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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn is closing the Lubja tram station

Tallinn will begin repairs on the curve tracks at the Lubja tram station, leading to a change in local traffic organization and the transport routes, and the station will not reopen after the repairs are completed.

Feb 27 • 10:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

After the tramway renewal, Tallinn will lose the Lubja stop

Tallinn is set to lose the Lubja tram stop as part of essential renovation works to replace old tracks near the city center, affecting traffic from March 7 to May 31.

Feb 27 • 09:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Transport: Strike in Munich: These U-Bahns, Buses, and Trams Are Still Running

A public transport strike in Munich, called by the Verdi union, is affecting U-Bahn, bus, and tram services in the city as part of a labor conflict in Bavarian cities.

Feb 27 • 07:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After years of construction: The first trams finally roll on the West Tangent

The first section of the West Tangent tram line in Munich, which has been under construction for two years, is officially opened with a maiden journey and a public celebration.

Feb 26 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Icy rain caused serious problems in Tallinn's tram traffic

Icy rain severely disrupted tram traffic in Tallinn, leading to all trams being halted and public transportation affected.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Freezing Rain Causes Serious Problems for Tallinn's Tram Traffic

Freezing rain has disrupted tram traffic in Tallinn, with all trams currently offline due to difficult weather conditions.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The first tram tested the new Prague bridge

The new bridge in Prague has been tested with its first tram, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 17:57 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Alexandria’s historic tram faces final stop as modern rail project moves ahead

Alexandria, Egypt's historic tram system, which has been in operation for 163 years, is set to be replaced by a modern light rail project, sparking concerns among residents about the loss of this cultural heritage.

Feb 25 • 11:37 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Five people injured in a tram collision in Tallinn

A tram collision in Tallinn has left five people injured, disrupting service on tram lines 2 and 4 for several hours.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS ⟩ One tram collided with another in Tallinn, there are casualties

A tram collision in Tallinn has resulted in halted services on lines 2 and 4 due to casualties.

Feb 25 • 08:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Tampere Tram: Disruption

Tampere's tram service has experienced multiple disruptions early Wednesday morning, leading to cancellations on lines 1 and 3.

Feb 25 • 06:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

150 Years of Trams in Munich: Into the Anniversary Year in the Historic Tram

The Munich transport authority (MVG) celebrates the 150th anniversary of the city's tram system, highlighting its importance in urban transport.

Feb 24 • 16:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Extension construction of the 7th tram line in Riga reallocates 1.4 million euros

The Latvian government has decided to reallocate 1.374 million euros for the extension of the 7th tram line in Riga, raising the total project budget to 29.449 million euros.

Feb 24 • 12:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Mother with children ran directly in front of tram in Prague. The transport company showed videos of collisions with pedestrians

In Prague, a mother and her children ran in front of a tram, prompting the transportation company to release videos of pedestrian collisions.

Feb 24 • 12:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Verdi Strike: Two Days of Subway and Tram Shutdowns in Munich

A two-day strike called by the Verdi union will significantly disrupt public transportation in Munich on February 27 and 28.

Feb 24 • 10:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Construction of the Vantaa tram is progressing rapidly, but trams and the depot are still missing

Construction of the Vantaa light rail is underway, but significant portions including trams and the depot are still lacking due to legal appeals.

Feb 23 • 17:26 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal body for heritage protection halts works under the Minhocão

The Brazilian federal heritage protection agency has stopped construction works beneath the Minhocão after the discovery of tram tracks.

Feb 23 • 16:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In Riga, on Bauskas Street, a truck collided with a tram; no injuries reported

A truck collided with a tram in Riga on Bauskas Street, but fortunately, there were no injuries reported.

Feb 23 • 15:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aerial Tram Connecting CPTM to Guarulhos Airport Starts Operating Only at Night and with Reduced Capacity

The Aeromovel, a monorail connecting São Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport to the local train system, has commenced limited nighttime operations with reduced capacity.

Feb 23 • 14:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

We mapped out how much the Vantaa tram is currently employing people – fresh engineer Eetu Vento, 24, is one of the lucky ones

The construction of the Vantaa tram is providing job opportunities for local residents, including fresh engineer Eetu Vento, who secured a role close to home amid challenging employment conditions for recent graduates.

Feb 23 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Traffic Regulations on Metro and Tram – Which Stations and Stops are Closing

Traffic adjustments are being made on Metro and Tram lines in Athens due to construction work, affecting service temporarily from February 24 to March 9, 2026.

Feb 23 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tram: Changes to schedules from tomorrow until March 9

There will be changes to the tram Line 6 schedules in Athens from February 24 to March 9, 2023, as announced by STASY.

Feb 23 • 08:55 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Kyiv authorities say when trolleybuses and trams, suspended for over a month, will resume operations

Kyiv authorities have announced the potential resumption of trolleybus and tram services, currently suspended for over 40 days, contingent on a stable electricity supply following recent Russian strikes.

Feb 23 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Turku to vote on hundreds of millions for tram in the coming months - only half of councilors express their opinions

In Turku, Finland, only about half of the city councilors have expressed their opinions on whether to build a tram system estimated to cost €465 million, with the council expected to make a final decision by June.

Feb 23 • 05:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The new terminus for tram line 7 is almost completed. What will it bring to the residents of Ķengarags?

Residents of Ķengarags are set to benefit from the nearly completed new tram line 7 terminus and transportation hub.

Feb 20 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

"What caused the collision with the tram were the violences": the main aggressor of Jérémie Cohen sentenced to 10 years of criminal confinement

The main aggressor involved in the death of Jérémie Cohen has been sentenced to 10 years in prison following a violent attack that led to a tram collision.

