Transport and communications
News on the transport sector, infrastructure investments, logistics, telecommunications, and connectivity development.
The Vice Prime Minister Karadjov Presents an Ambitious Plan for the Modernization of the Railway Infrastructure in Northern Bulgaria
The Deputy Prime Minister Grozdan Karadjov, responsible for transport and communications, revealed details about a large-scale plan for the construction of three new railway tunnels through the Stara Planina mountain. The projects will be implemented through public-private partnership and will connect Northern and Southern Bulgaria in an effective transportation network.
Road repairs impose temporary traffic restrictions on the Trakia Motorway.
On June 25th from 7 to 19 hours, the traffic in the direction of Burgas at the 288th kilometer of the "Trakia" motorway will be directed to the overtaking lane. The reason is the performance of repair work on the roadway in the Yambol area. The Road Infrastructure Agency calls on drivers to drive carefully, to observe the restrictions and not to use the emergency lanes to accelerate the traffic.
Repair activities on the Trakia Motorway in Plovdiv region require temporary changes in traffic.
From June 25 to 27, repair activities will be carried out on a section of the Trakia Motorway between km 126 and km 129 in Plovdiv region. This necessitates temporary changes in the organization of traffic, including restrictions for heavy vehicles. The Road Infrastructure Agency urges drivers to follow the rules and avoid risky maneuvers to ensure the safety of all road users.
The Trakia Motorway with traffic restrictions for mowing vegetation
On June 25, from 5 am to 1 pm, there will be changes in the organization of traffic on Trakia Motorway between km 69 and km 78 in the direction of Sofia. The restrictions are related to the need to mow vegetation in the central divider and on the roadsides of the motorway.
Repair activities on "Zahary Stoyanov" Boulevard temporarily restrict traffic.
Construction and repair work on the asphalt pavement of Zahary Stoyanov Boulevard in Sofia will begin. Certain sections of the street will be partially closed to vehicle traffic from June 25 to July 4, 2025, during the time frame from 9:00 to 16:00 hours. Residents must comply with the temporary traffic organization that will be implemented in the area.
Repair activities restrict traffic on Hemus Motorway on June 25
On June 25, from 8 am to 7 pm, traffic will be restricted in the direction of Sofia in the active lane at the 65th kilometer of the Hemus Motorway due to pavement restoration. The Road Agency calls on drivers to be cautious and to comply with the restrictions to ensure the safety of all road users.
The Road Infrastructure Agency announces a tender for a project to bypass the Kresna Gorge.
The Road Infrastructure Agency announced a public procurement procedure for the development of a conceptual design that will provide an alternative route for the Struma motorway in the section between Simitli and Kresna, outside the Kresna Gorge. The aim is to divert the transit traffic from the sensitive natural area and preserve the existing route of road I-1 (E79) as a local road.
Burgasbus restores the normal route of line No. 12 in the Izgrev neighborhood.
The transport company "Burgasbus" EOOD announces that from June 25, 2025, the regular route of bus line No. 12 in the residential complex "Izgrev" will be restored. The buses will run along Nikola Petkov Blvd. and Dimitar Avramov St., stopping at the Nikola Petkov and Izgrev, bl. 39 stops.
New standards for ground handling at Sofia Airport "Vasil Levski" are being introduced.
The General Directorate "Civil Aviation Administration" (GDCA) introduces mandatory quality standards for ground handling services at Sofia "Vasil Levski" Airport. The company "Swissport Bulgaria" AD temporarily loses its license for these activities until it remedies the violations found.
Road maintenance on Hemus Motorway – traffic restrictions for safety
On June 24, roadside vegetation will be removed along the Hemus Motorway between kilometer 0 and kilometer 8. There will be gradual traffic restrictions in both directions to ensure the safety of travelers. Drivers are urged to drive carefully and obey the rules.
Burgas offers expansion of air links with the United Kingdom
The mayor of Burgas, Dimitar Nikolov, discussed with the British ambassador Nathanael Copsey opportunities for expanding air connectivity between Burgas and the United Kingdom. The focus was on the growing interest of British students in medical and pharmaceutical education in the city, as well as British citizens who have chosen to live in Burgas and the region.
Repair activities on the Trakia Motorway in five regions until June 26
From June 24 to 26, repair work will be carried out on various sections of the Trakia Motorway in the regions of Sofia, Pazardzhik, Plovdiv, Stara Zagora and Yambol. Traffic will be restricted and rerouted, and for the safety of travelers, careful driving and compliance with the restrictions are appealed for.
Temporary restrictions for heavy trucks in Northern Bulgaria due to hot weather
Due to the expected high temperatures over 35 degrees, from June 24 to 27, the movement of trucks over 20 tons will be restricted on key road sections in 9 regions of Northern Bulgaria. The measure has been taken to minimize the risks of road surface deformations and to ensure the safety of travelers.
Temporary restriction of traffic on the "Hemus" motorway for pavement repair
On June 24, traffic will be restricted in the active lane in the direction of Sofia between km 71 and km 73 of the Hemus Motorway due to necessary repair work on the asphalt surface. Drivers are urged to drive carefully and obey the restrictions.
Replacement of the sewage system closes a key street in the city center
Repair of the sewerage network on "Georgi Shagulov" Street in the city center is starting. This will lead to the temporary closure of a section of the street for motor vehicle traffic in the period June 23 - July 7, 2025.