> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🚋 Mobility Futures #23 - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/mobility-futures-23/ - Published: 2024-12-23T12:30:40.000Z - Updated: 2024-12-23T12:30:39.000Z - Description: HolonIQ's Mobility Newsletter covers the latest developments in aviation, rail, and marine and highlights the week's top skills and mobility deals. - Author: QS - Tags: Green Skills **Happy Monday 👋** California is set to [ban new gasoline car sales by 2035](https://insideevs.com/news/744407/ev-california-gas-car-sales-ban-2035/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), accelerating the shift to electric vehicles. Korean Air will [directly manage](https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11197478?ref=newsletters.qs.com) ground operations in Japan, becoming the first foreign airline to bypass local contractors. Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Metro added 38.4 km of new lines under its [$22.5B Vision 2030 plan](https://www.railjournal.com/regions/middle-east/riyadh-metro-opens-more-lines/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), featuring energy-efficient trains and future clean energy integration. In maritime news, China extended its lead over Greece as the [world’s largest shipowning nation](https://splash247.com/china-stretches-lead-over-greece-as-worlds-largest-shipowning-nation/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), with nearly 30 million additional gross tonnage. Meanwhile, Korean Air completed its [acquisition](https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11195468?ref=newsletters.qs.com) of Asiana Airlines, consolidating South Korea’s aviation sector and streamlining domestic operations. **What's new?** *HolonIQ’s new* [*Green Skills Map*](https://www.greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) *and Workforce section reveal industry-wide sustainability skills and jobs, as well as workforce development initiatives, supporting upskilling for a sustainable economy.* *HolonIQ's new* [*skills newsletter*](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/skills/) *is here! Get updates on emerging skills, workforce shifts, and industry insights across impact sectors.* [*Subscribe*](https://newsletters.qs.com/#) *now to stay ahead.* ## 🚘 Ground Mobility **🚗 California Aims to Ban New Gas Car Sales by 2035**. California's air resources board is expected to finalize a rule next week that would [ban the sale of new gasoline-powered cars](https://insideevs.com/news/744407/ev-california-gas-car-sales-ban-2035/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and light trucks by 2035, a potential major boost for electric vehicles. 🚗 **Autonomous Driving Updates**: Switzerland’s Federal Council [passed an ordinance](https://www.electrive.com/2024/12/16/switzerland-regulates-autonomous-driving?ref=newsletters.qs.com) regulating automated driving, effective March 1, 2025\. General Motors decided to [abandon robotaxi development](https://www.autonews.com/podcasts/shift/an-shift-podcast-gm-cruise-michael-ramsey/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and pivot its Cruise subsidiary toward personally owned vehicles. Meanwhile, Waymo is set to deploy 25 [autonomous vehicles in Tokyo](https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/16/24322769/waymo-japan-robotaxi-test-nihon-kotsu-go?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in 2025, partnering with local taxi companies. Additionally, Mercedes-Benz [received approval in Germany](https://www.autofutures.tv/news-features/mercedes-benz-approved-for-95-km-h-level-3-autonomous-driving-in-germany/s/bf021d82-ff4a-4892-8f41-4e611599d077?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for its DRIVE PILOT system, enabling Level 3 autonomous driving at speeds up to 95 km/h. **🚗 Malaysia's First Locally Made Electric Vehicle Unveiled.** Malaysian automaker Proton unveiled the country's [first locally-produced electric vehicle](https://www.barrons.com/news/malaysia-launches-first-locally-made-electric-vehicle-a78f0836?ref=newsletters.qs.com) on Monday after the government pledged to boost EV uptake on the roads. ## 🛬 Aviation **✈️ Korean Air to Directly Handle Ground Operations in Japan.** Korean Air will [start directly handling](https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11197478?ref=newsletters.qs.com) the ground operations for its flights at Japanese airports next month, becoming the first foreign airline to do so without contracting local companies. **🚁 Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation Sign AAM Support Deal.** Eve Air Mobility, an aerospace company, and Signature Aviation, a global fixed-base operator, [signed an agreement](https://www.urbanairmobilitynews.com/uam-infrastructure/eve-air-mobility-and-global-fbo-signature-aviation-sign-aam-support-agreement/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to support advanced air mobility operations. **🚁 RIOgaleão and MICAELIS Launch Sustainable Air Mobility Partnership.** RIOgaleão and MICAELIS have [partnered](https://www.internationalairportreview.com/news/232953/riogaleao-and-micaelis-announce-historic-mou-for-sustainable-evtol-air-mobility-in-brazil/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to advance sustainable air mobility using eVTOL aircraft and integrated vertiport solutions. The partnership aims to revolutionize urban transportation and set new standards for sustainable aviation in Brazil. ## 🚋 Rail **🚇 Riyadh Metro Expands with New Lines.** The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) in Saudi Arabia opened [two new metro lines](https://www.railjournal.com/regions/middle-east/riyadh-metro-opens-more-lines/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) totaling 38.4 km on December 15\. Part of the $22.5B Vision 2030 initiative, the project enhances urban mobility with energy-efficient trains and plans for clean energy integration. **🌱 SBB Trains to Run on 100% Renewable Energy.** The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) announced that starting from January 1, 2025, all of its trains will run on traction power that comes [entirely from renewable sources.](https://www.railwaypro.com/wp/sbb-trains-will-run-on-100-renewable-traction-power-from-2025/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **🚆 First RegioPanter battery trains enter operation in Czechia.** Czechia deployed its first RegioPanter [battery trains](https://www.railwaypro.com/wp/first-bemus-enter-operation-in-czechia/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) on the rail network in the Moravian-Silesian region. With advanced LTO batteries enabling up to 80 km of travel on a single charge, the modern trains aim to enhance connectivity, sustainability, and passenger comfort. ## 🚢 Marine **⛴️ China Extends Lead over Greece as World's Largest Shipowning Nation.