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A conversation with ChatGPT about Seoul’s public transport system and more
ChatGPT does not need an introduction. The evolution in AI and the leaps the Internet is about to make are amazing. I’ve been reading about it over the past couple...
Climate action on transport by Korea
14% of Korea’s greenhouse gas emissions are caused by transport as of 2017, making it the third largest contributor after industry and the power sector. The majority of emissions by...
Tunnelling of first GTX-A section complete
Another milestone for the GTX project was announced just before the new year — one of many to come over the next few years. On December 29, MOLIT announced that...
Line 9 extension gets green light — again
Wanna feel old? Seoul’s Line 9 is nearly 13 years old! But it is still being built, with MOLIT recently announcing the go ahead for another Line 9 extension, the...
Busan BRT now complete after final section opens
The final section of the Busan BRT (bus rapid transit) opened on December 28, bringing an eight-year project that has gradually made its way across the city to a close.
First autonomous bus service to use BRT roads launches
Korea’s first autonomous bus service to use Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) roads began operating today in Sejong City and was launched in a ceremony with the heads of the Ministry...
First GTX-A train delivered by Hyundai Rotem
The “GTX”. If you live in Korea, it’s one of those projects that you may have seen on signs, election campaigns, and real estate listings for years now. Now, we’re...
New Incheon Subway Line 2 trains bring improvements
Earlier this week Incheon announced that 12 new EMUs (six 2-car trains) would soon be introduced to Incheon Subway Line 2 to relieve pressure on the often crowded line.
Seoul trams to make a return in 2025
Seoul trams will no longer be museum pieces once the Wirye Line opens in 2025, bringing the transport mode back to the capital after 57 years. On November 28, Korea’s...