Hammersmith Bridge has closed to pedestrians and river traffic because of an increased risk to public safety due to a…
Author: John Thornton
John Thornton
John is the editor-in-chief at Akabo Media, leading the editorial strategy for Logistics Manager, Robotics & Automation Magazine, and City Transport & Traffic Innovation (CiTTi) Magazine. With over a decade of B2B publishing experience, he has edited sector-specific titles in engineering, technology, automotive, and marine industries. Since joining Akabo Media in 2019, John has driven engagement and growth across print, digital, and event platforms. He oversees magazine content, mentors editorial teams, and curates industry-leading conference content. John chairs and moderates the Road User Charging Conference series in Brussels, Abu Dhabi, Miami and Singapore, while also playing an active role in Akabo’s exhibitions. A prominent voice in logistics, supply chain, robotics, automation, and transport, John fosters industry connections and ensures Akabo Media’s content remains a vital resource for its professional audience.
The Scottish government has announced £7m towards upgrading transport to mitigate against Covid-19. The newly created Public, School and Community…
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Local authorities in the UK need to take an active role in the deployment of e-scooters within cities in order…
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Global logistics company DB Schenker has received a battery-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros for the delivery of palletised goods in the city centre…
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Spanish carmaker SEAT, electric utility company Iberdrola and distributor Volkswagen Group España Distribución have signed an agreement to jointly promote…
Bristol City Council has proposed a second wave of major transport improvements to enable active travel and use of public…
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