** According to data from Clarksons Research, China is increasing its lead over Greece as the [world's largest shipowning nation](https://splash247.com/china-stretches-lead-over-greece-as-worlds-largest-shipowning-nation/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), now stretching to nearly 30 million gross tonnage. **⚓️ Baltic Exchange Launches FuelEU Calculator for Shipowners.** The Baltic Exchange, an organization in the shipping industry, launched a [FuelEU calculator](https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/baltic-exchange-launches-fueleu-calculator-to-help-shipowners-understand-the-financial-and-commercial-implications/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to help shipowners understand the financial and commercial implications of new regulations. **⛵ Hyundai Subsidiary Avikus to Equip 30 Ships with Autonomous Navigation Tech.** Avikus, a subsidiary of HD Hyundai specializing in [autonomous navigation technology,](https://www.marinelink.com/news/hline-outfit-vessels-autonomous-nav-tech-520302?ref=newsletters.qs.com) secured an order to outfit 30 vessels with its HiNAS Control autonomous navigation solutions. ## **🛠️** Skills and Workforce *HolonIQ is now tracking reskilling and upskilling initiatives critical in bridging workforce gaps. Impact industries are rapidly evolving, fueled by technological advancements, decarbonization, geopolitical dynamics, and socio-economic factors. To that extent, these sectors require considerable workforce/professional development initiatives to enhance workers' capabilities, boost economic growth, and promote social well-being. Read on for this week’s insights, and discover more in HolonIQ's latest* [*Skills newsletter*](https://newsletters.qs.com/tag/skills/)*.* **🚗 The Metropolitan Education District (MetroED) has received nearly $1 million in funding for its Silicon Valley Career Technical Education (SVCTE)**. The grant, part of the K12 Strong Workforce Program, will help community colleges expand career technical education and workforce training, preparing students for high-wage employment in sustainable industries such as[ EV technology and clean diesel technologies](https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/12/15/metroed-gets-state-grant-for-green-tech-programs/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). **🛠️ Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vishwakarma Institutes and University**. This initiative aims to advance concept development, skill-based training, and education. The partnership will[ provide hands-on training, practical exposure, and real-world experience,](https://www.constructionweekonline.in/business/kinetic-green-partners-with-vishwakarma-institutes-and-university-to-boost-skill-training?ref=newsletters.qs.com) while VI&U will adapt its curriculum to meet industry needs. **💰 The Albanese and Allan Labor Governments have allocated $50 million to launch the Melbourne Polytechnic Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence**. This center will focus on advanced[ construction training and Modern Methods of Construction,](https://www.australianmanufacturing.com.au/tafes-future-of-housing-construction-centre-to-build-skilled-workforce-for-australia/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) aiming to enhance workforce productivity and serve as a hub for applied research in the sector. [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2024/10/Screenshot-2024-10-25-102758-1.png)](https://www.greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) HolonIQ has launched the [Green Skills Map](http://greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), an open-source framework initiated for cataloging, evaluating, and contextualizing the different components of the rapidly expanding field of green jobs. This comprehensive taxonomy will serve as a resource for understanding the full spectrum and complexity of green skills required across various sectors, thereby enabling a cohesive approach toward achieving net zero and decarbonizing the global economy. Green Skills Map spans 11 areas, 54 sub-areas, and 243 green skills clusters. A snippet of the map covering four areas has been included above. Explore the full map on [greenskills.org](http://greenskills.org/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). ## **💰** Deals of the Week **✈️ Korean Air Acquires Asiana Airlines.** Korean Air [acquired](https://www.mk.co.kr/en/business/11195468?ref=newsletters.qs.com) new shares of Asiana Airlines and incorporated them into its subsidiary, integrating the domestic aviation industry. **✈️ Abu Dhabi's 2PointZero Invests in Archer Aviation's $430M Funding Round.** Archer Aviation, a US air-taxi maker, [raised $430M in funding](https://www.trendingtopics.eu/archer-aviation-luftfahrt-startup-erhaelt-430-mio-dollar-fuer-verteidigungsflugzeuge/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), with a portion coming from Abu Dhabi's 2PointZero. The funds will be used to develop a hybrid aircraft in partnership with Anduril Industries. **🔋 Camp Pendleton Secures $42M Grant for Zinc-Ion Battery Storage.** Camp Pendleton, one of the busiest military installations in the US, is awarded a [$42M grant](https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2024/12/16/camp-pendleton-bags-42-million-for-zinc-ion-battery-storage/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) from California's Long Duration Energy Storage program. The grant will allow International Electric Power to install a 6 MW zinc-ion battery storage system at the installation. **🚌 BP Ventures invests $9M in ZingBus to supercharge India's EV-powered future.** bp Ventures, the venture capital arm of British oil and gas company bp, [invested](https://techfundingnews.com/bp-ventures-invests-9m-in-zingbus-to-supercharge-indias-ev-powered-future/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) $9M in Indian mobility startup ZingBus, leading its Series A funding round. **🚚 Loadar secures $4M seed funding for US expansion in logistics.** Loadar, a freight procurement and management tool, [raised $4M](https://tech.eu/2024/12/17/loadars-advanced-freight-management-tool-receives-4m-investment/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in seed funding to expand its operations in the US and target the $9 trillion logistics market. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* For unlimited access to over one million charts,*[ *request a demo*](https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/1uMbIPRqUeVuZ31jVtKWMWIuqU2ga1nKo8aotNdGihU16zgOzuTfRMb9XfIIGmcOT?ref=newsletters.qs.com)*.* --- **Thank you for reading. 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