JSW Infrastructure eyes plans for green hydrogen, ammonia plants at its ports
JSW Infra's green hydrogen plans include Adani's Vizhinjam port as a hub. Kandla, Paradip, and Tuticorin are future hubs. JSW Energy targets green sector. Focus on connectivity, customer loyalty, third-party business. Aims for 10-12% growth, new acquisitions, Jaigarh port, LPG terminal by 2025. Timeline is uncertain.
Air India sends ferry flight to Russia for stranded US-bound passengers
Air India experienced an emergency landing of a flight from Delhi to San Francisco in Russia due to a detected issue in the cargo hold. This incident marks the second emergency landing on this route in just over a year. The Boeing 777 aircraft, carrying 225 passengers and 19 crew members, safely landed at Krasnoyarsk International Airport in Siberia.
Vizhinjam port dream comes to life as it welcomes first cargo ship
India has officially welcomed its first cargo ship at its newly built semi-automated transshipment port in Vizhinjam, Kerala. The first mothership, "San Fernando," arrived on July 11 and was greeted by four tugs. The port, constructed under a public-private partnership model, is expected to become India's first semi-automated port, expected to be fully commissioned in September or October 2024. The project was delayed due to land acquisition issues.
Wind energy company Radia reveals the ‘world’s largest aircraft’; here is how it will impact the renewable energy sector
Radia aerospace has revealed the ‘world’s largest aircraft’ which will change the wind energy sector in many ways. There are many logistical concerns and high financial cost incurred on installing wind turbines. This aircraft seeks to mitigate some of these challenges.
Bird strike: What happens when a plane collides with a bird?
A bird strike is a collision between an aircraft and a bird. It is a common and real risk for aircraft. It can damage planes, and even lead to deaths.
Indian startup The ePlane to develop electric air taxi prototype by March 2025
The ePlane Company, from IIT Madras, aims to develop a flying electric taxi prototype by March, along with drones commercialization and eVTOL aircraft to alleviate urban congestion. InterGlobe Enterprises and Archer Aviation plan an all-electric air taxi service in India.
How Volvo landed a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores in a trade war
Volvo's EX30, a China-made EV, challenges Tesla with Geely's cost-efficiency and Volvo's quality. It symbolizes China's EV dominance, U.S. tariff challenges, and the evolving global EV market landscape.
How Amazon became the largest private EV charging operator in the US
In a little more than two years, Amazon has installed more than 17,000 chargers at about 120 warehouses around the US.
Sri Lanka unaware of ship carrying toxic wastes from the US: Officials
The Dali vessel collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, carrying hazardous materials bound for Colombo, Sri Lanka. The ship's manifest is being analyzed to determine the contents of the containers.
Baltimore port: What impact will bridge collapse have on shipping?
A significant bridge collapsed in the Baltimore port area following a collision with a container ship, leading to the suspension of traffic. The port, known for its car shipments and handling of agricultural products, also serves as a major hub for coal exports and liquefied natural gas.
Russia says a plane with Ukrainian POWs crashes, killing all aboard, and accuses Kyiv of downing it
A Russian military transport plane crashed near Ukraine, with Moscow alleging it was shot down by Kyiv. Russia claims all 74 aboard, including 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war, died. The video showed the plane crashing in a snowy area, but the cause remains unconfirmed. The Ukrainian president calls for an international investigation, while tensions escalate amid conflicting accusations. The incident adds to the complex narrative of the 700-day war, marked by information challenges and ongoing geopolitical dynamics.
Viral video: Boeing cargo plane catches fire mid-air, makes emergency landing
An Atlas Air Boeing 747-8 cargo plane had to make an emergency landing at Miami International Airport due to an engine malfunction after takeoff. The airline stated that the crew followed standard procedures for a safe return and would conduct an inspection to determine the cause. Unverified videos on social media showed flames from the left wing during flight. The incident adds to Boeing's recent challenges, including the temporary grounding of 171 aircraft following an emergency landing of an Alaska Airlines MAX 9.
Boeing to display B777-9 plane at Hyderabad air show
The test flight operated by B777-9 will arrive at Hyderabad on January 16, and will be on static display at the air show on January 18 and 19, Boeing said in a release.
United, Alaska find loose parts on 737 MAX planes, raising pressure on Boeing
U.S. regulators grounded 171 MAX 9 planes after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines-operated flight not long after taking off from a Portland, Oregon, airport on Friday, forcing pilots to scramble to land the plane safely. United, one of the two U.S. carriers that fly this Boeing model with the panels, said its own preliminary checks found bolts that needed tightening on several panels.
US regulator orders inspections on some Boeing MAX 9 planes after emergency
The Federal Aviation Administration "is requiring immediate inspections of certain Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes before they can return to flight," the agency said on X, the former Twitter. The agency said around 171 aircraft worldwide would be affected, with each inspection taking four to eight hours.
Twin crises send cargo ships back to 18th century trade routes
Hitting routes that handle almost 20% of trade, the issues are forcing vast detours by the global merchant fleet, driving up freight bills, and boosting the shares of shipping companies.
Electric planes, once a fantasy, start to take to the skies
For most of aviation history, electric aircraft have been little more than a fantasy. But technological advancements, particularly in batteries, and billions of dollars of investment have helped make short-distance electric air travel feasible -- and, its backers hope, commercially viable.
India gets first C-295 transport plane: Here is all you should know about the tactical military airlift
The aircraft, capable of performing various missions, marks a milestone for the IAF, which is set to become the largest operator of the C-295. The delivery of the first aircraft, ahead of schedule, took place in Spain. Under the contract, 16 of the 56 C-295 aircraft will be manufactured in Spain, while the remaining 40 will be produced by a joint venture between Tata and Airbus in India.
Near-collision occurs between two planes at Texas airport. This is what happened
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is conducting an investigation into a close call between a FedEx cargo plane and a Southwest Airlines jet that took place at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Austin, Texas.
Snake found in Air India Express plane's cargo hold after landing at Dubai; DGCA to probe incident
The senior official at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said a snake was found in the cargo hold of the plane on arrival at the Dubai airport and the airport fire services were also informed.
Largest cargo aircraft Beluga lands in Hyderabad Airport
GMR Hyderabad International Airport made special arrangements for its landing, parking and take-off. The Beluga is known for its ability to transport oversized air cargo, it said.
All eight crew killed in cargo plane crash in Greece
The plane had taken off from Nis airport in Serbia at around 8:40 pm (1840 GMT) on Saturday, carrying weapons owned by private Serbian company Valir, he said.Greek media said it had requested clearance to make an emergency landing at Kavala airport but had not managed to reach it.
Cargo plane crashes near Greece's northern city of Kavala
State TV ERT reported that the aircraft was an Antonov An-12 owned by a Ukrainian company, which was flying from Serbia to Jordan. The pilot had requested an emergency landing due to an engine problem but the aircraft's signal was lost. Video footage uploaded on ertnews.gr showed the aircraft in flames descending fast before hitting the ground in what appeared to be an explosion
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