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The latest news on climate change concerning smart city projects across the world.

Green and digital shipping corridor showcases progress

Green and digital shipping corridor showcases progress

Logistics13 Mar 2026

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Singapore Green and Digital Shipping Corridor project is aiming to accelerate the decarbonisation of vital trans-Pacific shipping lane.

Abu Dhabi supports last-mile electric delivery services

Abu Dhabi supports last-mile electric delivery services

Electric vehicles13 Feb 2026

The Integrated Transport Centre has launched a pilot project with online delivery platform talabat to expand the use of electric vehicles in the Emirate.

Shanghai and LA green corridor project reaches milestone

Shanghai and LA green corridor project reaches milestone

Logistics22 Oct 2025

Phase one achievements of the green corridor project include expansion of shore power infrastructure to meet 100 per cent electrification serving container vessels.

Autonomous logistics project launched at Port of Tyne

Autonomous logistics project launched at Port of Tyne

Logistics05 Aug 2025

Running over nine months, the project aims to demonstrate a scalable and commercially viable autonomous logistics solution, supporting the UK’s net-zero goals.

New York City launches first microhub for deliveries

New York City launches first microhub for deliveries

Logistics19 May 2025

Hubs are central locations where delivery trucks can unload cargo and transfer it to smaller, more sustainable forms of transportation, such as cargo bikes.

Westminster progresses micro logistics hub to reduce emissions

Westminster progresses micro logistics hub to reduce emissions

Logistics10 Feb 2025

Supported by the Cross River Partnership, the proposed hub will optimise last-mile deliveries and promote zero-tailpipe emission transport such as e-cargo bikes.

London and Berlin firms collaborate on last-mile delivery

London and Berlin firms collaborate on last-mile delivery

Logistics27 Nov 2023

E-cargobikes and OnoMotion are teaming up to launch a second generation e-cargobike, which combines the agility of a bike with the capacity of a van.

Ports and C40 Cities to create trans-Pacific green shipping corridor

Ports and C40 Cities to create trans-Pacific green shipping corridor

Logistics31 Jan 2022

The two ports and partners, including shipping lines, and cargo owners in China and the US have committed to deliver an implementation plan for the project by the end of 2022.

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The company will build and operate a smart city platform with citywide network connectivity for the Qatar city using advanced AI and data-driven technologies.

Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

They will collaborate on projects relating to 5G, smart city applications and digital transformation.

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Trina Solar’s PV modules have begun operations in the 10MW Sustainable City in Dubai, which aims to use only clean energy sources

AI used to monitor and optimise Swedish road infrastructure

Computer vision and machine learning specialist, Univrses, will work with the Swedish Transport Administration to digitise and manage roadside infrastructure.

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Smart city is the framework based on Information and Communication technologies that enable the development of sustainable practices to address the urbanisation challenges. Leveraging the technology is one of the foremost pillars of ‘smart cities’ in order to increase efficiencies and improve the quality of resident’s life and the city’s services.

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Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

Latest Trend Report

Trend Report: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Series

Download our latest report to uncover how artificial intelligence is being used to support cities in how they plan and operate city services to ensure they are vibrant, sustainable and economically thriving modern spaces.

Latest Webinar

Trend Report Panel Discussion (21 May): Operating smarter: using digital twins and AI to reshape urban infrastructure management

Webinars

Discover how AI-powered digital twins are transforming urban infrastructure and how these innovations can improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.

Latest Podcast

Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 2 – Simplicity by design in smart lighting

Podcasts

Discover the technology and considerations behind how cities can turn existing streetlight networks into secure, interoperable, and future‑proof infrastructure in the second episode of Cities Thriving on Lighting.

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

Urban Exchange Podcast

Tune in for the latest Urban Exchange where we get a first-hand account of city resilience measures from Quezon City following unexpected extreme rainfall.

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