Major Moving Company to Train Drivers in Indonesia, Planning 300 Over Five Years
Sakai Moving Center is set to train 300 truck drivers in Indonesia over the next five years to address the shortage of drivers in the logistics industry.
Renfe launches its first job offer of the year seeking 550 train drivers
Renfe has announced its first job offer of the year, seeking to fill 550 train driver positions as part of a broader plan to increase its workforce by 2,000 this year.
The black boxes reinforce the hypothesis of track breakage in Adamuz and that the train drivers could not avoid the collision
The black boxes from the Adamuz train accident support the theory that a track break caused the collision and that train operators were unable to prevent it.
Photos and videos: How do ‘Checo’ Pérez and the drivers train for an F1 GP? ‘It’s the worst day of the year’
The article explores the rigorous training routines of Formula 1 drivers, particularly focusing on Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez as he prepares for the Australian Grand Prix in 2026.
Pay Round: Train Drivers' Deal Without Strikes? It's Possible!
The train drivers' union (GDL) has reached a wage agreement with the railways without resorting to strikes, marking a notable departure from previous decades of disruptive labor actions.
No Warning Strikes: Bahn and GDL Reach Agreement in Wage Negotiations
The Deutsche Bahn and the train drivers' union GDL have reached an agreement in wage negotiations without the threat of warning strikes after several days of talks.
The train drivers, one month after the tragedy in Gelida: "We still haven't hit bottom"
Train drivers reflect on the impacts of the Gelida tragedy, citing persistent maintenance issues as the root cause of ongoing crises in the Rodalies train service.
Railway Safety Is Not Strengthened by ‘Monitoring Train Drivers’
The South Korean government mandates the installation of surveillance cameras in train cabs, but experts argue this approach may actually pose new risks rather than enhance safety.
What is the Salary of a Train Driver? These Benefits are Available
This article discusses the salary structure and benefits of train drivers in Indian Railways, highlighting the differences based on experience and position.
Lagos trains, screens drivers to reduce traffic crashes
The Lagos State Government has launched an initiative to train and screen commercial drivers in order to reduce traffic accidents.
Deutsche Bahn and GDL: So they can behave differently. An escalation is not a natural law
Deutsche Bahn has made a surprisingly fair offer to the train drivers' union GDL, leading to a calm response and a potential agreement without strikes.
School leavers to be fast-tracked to train driver jobs and earn up to £70,000
The UK government is lowering the minimum age for train drivers from 20 to 18 to attract school leavers into the profession, responding to a projected shortage as many drivers retire.
After the Death of a Train Conductor: GDL writes an open letter to Bahn CEO Palla
Following the tragic death of a train conductor, the German train drivers' union GDL is pressuring the management of Deutsche Bahn to address safety concerns and implement significant changes.
Spanish Train Drivers Have Achieved Their Goals: Strike Cancelled
Spanish train drivers have cancelled their strike amidst concerns over safety following deadly accidents and insufficient maintenance investments in the railway system.
Train driver minimum age to drop to 18 from June as UK tackles shortage
The UK will lower the minimum age for train drivers to 18 in response to workforce shortages, with legislation set to be introduced in Parliament.
Teenagers to be allowed to drive trains from this summer
The UK government will allow 18-year-olds to drive trains starting summer 2026 in response to an anticipated driver shortage.
Puente agrees with unions on 3,600 more positions in Renfe and Adif, more rest for train drivers, 461 million more for maintenance, and 300 "road" vehicles to supervise tracks to end the strike
The Spanish Ministry of Transport has reached an agreement with unions for increased funding and resources in the railway sector to end a strike amid safety concerns following recent accidents.
Strikes by Train Drivers in Spain - Hundreds of Trains May Be Canceled
Train drivers in Spain are striking, potentially leading to the cancellation of hundreds of long-distance, regional, and freight trains.
Spanish train drivers are fed up with serious train accidents
Train drivers across Spain are staging a three-day protest from today over the alleged neglect of the railway network.
The three-day strike of train drivers begins in Spain
Train drivers in Spain have commenced a three-day strike, leading to the cancellation of over a thousand train services amid safety concerns following recent accidents.
February Train Drivers' Strike: Dates, Affected Trains and Minimum Services
A strike by train drivers in Spain will disrupt services for three days due to concerns over recent fatal accidents.
