Transport
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Icebreakers: rescue know-how
Finland has obvious natural advantages that have helped it become an icebreaking powerhouse but the country’s dominance in the field is startling. We travel to the Bay of Bothnia to bear witness to the…
Icebreakers at work
Throughout the long Finnish winter, the country’s ports are kept open by a small but determined fleet of icebreakers. Monocle Films hops on board to see how it’s done.
The sky’s the limit
Hail a Blue Bird cab and Noni Purnomo might be your driver. For the CEO of the iconic taxi firm, it’s all about the people.
Making the move
What raises last-mile delivery from perfunctory hand-off to attentive art? Three leading lights of logistics reveal all.
High flyer
Emirates president Sir Tim Clark piloted the airline from humble beginnings to become the world’s fourth-largest carrier. He insists he’s won by being optimistic – and keeping the wine on tap.
Power pack – driving renewables
A trip to Iceland for a masterclass in sustainable living and a whizz around Audi’s electric car plant in Brussels leaves Monocle Films with a positive vision of the future.
Business
A new fashion retail school in Hong Kong and a Spanish trucking company adding colour to the roads.
Aiming high
Not long ago, airBaltic was nosediving. Now it's filling European skies with its lime-green livery and has its sights set on becoming an international jetsetter.
Foot on the gas
Alain Visser, CEO of car-subscription company Lynk & Co, has chosen a youthful team who can teach him what’s ‘cool’ – just as long as it doesn’t involve reading management books or going running.
My life as a tram
Loved by their loyal passengers, Zürich’s trams are not only punctual but also contribute to the city’s identity. Hop on board as we introduce you to the fleet that makes the Swiss city tick.
