreement worth €28m Strasbourg transport company CTS (Compagnie des Transports Strasbourgeois) has ordered 10 additional Alstom Citadis trams in an agreement worth €28 million. The agreement between CTS and Alstom forms part of a framework agreement originally signed in November 2014.
Crossrail prepares to install platform screen doors at Elizabeth line stations
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Crossrail prepares to install platform screen doors at Elizabeth line stations Crossrail will begin fitting out full height platform screen doors at central stations on the new Elizabeth line this month. View the video of trail installations at a test facility in Wolverton… Platform screen door installation trials for the Elizabeth line have been undertaken in a test facility in Wolverton to refine and streamline the process.
‘Little & Often’ Stagecoach trials high-frequency transport solution
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » ‘Little & Often’ Stagecoach trials high-frequency transport solution Operator Stagecoach is to trial a high-frequency transport solution known as ‘Little & Often’ which will offer a new turn-up-and-go travel product for local people. Stagecoach is to pilot a high frequency transport solution in Ashford, Kent representing the only one of its kind in the UK.
SYTRAL awards automatic operation contract for Lyon metro
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » SYTRAL awards automatic operation contract for Lyon metro French public transport authority SYTRAL has signed a contract with Alstom for the supply of new automatic operation systems to lines B and D of the Lyon metro. A €91 million contract has been awarded to Alstom to supply automatic operation systems to lines B and D of the Lyon metro.
Knowledge sharing between modes could speed up autonomous transport growth
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Increased knowledge sharing between transport modes could speed up development & reduce cost of autonomous transport 31 January 2017 • Author(s): Sahar Danesh, Principal Policy Advisor for Transport, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Society stands to gain significantly from the introduction of automated vehicles – safety, flexibility, independence, economic value and sustainability.
Nexus announces £35m Tyne and Wear Metro investment
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Nexus announces £35m Tyne and Wear Metro investment Nexus has announced a £35 million modernisation programme for the Tyne and Wear Metro. Nexus, operator of the Tyne and Wear Metro, has revealed it is to invest £35 million in modernisation work during 2017. According to Nexus, the work will involve the renewal and replacement of Metro’s infrastructure, including track and overhead lines.
Alstom to deliver 15 Citadis trams for Kaohsiung tramway in Taiwan
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Alstom to deliver 15 Citadis trams for Kaohsiung tramway in Taiwan Alstom is to supply 15 Citadis trams for phase two of the Kaohsiung tramway project in Taiwan. China Steel Co. has awarded a rolling stock contract to Alstom to supply trams for the Kaohsiung tramway project, a first for the manufacturer in Taiwan. Phase two is an extension of the existing Kaohsiung tramway line. The project will add 13.4km and 23 stations to the line.
Safety and security within public transport systems - Eurotransport blog
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Safety and security within public transport systems The subject matter for the magazine this month is safety and security, which by any stretch of the imagination are two very wide subjects that could go in a number of different directions, so I am going to go off at a tangent to start this blog.
Metrolink’s Second City Crossing undergoes rigorous testing ahead of opening
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Metrolink’s Second City Crossing undergoes rigorous testing ahead of opening Metrolink’s Second City Crossing has undergone another successful round of testing taking it another step closer opening. Councillors Andrew Fender and Pat Karney joined engineers to ride Metrolink’s new Second City Crossing and witness first-hand the rigorous testing and commissioning process.
Midland Metro tram heads to Spain for catenary-free conversion
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Midland Metro tram heads to Spain for catenary-free conversion A Midland Metro tram has travelled to Spain to be fitted with hi-tech batteries allowing it to run catenary-free in the UK from autumn this year. Operator National Express has confirmed a Midland Metro Urbos 3 tram left its depot via two flatbed lorries bound for CAF’s factory in Zaragoza, Spain, where it was made.
Transport for London and Peabody help young people to get work ready
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Transport for London and Peabody help young people to get work ready Transport for London and Peabody are piloting a new pre-apprenticeship programme to help upskill young people for the world of work through employability skills sessions and the chance to gain work experience.
Utrecht places supplementary order for 22 Urbos 100 trams
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Utrecht places additional order for 22 Urbos 100 trams The Province of Utrecht has signed a supplementary agreement with rolling stock manufacturer CAF for the delivery of 22 Urbos 100 trams.
Cyber Security in a Transport Revolution
You are here: Home » Transport Extra » Cyber security in a transport revolution 20 January 2017 • Author(s): James Gleave, Foresight Analyst at Transport Systems Catapult and owner of consultancy Transport Futures James Gleave, a Foresight Analyst at Transport Systems Catapult and owner of consultancy Transport Futures, discusses cyber security in intelligent mobility and provides steps on staying secure. The world of mobility is undergoing nothing less than a technological revolution.
Alstom invests in electric driverless shuttle company EasyMile
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Alstom invests in electric driverless shuttle company EasyMile Alstom has invested €14 million in EasyMile, a start-up company currently developing electric driverless shuttles. Alstom has acquired a minority stake in start-up company EasyMile, investing €14 million in the development of the EZ10 electric driverless shuttle.
