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A collision between a train and a passenger car at a level crossing in Vila Nova da Barquinha killed the car driver on Thursday night. Emergency operations involving around 30 responders and 13 vehicles briefly suspended rail services along the Beira Baixa Line (Linha da Beira Baixa). Civil Protection (Proteção Civil) confirmed that rail traffic resumed following the conclusion of recovery efforts.
The programme includes four UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters, with the second aircraft scheduled to arrive in the second quarter of 2027, the third in the fourth quarter, and the final one in the first quarter of 2028.
The Minister of National Defence, Nuno Melo, aims to begin implementing a short-term voluntary military service programme in 2027, intended for young people who wish to experience military life without committing to a career in the Armed Forces. In an interview with Público/Renascença, the minister also justifies the choice of Tancos to host the...
The association argues that regional companies should be given the conditions to integrate into new value chains associated with the aeronautical sector.
The project represents an opportunity for economic revitalisation, creation of skilled jobs, attraction of investment and population retention in a municipality that has suffered the effects of reorganisation.
The position follows the Government's announcement on Wednesday of a 500 million euro investment by Lufthansa in a pilot school in Tancos, as part of the partial privatisation of TAP.
The 7th International Conference “Order of the Temple, Spiritual Chivalry and Templarism” begins this Friday and will last for three days in Vila Nova da Barquinha.
The ministry overseen by Nuno Melo points out that other military airfields in Portugal already allow for civil use to varying degrees.
The 500 million euro investment involves establishing a pilot training school at the Tancos airbase. The project could create jobs and bring new opportunities to the interior region, says Ricardo Oliveira.
Lufthansa has committed to establishing a pilot training facility in Tancos, as reported in the 6 PM TAP news briefing.
Manuel Mourato, mayor of Vila Nova da Barquinha, welcomes the opening of the Tancos airfield to civil aviation. He highlights the dynamism it brings to the region, but awaits clarification from the Government at a meeting yet to be scheduled.
The proposal from the German group, which was chosen for TAP, includes the establishment of a pilot school at the Tancos military airfield, involving the use of the runway for civil flights as well. The state will be a partner.
In addition to the financial consideration of 1.2 billion euros for 49.9% of TAP, which is higher than the rival bid from Air France-KLM, Lufthansa has committed to the Portuguese Government to expand the Portuguese airline's fleet to 130 aircraft after 2035, an increase of 30 compared to the current fleet. The Germans will also develop a school of...
An analysis of Lufthansa's expansion into Portugal, focusing on their investments in aircraft, maintenance operations and a new training school located in Tancos.
Lufthansa proposes the construction of a new airstrip in Tancos as a strategic project for Portugal.
This is one of the major novelties in the Lufthansa proposal to acquire TAP
A payment of 1.2 billion for half of the company, 130 aircraft for TAP, and a pilot school in Tancos were decisive
An accident at a level crossing resulted in one death in Vila Nova da Barquinha. The victim is the driver of the car that was struck by a train.
A car was struck while crossing the level crossing.
Lisbon, 09 Oct 2026 (Lusa) -- Circulation on the Beira Baixa Line, in Vila Nova da Barquinha, resumed at 04:00, after having been interrupted due to a collision between a light vehicle and a train that resulted in one death, according to civil protection.
Traffic on the Beira Baixa Line in Vila Nova da Barquinha resumed at 4:00 am, after having been interrupted due to a collision between a light vehicle and a train that resulted in one death, according to civil protection authorities.
A car was struck while crossing the level crossing.
The car ended up trapped under the train, and the driver's death was declared at the scene. Additionally, the Finance Minister believes the country's accounts are robust and capable of facing a potential crisis.
The Secretary of State for Forests announces an initiative to curb agricultural losses and road accidents. The strategy and covered territories will be revealed soon.
The measure seeks to address problems reported in different regions of the country.
The Government will begin a pilot project during the October hunting season to control the wild boar population in areas considered most problematic, announced the Secretary of State for Forests, Rui Ladeira, this Friday. “It will start during this October hunting season,” Rui Ladeira told Lusa on the sidelines of the awards ceremony.
On September 26th and 27th, Almourol Castle will host various immersive activities, such as the recreation of a night-time assault on the castle and living statues. There are also activities for children.
The Ministry of National Defence has awarded 230,000 euros in compensation to the parents of Sergeant Ismael José Silva Lamela, who died following a parachuting accident in Tancos. According to the order signed by the Secretary of State for National Defence, Nuno Pinheiro Torres, the amount is based on 250 times the national minimum wage at the time of the soldier's death. As the 23-year-old had no descendants or designated beneficiaries, the compensation goes to his parents as his sole heirs. The investigation concluded that the death occurred in the line of duty.
Lara Martins, aged 16, qualifies for the European Canoe Championships, representing both Portugal and the town of Barquinha.
Lara Martins has been selected to compete for the Portuguese national team in the upcoming European Canoe Championship.
Gabriel Moreira was detained for more than two years, eventually being acquitted due to lack of evidence.
