Transport operations and infrastructure development in the Philippines were acutely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic as lockdowns stalled construction projects, movement restrictions prohibited travel even within communities, and a ban on international arrivals in March limited aviation services for the rest of 2020. As the country’s response to Covid-19 began to take shape in the first half...
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Chapter | Transport & Infrastructure from The Report: Philippines 2021
The Philippines is one of the world’s fastest-growing nations. Although economic activity slowed during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic period, stimulus measures, imminent public sector policies and a larger budget are expected to create jobs, generate growth and help kick-start the country’s recovery during 2021.
Dealerships are looking to pre-owned vehicles to shore up automotive industry turnover during the Covid-19 pandemic, with used personal cars outperforming new unit sales in a variety of emerging and developed markets.
Many of the emerging world’s mass transit systems have seen demand nosedive as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Lockdowns, social distancing and remote working – as well as fears around an increased risk of infection in enclosed spaces – have led to dramatic reductions in passenger numbers, but also innovative ideas for enhancing safety measures and generating new revenue streams.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Robert Howden, Managing Director, Express Freight Management: Interview from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2020
Articles & Analysis | Will global supply chains permanently shift due to Covid-19? from The Report: Papua New Guinea 2020
As globalisation has increased, the world’s supply chains have become substantially more interconnected, and goods often have more stages to pass through before reaching the end consumer. From national lockdowns to closed airspace and borders, Covid-19 has resulted in unprecedented disruption to the mechanics of most economies, regardless of...