- Transport Overview - World Bank Group
The transport sector is essential to reducing poverty and building prosperity: transport gives access to jobs, education and healthcare; it connects goods and services to markets and is a key driver of growth; finally, lowering the carbon footprint of the sector is crucial to tackle climate change The World Bank works with client countries to provide safe, clean and affordable transport for all
- Event | Transport Week 2025 - World Bank Group
Transforming Transportation 2025, the 22st edition of this flagship event, offers a full week of events and networking opportunities The 2025 conference will focus on the skills, policies, and resources needed to move from planning and policy to the implementation of equitable, sustainable, and resilient transportation systems
- Event | Annual Conference on Transport Economics 2025 - World Bank Group
The conference is organized by the Transport Global Department of the World Bank It is geared towards young researchers working on transportation issues relevant to developing countries—and is an opportunity to present and discuss their work with researchers, policymakers, and transport practitioners
- Guyana to Enhance Transport Resilience and Safety - World Bank Group
Guyana’s road infrastructure faces several challenges, particularly in the coastal regions, where roads are highly vulnerable to extreme weather events Over 60% of the road network consists of smaller roads, many of which sit on low-lying coastal plains, making them highly exposed to the impacts of rising sea levels, increased rainfall intensity, and more frequent extreme weather events
- Trade Facilitation and Logistics - World Bank Group
Efficient trade is a cornerstone of economic development Yet, complex border procedures, inefficient logistics, and outdated infrastructure create barriers that slow trade, increase costs, and limit opportunities—especially for developing countries The World Bank works with governments and
- Unlocking the full potential of transport corridors to enhance Cambodia . . .
PHNOM PENH, November 21, 2024 — A new World Bank report, Cambodia’s Regional Connectivity: Unlocking the Full Potential of Transport Corridors, identifies critical challenges in Cambodia’s transport sector and proposes targeted investments and policy measures to improve regional connectivity
- Addressing Transportation Inefficiencies in Africa Crucial to Reducing . . .
A new World Bank report identifies 10 ports, 20 road segments, and 20 border crossings in Africa that are crucial to addressing the continent’s food insecurity crisis With 140 million Africans—one in five people—classified as food insecure, improving these transportation hubs could significantly reduce food waste, lower costs, and enhance food access for millions of people
- With Bus Rapid Transit, African Cities Are Riding Toward a Better Future
In Africa, a growing number of countries are investing in Bus Rapid Transit systems (BRT), which generally run on dedicated lanes and can carry large volumes of passengers quickly and efficiently In the face of rapid urbanization, these new transit systems can be an effective way to keep African cities moving while reducing the carbon footprint of transport
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