Transport and communications
News on the transport sector, infrastructure investments, logistics, telecommunications, and connectivity development.
Bulgaria's Railway Crisis: 70 Wagons Will Be Missing
Bulgaria's railway network is facing a crisis of wagon shortages, with the deficit expected to reach 70 by the end of the year. The problem is related to outdated rolling stock.
Repairs in the Trayanovi Vrata tunnel: Traffic on the Trakia motorway will be restricted
Upcoming repairs in the Trayanovi Vrata tunnel on the Trakia motorway will restrict traffic on the night of September 9th and 10th in the direction of Sofia.
Modernization of the Railway Network: Elin Pelin - Kostenets Tunnel Excavated
The National Railway Infrastructure Company has completed the excavation of a new tunnel on the Elin Pelin - Kostenets route, a key stage in the modernization of the railway network in Bulgaria.
Danube Bridge: Two-way traffic opens on the renovated lane
After repairs, the Danube Bridge near Ruse is moving to a new stage, with two-way traffic being introduced on the renovated lane towards Bulgaria.
Average Speed Control: New Rules for 22 Risky Sections
The National Toll Administration is introducing average speed control on 22 risky road sections starting September 6. The goal is to reduce accidents.
Traffic changes on the Struma Motorway due to nighttime maintenance
Traffic on the Struma Motorway in the «Malo Buchino» tunnel towards Sofia will be stopped tonight for maintenance, with traffic rerouted in both directions.
Heavy Traffic at the Borders: Delays, Repairs, and Closed Roads
Intense traffic and delays are observed at the Kapitan Andreevo border checkpoint and the borders with Romania. There are closed roads and ongoing repair work.
Changes at Burgasbus for September 6: timetables and working hours
Burgasbus announces changes to timetables and ticket office working hours for September 6. See which points will be open and what the schedule is.
Repair of Trakia Motorway and Trayanovi Vrata Tunnel for Two Consecutive Nights
_Trakia_ Motorway will be temporarily closed at night for the repair of the Trayanovi Vrata Tunnel in the direction of Burgas. Traffic will be two-way in the opposite tube.
Burgasbus stops bus line 17A connecting Meden Rudnik and Kraimorie
The municipal carrier "Burgasbus" is discontinuing bus line 17A for the autumn-winter season due to reduced demand. The line connected the Meden Rudnik residential complex with the Kraimorie neighborhood.
Derailed Train near Kalitinovo: Incident on the Burgas-Sofia Railway Line
A passenger train derailed near Kalitinovo, close to Stara Zagora. There are no reports of casualties, but the incident caused a disruption in traffic.
Changes to Pomorie Public Transport: New Routes and Schedules
Starting September 1, 2025, changes to bus lines 1, 2, and 4 will come into effect in Pomorie, affecting routes and schedules.
IARA Buys New Patrol Boats for Enhanced Maritime Control
IARA will acquire seven new patrol boats for 2.9 million leva under a European project to enhance control over fisheries and the protection of the Black Sea.
Upgrading the Plovdiv-Burgas Railway Lines: Zimnitsa and Straldzha Stations
The rehabilitation of the Zimnitsa and Straldzha railway stations has been completed, increasing the safety and speed of train traffic on the Plovdiv-Burgas line.
Traffic at the Border: Difficulties at Kapitan Andreevo and Kalotina
Difficult traffic and queues at the Kapitan Andreevo and Kalotina border crossing points. The Oryahovo – Bechet ferry is suspended, and the Rudozem – Xanthi road is closed.