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Brno is set to replace its 50-year-old tram depot with a new facility costing over a billion Czech crowns.

The Metro in Brazil has commenced construction on the Dutra station in Guarulhos, marking the first metro station to be built outside São Paulo city proper.

New York City's Metro is set to undergo a massive renovation with the approval of a capital plan for 2025-2029, aiming to purchase up to 2,390 new cars to replace aging units.

Kenya and Uganda have launched a new phase of the Standard Gauge Railway, aimed at enhancing regional transport and integrating East Africa's economies.

The Rodalies train service in Spain is facing a significant operational crisis, with malfunctioning screens and public announcement systems causing confusion among passengers.

The MTA, in partnership with Governor Kathy Hochul, has announced a record investment plan to modernize New York's metro system, replacing nearly 40% of the train cars to enhance passenger safety and travel experience.

A new transportation bill by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport is set for discussion and voting in the Greek Parliament next Monday, amidst ongoing taxi strike protests organized by SAT.

Benjamin Netanyahu suggests a new energy infrastructure that would transport oil and gas to Europe via Israel amidst escalating conflicts in the Middle East.

The European Commission has allocated €614 million (about CZK 15 billion) to Czechia from a special recovery fund to mitigate the effects of the economic crisis, assisting various projects in housing, sustainable mobility, and infrastructure.

The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism plans to investigate the operational practices of protest boats in Henoko following the tragic capsizing that resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

The second phase of the Indore Metro project has completed its final test, with commercial operations expected to begin shortly after receiving clearance from the safety commissioner.

Luleå's bus station, Loet, is set to undergo improvements to become a welcoming and secure meeting place for travelers and locals alike.

This article presents a summary of news updates from Estonia, including reports of a Russian unit reportedly encircled, a government advisor losing their job over a gambling tax mishap, and train traffic disruptions due to infrastructure failures.

The construction of a docking station for small boats on the Baťa Canal in Hodonín is in its final stages, enhancing local transport and tourism.

An open meeting on the transportation plan will be held by the Infrastructure and Transport Committee of the Althing, with Minister Eyjólfur Ármannsson attending to discuss the prioritization of road tunnels.

The Polish government is processing grant applications for the financing of intelligent tachographs in trucks, with over 16,000 companies applying for funding for 94,649 vehicles.

Train traffic at Balti Station in Tallinn was halted for hours due to a software failure in the Estonian Railways traffic management system.

Train traffic at Balti Station in Tallinn was halted early Thursday morning due to a failure in the Estonian Railway's traffic management software.

The Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is set to investigate the operational circumstances surrounding two ships involved in a fatal accident off the coast of Henoko, Okinawa, where two people died.

Japan's shipbuilding industry faces turmoil amidst plans for major reinvestment and impending reorganization.

The Marambaia BRT station in Belém, Brazil, has been non-operational for over two months due to vandalism, adversely impacting public transport users who now face longer wait times and safety concerns.

A proposal for establishing a government-owned infrastructure company to expedite major transport projects was presented, with no immediate plans for toll collection despite previous discussions.

The reopening of Metro Českomoravská in Prague comes with operational restrictions due to an upcoming figure skating championship.

Recent data on public transport usage in the Czech Republic indicates a positive living environment.

Hellenic Train announced the resumption of railway services in the Evros region, starting from March 18 and 19, 2026, after an update from the Greek Railways Infrastructure Manager.

The Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency forecasts an early onset of the mudslide season, impacting forestry operations and leading to layoff warnings in the industry.

Ecuador's Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Roberto Luque, raised concerns over the 30-year extension of road concession contracts in Guayas, citing a lack of technical information and transparency in the negotiations led by the Prefecture.

The Ecuadorian Infrastructure and Transport Minister announced the ministry's intention to assume responsibility for the construction of the fifth bridge's road segments 4 and 5 after the termination of a previous agreement with the Prefecture due to lack of progress.

This article discusses a reform request concerning the Guayaquil Airport Foundation in Ecuador.

Saga prefecture leads Japan in the rise of land prices, particularly in industrial areas, with a recorded increase of 12.4% over the past year according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Significant funding is allocated for improvements to educational facilities and public transport in Prague.

A report from the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency recommends against continuing the planning of the Pori–Parkano–Haapamäki railway due to high costs and low demand for both freight and passenger transport.

Iran has launched over 1,900 drones and missiles towards the United Arab Emirates since the war commenced, primarily targeting critical transport and energy infrastructure.

The National Department of Transport Infrastructure in Brazil has declared an emergency on five wooden bridges on the BR-222 highway following an incident with one of them.

Prague's Dvorecký Bridge, designated for public transport, walking, and cycling, will officially open on April 18, with a public ceremony the day before.

The Bavarian Parliament plans to closely monitor the condition, expansion, and renovation of train tracks in Bavaria through a new oversight body after discussions with railway chief Evelyn Palla.

Trams will begin trial runs on Finland's longest bridge, the Kruunuvuorensilta, starting March 17.

The Kenyan government is set to begin the construction of a 369-kilometer extension of the Standard Gauge Railway from Naivasha to Kisumu, aimed at boosting regional trade and transport.

A Russian drone strike on Kharkiv resulted in one injury and damaged transport infrastructure in the city.

The Cuenca-Molleturo-El Empalme road has partially reopened following a significant landslide, with ongoing cleanup efforts and traffic management in place.

In February, Lithuania registered 1,227 new passenger electric vehicles, indicating a growing trend towards electrification in the country's transport sector.

Munich's public transport chief highlights the increasing recognition of the value of well-developed public transportation by even the most skeptical local politicians, emphasizing that investment in public transport yields significant economic returns.

The Sozoranga-Macará road in Ecuador is closed due to landslides, with cleaning operations currently underway by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport.

A section of BR-474 in Caratinga collapsed recently, prompting action from local authorities and the National Department of Transport Infrastructure.

The City of Rio de Janeiro has inaugurated the Margaridas terminal, which connects local buses from Baixada Fluminense with the BRT system.

A new bill aimed at modernizing transport systems in Greece will be examined by the Parliament's relevant committee on March 17.

A feasibility study for constructing a new civilian runway at Cheongju International Airport will take place in the latter half of this year, as announced by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport.

Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has issued new guidelines to ensure there are more women's toilets than men's in public facilities, aiming to reduce waiting times for women.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport in South Korea will conduct a review of public housing prices from the 18th to the 6th of the next month, maintaining the same market reflection rate as last year.

Severe deterioration of the Rubí train tunnel is expected to cause a two-month collapse of freight traffic in Catalonia due to urgent repair works.