Latest news and stories about mobility in government in Portugal for expats and residents.
ECO's 'Requested Records' series examines the progress of Livre's proposal for a National Mobility Pass, evaluating its potential for approval in the upcoming state budget negotiations.
MUBi has formally rejected the Automobile Club of Portugal's proposed Highway Code reforms, labeling them a regression for sustainable urban mobility.
The panel moderated by Anselmo Crespo features the participation of Thomas Ableman, a transport consultant, Luísa Ferreira, a member of the Board of Directors of Lisbon Metropolitan Transport, Miguel Casaca, president of Cascais Próxima, and Nuno Lago de Carvalho, CCO of CaetanoBus.
The government recalled that the focus is on “sustainable, intelligent, digital, safe and inclusive mobility, in line with the European Green Deal and the European Union's Strategy for Sustainable and Smart Mobility.”
Mozambique states that the CPLP has “consolidated itself as a relevant actor on the international stage.” It also considers mobility between members to be an “instrument of great political and social reach.”
Luís Filipe Menezes argues that Porto has a “serious mobility problem”
Socialists criticise the inertia of the Gaia executive regarding the Unir network and the missed deadline for presenting mobility solutions, which had been promised for the end of 2025.
At the 43rd PSD Congress, Luís Montenegro announced that the Cascais Line, which runs through Cascais, Oeiras, and Lisbon, will be the first in the country to be sub-concessioned.
Nuno Piteira Lopes expressed satisfaction with the sub-concession of the Cascais Line. The mayor advocates for free travel for those who live and work in the municipality.
Cape Verdean minister argues that the CPLP “fulfilled its functions” despite limitations and calls for a debate on the future of the organisation, pointing to challenges in mobility, funding, and cooperation.
A delegation states that the new regulatory framework provides a chance to update and improve public transport systems across Portugal.
At issue is the Territorial Continuity Mechanism law, which will now be referred to as the territorial continuity mechanism, no longer being dependent on the beneficiaries' contribution status or the submission of receipts.
The Mondego Mobility System, which currently operates with electric buses in Coimbra, Lousã, and Miranda do Corvo, could be expanded, according to Minister Pinto Luz.
On the day that Metro Mondego recorded one million validations since the system became paid, with demand 20% higher than expected, the Minister of Infrastructure announced that the Government is already discussing the expansion of the Mondego Mobility System (SMM), which is supported by the Coimbra municipality.
The Porto Municipal Assembly has approved a proposal for free public transport for city residents throughout the metropolitan area, with an estimated annual cost of 20.5 million euros. While the executive aims to implement the measure this summer, it is officially scheduled for January 1, 2027. The proposal passed with opposition from Chega and abstentions from the CDU and the 'Filipe Araújo: Fazer à Porto' municipal group. Mayor Pedro Duarte acknowledged the need to improve collective transport services and hopes the initiative will drive a paradigm shift in mobility, despite concerns regarding technical and financial sustainability raised by various political parties.
Defending free transport limited to a single municipality, even if it is a central one, corresponds to a reductive reading of contemporary mobility.
The president of the PSD in Madeira states that the deputies elected for the Autonomous Region constituency may become independent in the Assembly of the Republic.
The communists believe that the changes to the SSM approved on Friday do not resolve the 'right to mobility at prices compatible' with the income of the Azoreans.
Cristina Pinto Dias, Secretary of State for Mobility, explains why Portugal is experiencing “the most demanding decade” in the sector, how the country can combat mobility poverty, and why the integration of ticketing is the decisive step to transform the passenger experience. Listen here to the Expresso mobility podcast, Mobi Boom, hosted by Luís Costa.
The President of the Republic has promulgated the creation of the Mobility and Transport Fund, but has already issued a warning to the Government regarding the “adequate funding” of municipalities and inter-municipal communities.
The legislation aims to prevent 'the existence of territorial inequalities', states the National Association of Portuguese Municipalities. Seguro warned of the need for 'adequate financing'.
The Porto City Council approved this Tuesday, with the PS councillors voting against, the amendment of the STCP Serviços statutes to make it exclusive to the city, following the intention to transform it into a municipal mobility company. On the sidelines of the executive's private meeting, the socialist Manuel Pizarro justified the vote against...
Acknowledging the “relevance to road safety and mobility management,” the local authority is considering a study recommended by the municipal assembly. Speed limits could increase on some roads.
Sintra Council has approved the expansion of paid parking to beach areas, increased rates for car parks and limited-duration zones, and introduced monthly permits for tourism operators. The measure, announced on Wednesday, March 11, aims to manage parking pressure in urban areas and tourist hotspots. The new tariffs, effective from April 1, have faced criticism from opposition parties, who argue the move lacks a comprehensive mobility strategy and negatively impacts residents and local businesses. Mayor Marco Almeida defended the decision, citing the need for better space management and promising future plans for additional parking capacity.
The Sintra City Council approved during an executive meeting the launch of a public tender for the studies and designs of the future Cacém Western Bypass, involving an investment of over two million euros. The municipality notes that this is a project that is “a priority for mobility, efficiency, and quality of life in the municipality.”
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On Thursday the Government approved, at a Council of Ministers meeting, a package of mobility measures to “fill the legal vacuum in the supervision and licensing of modes of transport.” The Institute of Mobility and Transport (IMT) will become the licensing and supervisory authority for several modes of transport, including lifts and funiculars. This ...
A petition by passengers concerned about mobility in the Lisbon Metropolitan Area denounces “frequent delays, train cancellations, overcrowding and serious failures in passenger information”.
With a total of 491.3 million euros allocated in the budget for 2026, the Porto City Council has an additional 41.3 million euros (9.2%) to spend compared to 2025. Housing, environment, and mobility (totaling 131 million euros) are the areas with the largest financial allocation in the document that will be voted on this Tuesday.