Government on track to lower train driver minimum age to 18 in Great Britain
The UK government plans to reduce the minimum age for train drivers from 20 to 18 to address a looming shortage amid an aging workforce.
The 7,000 Spanish train drivers called to strike: how much do they earn and which companies hire them?
In Spain, 7,000 train drivers are set to strike, highlighting wage disputes and competition among public and private operators, particularly after recent tragic train accidents.
Keys of the train drivers' strike in February: Will the strike continue? What trains are affected and what minimum services will Renfe have?
Train drivers are set to strike on February 9, 10, and 11 to protest labor conditions.
Train drivers lost a 35-minute paid lunch break – Here’s how the court resolved the dispute
Finland's Supreme Court ruled that the rail company VR had the right to unilaterally change train drivers' paid lunch breaks to unpaid ones, as this was not a firmly established condition of their employment.
Avoid the impound lot: Hoy No Circula for February 6 in CDMX and Edomex
On February 6, the Hoy No Circula program is in effect in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, restricting vehicle use for drivers from the region while promoting the use of public transport like the 'El Insurgente' train.
More than a thousand people are leaving the railways and cuts are not ending. You can no longer buy a ticket even at some larger stations
Slovak state railways are experiencing significant layoffs, with over a thousand jobs lost across two companies, and a third company planning further mass layoffs amid complaints from train drivers about being overworked.
Is there a train strike tomorrow, Thursday, February 5?
A nationwide train strike is expected on February 5, organized by the railway drivers' union La Fraternidad, which could lead to a complete service interruption for 24 hours, although the government might still intervene with mandatory conciliation.
Banobras assures that Insurgent drivers are trained and certified: "They have their licenses"
Banobras director Jorge Mendoza confirmed that drivers of the newly inaugurated Insurgent train are fully trained and certified.
The Government Faces February with Strikes by Doctors, Teachers, and Train Drivers Amidst Rodalies Crisis
The Government of Salvador Illa is entering February with numerous strikes by doctors, teachers, and train drivers as it grapples with an ongoing crisis affecting the Rodalies train system.
TRANSPORT STRIKE ⟩ Nationwide bus and train drivers' strike leaves Germans waiting
In Germany, most platforms and waiting areas are empty today as tens of thousands of transport sector workers strike in protest.
Strike on January 13: SNCF Expects Nearly Normal Traffic on Tuesday
The Sud Rail union is urging train drivers and controllers to mobilize for a monthly pay increase of 400 euros, although the strike is anticipated to have limited attendance.
DWD Expects 20 Centimeters of New Snow - Drivers Advised to Stay Home - DB Lifts Train Restrictions
Germany is facing a severe winter weather event with heavy snowfall and warnings for snowdrifts, prompting school closures in many states.
Collective Bargaining at the Railway: Union Not Currently Seeking Conflict
The German Train Drivers' Union (GDL) begins collective bargaining with Deutsche Bahn, with no strikes planned until the end of February, emphasizing constructive negotiations.
Train drivers demand eight percent more money - and threaten strikes from Easter holidays
Train drivers are negotiating a pay rise of eight percent and threatening strikes starting from Easter, with negotiations resuming without the former union leader.
Train drivers demand eight percent more money - and threaten strikes from the Easter holidays
German train drivers are demanding an eight percent wage increase and may begin strikes as early as March, signaling potential disruptions for travelers as negotiations continue with the Deutsche Bahn and the new union leader.
Train Drivers: A Wage Round Without Strikes?
Train drivers are demanding an eight percent wage increase in a negotiations round that historically has often led to strikes disrupting services for passengers.
Europe Freezes. Train Services Collapse, Flights Canceled, Traffic Jams Stretch for Hundreds of Kilometers
Severe winter weather has disrupted train services and led to hundreds of flight cancellations in the Netherlands, while northern France is experiencing traffic jams stretching hundreds of kilometers, resulting in fatal accidents for two drivers.
Hamburg's Bus and Train Drivers Are Enough – But Overall, Public Transport Faces a Training Shortage
Public transport companies in Hamburg report sufficient bus and train drivers, but there are concerns about a potential training shortage in the sector overall.
Being a train driver: a real opportunity in an expanding sector
The role of train driver, essential for the functioning of an expanding railway sector, remains largely unknown to the public despite the industry's growth facilitated by liberalization and a focus on sustainable mobility.