FirstGroup expands use of alternative fuels & new-generation bus engines
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » FirstGroup expands use of alternative fuels and latest-generation bus engines Operator FirstGroup has revealed an increase in its use of alternative fuels and latest-generation bus engines across the company’s fleet in 2016. Figures reveal that FristGroup has increased its use of alternative fuels, such as biodiesel, gas, and electric engines.
KeolisAmey joint venture to operate Greater Manchester’s Metrolink
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Joint venture to operate Greater Manchester’s Metrolink Transport for Greater Manchester has awarded a 10 year contract to operate Greater Manchester’s Metrolink network to a KeolisAmey joint venture partnership. A joint venture between UK public transport operator Keolis, and infrastructure asset management specialist, Amey, has won a contract to operate the Metrolink network for a ten-year period.
New ticket hall opens as part of £700m Victoria Tube station upgrade
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » New ticket hall opens as part of £700m Victoria Tube station upgrade The new North ticket hall at Victoria Tube station has opened as part of a £700m upgrade project. The new North ticket hall at Victoria Underground station has opened providing direct access from street level to the Victoria line. The development forms part of a £700m project to upgrade Victoria Tube station.
Consortium awarded metro system contract for Hanoi metro line 3
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Consortium awarded metro system contract for Hanoi metro line 3 Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board has awarded an Alstom led consortium a metro system contract for Hanoi metro line 3 in Vietnam. Alstom, together with Colas Rail and Thales, have signed a contract with Hanoi Metropolitan Railway Management Board (MRB) to supply a metro system for the city’s line 3 which is due to start commercial operation by the end of 2021.
Autonomous vehicles should operate in shared fleets within public transport
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Autonomous vehicles should operate in shared fleets & integrate with public transport says UITP According to a new paper published by the UITP (the International Association of Public Transport), autonomous vehicles should be put to use in shared fleets and integrate with traditional public transport in order to reduce cars on the road.
Bus service in Swedish town of Värnamo goes electric
You are here: Home » News » Industry news » Bus service in Swedish town of Värnamo goes electric The city of Värnamo in southern Sweden has placed an order for four Volvo 7900 Electric Hybrid buses in order to create a sustainable public transport system. Volvo Buses has announced it has received an order for four Volvo 7900 Electric Hybrid buses from the city of Värnamo. The move will allow the city to provide an all-electric bus service from autumn 2017.
British Airways to stop free food on flights
You are here: Home » Airport news » British Airways to stop free food on flights British Airways announces that it is to terminate its offer of complimentary food and drink on flights. British Airways, who until now, had always offered free in-flight catering has announced the decision to remove this long-valued economy service.
Nice Côte d’Azur Airport achieves carbon neutral status
You are here: Home » Airport news » Nice Côte d’Azur Airport achieves carbon neutral status Nice Côte d’Azur Airport has become the first carbon neutral airport in France following certification by the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme. Nice Côte d’Azur, France’s third busiest airport, has achieved carbon neutral status according to the independent carbon management programme Airport Carbon Accreditation.
Istanbul New Airport shortlisted for Architectural Award
You are here: Home » Airport news » Istanbul New Airport shortlisted for architectural award Istanbul New Airport has reached the finals of this year’s World Architecture Festival (WAF) awards in Berlin, under the “Future Projects – Infrastructure” category. Istanbul New Airport has been shortlisted in the “Future Projects – Infrastructure” category in this year’s World Architectural Festival (WAF) held in Berlin from the 16 – 18 November 2016.
Airports in China: The challenges with growth and expansion
You are here: Home » Airport Extra » The challenges with growth and expansion From 1995 to 2015, passenger kilometres in China ballooned from 68 to 728 billion. But rather than build new airports to cope with this capacity, China may be better off expanding the big ones it now has. Dr Zheng Lei is Director of the Centre for Aviation Research at the University of Surrey and founder of the Institute for Aviation Research, an independent think tank.
Music improves security check experience at London City Airport
You are here: Home » Airport news » Music improves security check experience at London City Airport Security check process at London City Airport has gone musical in an attempt to improve the passenger experience. London City Airport has introduced music to its main security search area. Two different playlists – either ambient electronica or upbeat acoustic music – are broadcast throughout the day as passengers prepare their hand luggage for screening and proceed through the security lanes.
East Midlands Airport announces runway refurbishment project
You are here: Home » Airport news » East Midlands Airport announces runway refurbishment project East Midlands Airport has announced it will be undertaking full length runway refurbishment during November and December 2016. The refurbishment will be completed over seven consecutive weekends, a UK first for airport runway refurbishment projects, meaning that the airport will be closed to all traffic for 48 hours each weekend.
Airport Solutions Mexico event receives endorsement from industry
You are here: Home » Airport news » Airport Solutions Mexico event receives endorsement from leading industry associations and stakeholders The inaugural Airport Solutions Mexico 2017, part of the Airport Solutions Global Series of events, has confirmed support from leading industry associations; Comunicaciones y Transportes (SCT), Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares (ASA), Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, Cámara Nacional de Aerotransportes (CANAERO) and the International Air Transport...
O'Hare International Airport receives top marks for airfield safety
You are here: Home » Airport news » O’Hare International Airport receives top marks for airfield safety The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport a perfect score in its annual airfield safety inspection. The FAA’s Part 139 airfield inspection was conducted over the course of three weeks and was completed on 29 July 2016.
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