Transportation

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi talks to reporters in San Francisco on Nov. 15: Khosrowshashi says, if permitted, the combination of ride-hailing and taxies would improve Japan's transportation system. (Photo by Ryotaro Yamada)
Transportation

Uber waiting for ride-hailing opportunity in Japan if ban is lifted

CEO Khosrowshahi says dynamic pricing would raise driver efficiency and earnings

16 November 2023
An electric vehicle charger in California. More such infrastructure is needed in the U.S. as EV sales increase.
Automobiles

South Korean electric battery makers cutting back in U.S.

LG Energy plans to lay off 14% of Michigan workers amid slowing transition to EVs

16 November 2023
Isuzu has developed an automated battery swapping station where robots can replace spent batteries in about three minutes. (Photo by Miho Tankai)
Automobiles

Japan's Isuzu eyes new business with battery-swapping EV truck

Company has developed unmanned stations where robots change batteries

15 November 2023
DHL Group CEO Tobias Meyer speaks at the opening of its expanded global hub in Hong Kong on Nov. 14. (Photo by Kenji Kawase)
Transportation

DHL bullish on Asian expansion despite supply chain cracks

CEO acknowledges geopolitics in play, but 'not pessimistic' on the future

14 November 2023
GeoTechnologies President and CEO Hiroshige Sugihara says Japan's most urgent task right now is to increase productivity. (Photo by Jun Takai)
Global Management Dialogue 2023

Geographical data helps cut CO2, economic loss, tech CEO says

GeoTechnologies believes it can help ease Japan's '2024 problem'

14 November 2023
There is no indication that Cambodia will be left with unserviceable debts even if traffic at Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport falls well short of projections. (Photo by Jean-Marc F. Blanchard)
Opinion

New airport shows Cambodia can get what it wants from China

Siem Reap hub proves there is more to the BRI than debt traps

12 November 2023
The Nov. 9 launch of the H5 e-scooter made by GoTo's Electrum. Its lighter batteries can be swapped at stations like the one on the right. (Photo by Erwida Maulia)
Transportation

Indonesia's GoTo-backed Electrum launches fast e-scooter

Startup's first model also offers lighter battery packs, executives say

9 November 2023
EHang's EH216-S vehicle, shown here at a May expo in Macao, won type certification in China in October. (Photo by Takashi Kawakami)
Markets

Short seller Hindenburg targets Chinese flying taxi startup EHang

U.S. firm alleges 'hollow' preorders and undisclosed limits on certification

9 November 2023
Kansai International Airport is the main international gateway for Osaka, which will host the 2025 World Expo. (Photo by Arisa Moriyama)
Travel & Leisure

Hate airport bag check-ins? Japan firm to lighten Osaka tourists' load

Delivery service handles luggage from hotels to airport in home country

7 November 2023
A Toyota display at the Japan Mobility Show on Oct. 25. The world's largest automaker by sales says it sold a company-record 5.2 million vehicles worldwide for the six months through September. (Photo by Mizuho Miyazaki)
Automobiles

Toyota lifts profit outlook to record high amid weak yen

But Japanese automaker tempers optimism by citing Asian market weakness

1 November 2023
ANA and JAL saw revenues rise on the back of higher unit prices per flight. Despite the increase, both airlines -- as well as others in Asia -- are taking longer to recover than U.S. and European counterparts. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
Transportation

Japanese airlines' profits recover to pre-pandemic levels

Higher unit prices drive rebound; ANA, JAL wait for more international demand

31 October 2023
A Gojek driver in Indonesia. Its parent company, superapp and e-commerce provider GoTo, has struggled to turn a profit.
Companies

Indonesia's GoTo posts narrower nine-month net loss of $599m

Superapp and ride-sharing company says it continues on 'path to profitability'

30 October 2023
Bamboo Airways' losses grew nearly eight times in 2022 amid depressed passenger demand.
Transportation

Vietnam's troubled Bamboo Airways suspends 10 international routes

Hanoi-Narita, Ho Chi Minh City-Frankfurt among affected connections

28 October 2023
Local couriers from Indonesia and mainland China stand by the ceremonial gong at the listing ceremony for J&T Global Express at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Friday. (Photo by Peggy Ye) 
IPO

Tencent-backed courier startup J&T shares close flat in Hong Kong debut

Company's $450m IPO draws scrutiny over Indonesia operations

27 October 2023
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, behind the wheel, and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, were all smiles in Riyadh. Companies from their countries signed dozens of business deals.
Business Spotlight

From EVs to digital, South Korea bags deals in tense Middle East

Hyundai, Naver join Yoon during his business-focused trip to Saudi Arabia and Qatar

27 October 2023
A China Southern Airlines plane lands at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport on Oct. 26.
Caixin

Chinese airlines take 'all you can fly' promotions international

Carriers hope step will fill planes during slow season

26 October 2023
Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Kyrgyzstan's leaders during a visit to the capital of Bishkek this week.
Belt and Road

China's Li Qiang calls for progress on Central Asia railway

Belt and Road link to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan has been delayed by cost debate

26 October 2023
Isuzu is hoping to price the truck around the same level as electric trucks. (Photo courtesy of Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies)
Automobiles

Isuzu and Toyota to mass produce light hydrogen fuel cell truck

Automakers aim for EV price point and to capture decarbonization demand

25 October 2023
Cambodia's new airport in Siem Reap has begun operations and an inauguration event is scheduled for November. (Screenshot from Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet's Facebook page)
Transportation

Billion-dollar airport whets Cambodia appetite for Chinese investment

As Siem Reap facility opens, PM Hun Manet looks for more Belt and Road money

24 October 2023
Japan is expected to be a major market for floating offshore wind turbines, such as this one in Nagasaki prefecture. (Photo by Shinya Sawai)
Energy

Japan, Denmark to cooperate on floating wind turbine technology

Japanese shipbuilders to bring expertise to devise mass production methods

24 October 2023
AirAsia plans to consolidate some of its carriers as part of a restructuring plan. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
Transportation

AirAsia owner Capital A pivots from competition to collaboration

Tie-ups with Garuda, Chinese cargo carrier show Tony Fernandes changing course

23 October 2023
The Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, the third Bosporus bridge linking the European and Asian sides of Istanbul, is to have a railway added to increase freight transport capacity.
International relations

Turkey pushes $25bn Iraq transport route over India-Europe corridor

Minister says Israel-Hamas war shows 'security problems' with plan hatched at G20

20 October 2023
Delta and other U.S. carriers made big increases in Asia-bound capacity in the third quarter.
Transportation

U.S. airlines hope for faster China rebound after strong quarter in Asia

Q3 brought record revenues, but fuel prices dampen year-end outlook

20 October 2023
MYAirline's board of directors announced an abrupt suspension of services on Oct. 12 due to "significant financial pressure."
Transportation

MYAirline founder arrested amid money-laundering probe

Wife and son also detained after Malaysian budget carrier suspended service

19 October 2023
India's Adani Ports and local partner Gadot Group bought Israel's Port of Haifa for $1.2 billion. 
Middle East crisis

Adani Group 'very confident' in Israel port as conflict rages

Indian conglomerate's maritime unit reportedly eyeing Mediterranean investment

19 October 2023