Transport and communications
News on the transport sector, infrastructure investments, logistics, telecommunications, and connectivity development.
Transport Collapse: Bulgarian Trains Face Critical Shortage of Carriages
Minister Grozdan Karadzhov reveals a large-scale crisis in rail transport, caused by an acute shortage of wagons and serious logistical challenges.
Important road repairs on the Trakia Highway with new security systems
Planned activities are upcoming to renovate the protective barriers between kilometer 23 and 32 of the highway, which will be carried out without interrupting traffic.
Restrictions for heavy trucks on the Trakia Highway to improve safety
The Road Infrastructure Agency introduces new regulations for the movement of heavy vehicles on the Trakia highway, installing 36 prohibitive signs between kilometers 70 and 90 to reduce the risks of incidents.
Digital Revolution: How Technologies Are Transforming Freight Transport
The new digital platforms are radically transforming the trucking industry by connecting drivers and cargo owners through innovative technological solutions that simultaneously optimize work and pose serious challenges to the traditional business model.
A large-scale road safety campaign covers critical routes
The Road Infrastructure Agency is implementing a large-scale plan to secure high-risk road sections, with 28 out of the planned 36 road segments with a high concentration of traffic accidents already improved.
Electric Scooters: New Rules That Spark Discussions
Experts are analyzing recent legislative changes affecting electric scooters in Bulgaria, questioning the effectiveness of the introduced restrictions and their applicability in a European context.
Revolutionary Changes in the Regulation of Electric Scooters
The new road traffic bill introduces strict restrictions on electric scooter operation, aiming to increase road safety by implementing age and technical requirements.
Temporary Traffic Restrictions on Struma Highway at Daskalovo Interchange
Tomorrow, on July 17, a large-scale geodetic survey is upcoming, which will cause partial difficulties at the "Daskalovo" road junction on the Struma highway, with a recommendation for drivers to be extra cautious.
Large-scale repair of viaducts on the Sub-Balkan Road with minimal restrictions
The Road Infrastructure Agency has launched large-scale activities to restore five bridges along route I-6, ensuring continuous traffic and driver safety during construction work.
Drastic sanctions for driving on the emergency lane of highways
The new control system will detect drivers who improperly use the emergency lane, introducing strict penalties with a fine and suspension of driver's license for three months.
Temporary traffic organization in the Vitinya tunnel on the Hemus highway
The Road Infrastructure Agency informs drivers about a special passage mode through the Vitinya tunnel during ongoing repair activities, providing additional channels for obtaining up-to-date road information.
The government stimulates electric mobility with new financial incentives
The British government is introducing a new scheme for subsidizing electric vehicles, which aims to make eco-friendly cars more affordable and to encourage the transition to cleaner transportation.
High-tech control: Toll cameras connected to the police
The Ministry of Internal Affairs is introducing a modern road monitoring system that will sanction driving violations through integrated toll cameras with direct access to the police database.
Underwater Tunnels: A Revolutionary Model for Island Development
The Scottish Shetland archipelago is considering an ambitious infrastructure project, inspired by the Faroese experience of connecting islands through modern underwater tunnels, which promise economic revival and improved mobility.
Repair work on the Hemus Motorway - important changes in traffic this week
The Road Infrastructure Agency informs drivers about temporary restrictions and changes in traffic organization on the Hemus highway in the Varna region, related to current road repairs and maintenance.