Transport
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Port of call
Hambantota is about to hit the big time thanks to Chinese money and dynastic might. But not everyone is set to benefit.
Geneva Motor Show 2011
The 2011 Geneva Motor Show was a more positive, dynamic event than in years past. A record number of new machines were unveiled and the results of years of industry investment in green technology…
Europe
The British Queen's motorcade, a European space ship, the first direct flights between Russia and Brazil and the Turkish prime minister's branding potential
Europe
The Popemobile and the other vehicles in Benedict XVI's motorcade, and how wealthy Germans can prepare for armageddon.
Rapid relief
Until Russia’s Sapsan high-speed train arrived, the only practical way to travel between Moscow and St Petersburg was by plane. Monocle hops on board to try out the service in our monthly benchmark test.
Sharing nicely
Daimler's car2go car-sharing service is still in its infancy. Can it provide enough vehicles to meet demand while offering genuine ease of use and affordability? Monocle puts it to the test.
Africa/Middle East
Monocle looks t James Michel, president of the Seychelles, and his motorcade, plus Malawi's new flag and Zanzibar's model way of dealing with political strife.
Taipei Cycle Show
The Taipei International Cycle Show is one of the most important bicycle industry events in the world, with nearly 900 exhibitors on hand this year. Held annually at the Nangang Exhibition Center in the…
Jungle flyer
Susi Air, based in Pangandaran, West Java, was founded by a husband and wife team and came into its own after the 2004 tsunami.
Hail the sky taxi
There’s now a more reliable and affordable way to get between Russia’s far-flung regional capitals – a zippy Swiss Air taxi.