Feb 20 • 19:11 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Tram and car collide in Lund - no injuries

A tram and a car collided in Lund, Sweden, early Friday morning, but no injuries were reported and both vehicles were able to drive away after the incident.

Feb 20 • 06:54 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tallinn's plan to direct the tram to Putukaväila creates mixed feelings among locals

Tallinn's city government plans to redirect the tram line to Putukaväila, promising significant cost savings but sparking mixed reactions from local residents.

Feb 19 • 19:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The cleaning tram 'Snow White' in Liepāja – serving for 72 years

The historic tram 'Snow White' has been essential in maintaining clear tram tracks during snowy nights in Liepāja for over 72 years.

Feb 19 • 14:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chilwell crash LIVE: Bus and tram collide as passengers injured and roads closed

A serious collision between a tram and a bus in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire has resulted in injuries and significant disruptions to public transport.

Feb 19 • 10:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Tallinn has changed the Pelguranna tram route

Tallinn's deputy mayor Kristjan Järvan announced a new tram route that optimizes service to residents and saves costs.

Feb 18 • 13:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Kyranakis: Starting today the tram reaches the Port of Piraeus - The new terminal stop "Akta Posidon" is in operation

The new terminal tram stop 'Akta Posidon' in Piraeus is now operational, enhancing tram service to the port.

Feb 18 • 13:10 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tallinn City Government Decides on the New Tram Route in Pelguranna

The Tallinn City Government approved a new tram route for Pelguranna, which avoids certain areas to provide a more efficient service.

Feb 18 • 11:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Tram Collision in Warsaw. Several People Injured

A tram collision occurred in Warsaw, injuring six people, prompting a halt in tram services on a major route.

Feb 18 • 06:53 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

STASY: The tram stop "Akti Poseidonos" in Piraeus will be operational from tomorrow

A new tram stop, "Akti Poseidonos," will begin operations on February 18, enhancing transit options in Piraeus with new routes.

Feb 17 • 17:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Plzeň's Škoda Unveils Tram for Italian Bergamo, Featuring Anti-Collision System

Škoda has introduced a new tram designed for the Italian city of Bergamo, which includes an anti-collision system.

Feb 16 • 17:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Francesc Macià Square will have trees, wider sidewalks, and a new bike lane when the tram arrives

Francesc Macià Square in Barcelona is set to undergo a transformation to improve pedestrian and traffic conditions with the arrival of the new tram line.

Feb 16 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Laughing over the Tram." Eia Uus: writers have historically written such vulgarities that would make 5MINUST blush

Author Eia Uus discusses the tradition of love letters on Valentine's Day, highlighting their historical significance and the use of explicit language by writers.

Feb 15 • 16:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The construction of the tram in Vantaa has already begun, and it is noticeable in the businesses of Tikkurila: some customers have disappeared

The ongoing tram construction in Tikkurila, Vantaa, has caused significant disruptions for local businesses, leading to a noticeable decrease in customers.

Feb 14 • 10:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Spray Attack on Tram in Tampere

A passenger was sprayed with pepper spray on a tram in Tampere, Finland, leading to a police investigation into the incident.

Feb 13 • 12:35 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Construction of the tram line near the Museum has progressed to the next phase. The lower part of Vinohradská will face several restrictions this year, including for drivers

The tram line construction near the Museum in Prague is advancing to a new phase, imposing traffic restrictions on Vinohradská Street this year.

Feb 13 • 08:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Public transport may be delayed by 10 to 15 minutes

Due to a snowstorm, buses and trolleybuses in Riga are experiencing delays of 10 to 15 minutes, while tram services remain unaffected.

Feb 13 • 06:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

HSL cancels two trunk bus lines in South Helsinki – tram must be enough even if travel to the stop increases

HSL plans to cancel trunk bus lines 20 and 30 in South Helsinki, replacing them with a new tram line, a move that local residents fear will severely diminish public transportation in the area.

Feb 12 • 18:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A senior citizen died after falling between tram cars in Brno

A senior citizen tragically lost their life after falling between tram cars in Brno, Czechia.

Feb 12 • 17:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Maglev Train: The Floating Tram is Back

The Maglev train, developed by the company Max Bögl, aims to revolutionize public transport with its innovative design 20 years after the original concept's discontinuation.

Feb 12 • 10:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Subway, Bus, and Tram in Munich: Strike Disrupts Public Transport Significantly – Chaos is Avoided

A public transport strike in Munich has led to significant disruptions but, thanks to advanced notice, chaos was largely avoided as many people worked from home.

Feb 11 • 15:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Narva offers a tram connection to Narva-Jõesuu

Narva's new urban planning initiative includes the proposal for a tram line connecting to Narva-Jõesuu, aiming to improve public transport efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

Feb 11 • 09:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santa Teresa trams stop for four days during Carnival; service only operates on Sunday, with restrictions

The Santa Teresa tram service in Rio de Janeiro will be suspended for most of the Carnival period due to block parades, operating only on Sunday with restrictions.

Feb 11 • 09:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Narva offers tram connection to Narva-Jõesuu

Narva's new urban plan provides for a tramway to improve public transport to Narva-Jõesuu.

Feb 11 • 06:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Semovi CdMx reaches agreement with the Alliance of Tram Workers regarding salaries

The City of Mexico's Mobility Secretariat has reached an agreement with the Alliance of Tram Workers to adjust the minimum salary scale across different levels in the organization.

Feb 11 • 01:40 UTC

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