top of page

SECTOR: TRANSPORT

At the Global Sustainable Development Foundation, we finance projects that expand or improve low-carbon and sustainable transport systems in communities or regions with underdeveloped infrastructure. These efforts support Sustainable Development Goal 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.


We consider a range of relevant subsectors, including:

Road Transport

Support is provided for:
•    Road infrastructure development
•    Passenger transport by road
•    Road safety initiative

Air Transport

We also support:
•    Airport infrastructure
•    Air traffic control systems
•    Aircraft and aircraft maintenance equipment

Transport Regulation

We also finance:
•    Supervision and regulation of users, infrastructure, and service operations
•    Vehicle registration, licensing, safety inspections, and operator training
•    Development of safety standards, fare structures, and service level monitoring

​Rail Transport

We invest in:
•    Railway infrastructure
•    Rolling stock and railway equipment
•    Urban rail systems such as trams and metros

Public Transport Services

Projects may include:
•    Management and improvement of public transport services
•    Integration of public mobility systems for greater efficiency

Education and Training in Transport and Logistics

We provide support for:

  • Professional development programmes

  • Training for transport sector professionals and service providers

Inland Waterway and Maritime Transport

Funding is available for:
•    Ports, docks, and harbour infrastructure
•    Port traffic control systems
•    Vessels and barges for inland waterway and coastal navigation

Transport Policy and Administrative Governance

Our funding may cover:
•    Development of transport policies, plans, and national programmes
•    Support for transport ministries and public authorities
•    Institutional training, advisory services, and multi-modal transport integration
•    Road accident prevention and traffic safety campaigns

bottom of page