Transport and communications
News on the transport sector, infrastructure investments, logistics, telecommunications, and connectivity development.
The first new Alstom Coradia Stream trains have arrived in Bulgaria
The first 12 out of 35 new Alstom "Coradia Stream" electric trains have arrived in Bulgaria. They have successfully passed acceptance procedures and are beginning testing.
Attention drivers: Traffic changes on the Hemus and Trakia motorways until August 13
From August 10 to 13, temporary traffic arrangements will be in place on the Hemus and Trakia motorways due to vegetation clearing. See which sections to avoid.
Sofia invests 367 million euros in new public transport and infrastructure
The Sofia Municipality is planning a large-scale modernization worth 367 million euros through new debt. See which projects for new buses, trams, and street repairs are prioritized.
Burning car hinders traffic on the Trakia motorway near Yambol
Traffic on the Trakia motorway towards Sofia is being regulated by the traffic police following an incident involving a burning car. There were no injuries reported.
Attention! Traffic changes on Trakia Motorway due to repair works
From August 10 to 13, temporary traffic management is being introduced on Trakia Motorway in the Sofia and Sliven regions due to vegetation clearing and drainage ditch maintenance.
Partial state of emergency in Pernik: Road to gas station collapsed
A partial state of emergency has been declared in Pernik due to the collapse of a municipal road leading to a strategic gas distribution station in the Iztok district. See the measures being taken.
Attention drivers: Traffic on the road to Greece via Makaza is changing
Temporary traffic organization is being introduced on road I-5 in the area of Chernoochene due to roadworks. Find out when and where the road will be narrowed.
Intense traffic at Kapitan Andreevo: Current information on border crossings
Heavy traffic at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint. See the current situation at the borders with Romania, Greece, Serbia, and the Republic of North Macedonia, including updates on ferry services.
Traffic restored on Trakia Motorway following major fire near Pazardzhik
Traffic on the Trakia Motorway near the 69th kilometer has been fully restored in both directions. Restrictions were lifted after the fire near the Velingrad turnoff was brought under control.
Attention drivers: Traffic changes on the Trakia and Hemus motorways next week
The Road Infrastructure Agency has announced temporary traffic restrictions on the Trakia and Hemus motorways between August 11 and 13 due to the replacement of toll cameras. See which sections will be affected.
Attention drivers: Heavy truck traffic on motorways to be restricted on Fridays and Sundays
The Road Infrastructure Agency is introducing temporary restrictions for trucks over 12 tons on the Trakia and Struma motorways, as well as the road through the Kresna Gorge, to ensure greater safety for travelers.
Attention! Traffic changes on Hemus and Struma motorways due to repairs
Traffic in the Topli Dol tunnel on the Hemus motorway and at the Daskalovo junction is restricted tonight for cleaning. See the temporary traffic organization.
Border traffic today: Heavy traffic at Kalotina border crossing
Check the current situation at Bulgarian border crossings. Heavy traffic at Kalotina, normal passage through the borders with Greece, Turkey, Romania, and North Macedonia.
Attention drivers! Traffic changes on the Trakia motorway on August 6
Temporary traffic organization will be implemented on the Trakia motorway in the Sofia region on August 6. See which sections will be restricted due to repair works.
Attention drivers: Traffic changes on the Trakia motorway today
Today, from 07:00 to 13:00, traffic on sections of the Trakia motorway in the Sofia region will be restricted due to repair work and vegetation clearing.