Global Scans · Mobility · Weekly Summary

• [New] The U.S. DOT's AAM strategy will be a game-changer, ushering in a new age of aviation where flying taxis, cargo drones, and other innovative transport solutions can take off and land in cities worldwide, creating new opportunities for sustainable mobility. Travel And Tour World
• [New] For global-mobility programmes the headline commitment is a target to cut Schengen and national D-visa turnaround times by 20% by the end of 2027 through automation and risk-scoring algorithms. VisaHQ
• [New] Alef Aeronautics, a U.S.-based sustainable mobility startup, has begun production of the world's first flying car, the Alef Model A Ultralight, expected to be available by early 2026. VnExpress International
• [New] In 2026, the organizations that treat mobility as an operational service rather than capital acquisition will move faster, manage risk better, adapt with ease and deliver more reliable outcomes for the people who make their work possible. The Business & Financial Times
• [New] By introducing air taxis, Saudi Arabia will be positioning itself at the forefront of the global urban mobility revolution. Travel And Tour World
• [New] With the advent of air taxis, Saudi Arabia will be able to showcase itself as a leader in urban air mobility, setting an example for other countries looking to implement similar technologies. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Electric vehicles (EVs) will significantly influence the Top Travel & Transportation Trends in 2025: From Sustainable Flights to Smart Mobility by accelerating the shift away from fossil fuels. HotBot
• [New] By 2025, travelers can expect widespread use of recycled materials in transport infrastructure and policies favoring green tech, ensuring that mobility evolves without compromising the planet's resources. HotBot
• [New] Siemens Mobility and Railpool will build a €20 million open-access maintenance hub in Verona to support growing cross-Alpine freight demand. Global Railway Review
• [New] Cybercab launch and subscription model could redefine mobility economics, balancing AI disruption risks with $756 B revenue potential by 2029. Ainvest
• [New] As the Beijing-Xiong'an line approaches its 2026 opening, the CRRC's driverless GSYE61 high-speed train represents not only a technological achievement but also a vision of sustainable, autonomous urban mobility. Metro Rail Today: Gateway to Rail & Metro Industry
• [New] With a robust regulatory framework and demonstrated operational success, Saudi Arabia could set a global example of how to integrate next-generation air mobility into urban environments. Travel And Tour World
• [New] In metropolitan hubs such as Dubai and Riyadh, where traffic congestion often hampers mobility, air taxis could dramatically reduce travel times from hours to mere minutes. eplaneai
• [New] Under the MoU, Amazon will co-develop courses on AI, automation, and logistics, and support research in transportation, digital freight, drone operations, and sustainable mobility. / India Guidely
• [New] The introduction of nature-based solutions is expected to enhance mobility, reduce flooding, boost climate resilience and enhance living conditions for Djibouti's rapidly growing urban population. allAfrica.com
• [New] The impetus behind TxDOT's Statewide Multimodal Transit Plan is to meet the mobility needs of a population expected to grow 40% by 2050 in a large, rural state dotted with sprawling metropolitan areas. AASHTO Journal
• [New] Healthcare saw IonQ-Ansys' 12% speedup in medical simulations, while chemicals and mobility targeted $72 billion in value by 2035 per McKinsey. Quantum's Business
• [New] ICAO projects aviation will remain a critical engine of global economic prosperity and social mobility well into the middle of this century. Aviation Today
• [New] The skies of the coming decades will include not only conventional passenger jets, but also advanced air mobility aircraft, eVTOLs, unmanned aircraft systems, high-altitude platforms, and commercial space operations. Aviation Today
• [New] As AV adoption accelerates, Uber's ability to integrate autonomous mobility into its ecosystem will likely outperform skeptics' expectations, making it a compelling long-term investment. Ainvest
• [New] While acknowledging the innovative potential of the urban air mobility sector, Goldman Sachs has been unequivocal in its message: fundamental analysis and a clear path to revenue generation must outweigh speculative excitement. The Chronicle-Journal
• The projected growth in Tesla's robotaxi network is representative of the growing demand for autonomous mobility services. PandaForecast.com
• As the autonomous vehicle sector accelerates into 2025, industry players are pushing boundaries with unprecedented investments and technological leaps, signaling a pivotal shift in how we envision mobility. WebProNews

Last updated: 28 December 2025