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The future of micromobility: it’s not about the hardware

E&T

The first docked bike-sharing program was launched in Hangzhou, China, in 2008, and similar programs are operating in every region of the world today. The innovation is in cargo. With armies of gaudy, primary-coloured e-bikes and e-scooters, the micromobility industry is conquering our towns and cities. Innovation.

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Power and Innovation for the Canadian Surface Combatant

MEM

A proven engine, designed for the 21st century, it has been in active operation since 2008. This robust and highly-efficient hybrid-electric propulsion system will ensure the ship is capable of operating globally. At its heart, sits our MT30, the world’s most powerful in-service Marine Gas Turbine.

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Dockworkers threaten to strike at key U.S. ports over automation and pay

Fastener News Desk

1, a move that would shut down ports that handle about half the nation’s cargo from ships. Heavier vehicular traffic would be likely at key points around the country as cargo was diverted to West Coast ports, where workers belong to a different union not involved in the strike. The gate has been in place since 2008.