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Lisbon's PS municipal deputies are pushing for an ad hoc committee to oversee the ongoing investigation into the Glória Funicular accident, as official reports face further delays one year after the tragedy.
Carris reports that safety inspections for Lisbon's historic Bica and Lavra funiculars and the Santa Justa lift remain ongoing, with operations delayed by supply chain issues and safety requirements following the Glória funicular incident.
The Glória funicular in Lisbon is set for a complete reconstruction with a reopening planned for 2029, amid ongoing legal and support challenges following a past accident.
The Portuguese government has confirmed that the transport infrastructure model for the new Lisbon airport remains under review by a multi-entity working group.
The National Association of Professional Firefighters reports that Lisbon Sapadores ambulance crews are filing waivers of responsibility amid broader concerns over INEM's operational constraints and upcoming strike actions.
Metropolitano de Lisboa has delayed the phased platform closures at the Praça de Espanha metro station by 21 days, with new dates set for August and September, as part of ongoing renovation efforts to improve service quality.
Over 70% of the building stock in the Greater Lisbon region dates back to before 1990, raising concerns regarding seismic safety and structural integrity.
Lisbon plans to launch a new rapid surface metro line by 2029 connecting Santa Apolónia to Parque das Nações, aiming to alleviate the city's chronic traffic congestion and public transport inefficiencies.
Lisbon's public transport operators, including Metropolitano de Lisboa and Transtejo, have announced significant service expansions and infrastructure upgrades, such as earlier metro hours and new ferry routes, to improve regional mobility.
The Lisbon Metro will extend its operating hours until 3:00 AM on the night of Santo António to accommodate festival-goers, though the company notes that connections are not guaranteed after the final departures.
The ongoing chaos at Lisbon Airport is a predictable consequence of decades of political inaction and a lack of infrastructure investment, highlighting a broader culture of neglect in public services that prioritizes political power struggles over the needs of travelers and taxpayers.
The Avenida Association warns that operational constraints at Lisbon Airport are damaging Portugal's tourism competitiveness and hindering foreign investment.
Passengers departing from Lisbon airport are facing renewed delays during security screening procedures.
Long queues have returned to Lisbon Airport's departures area, extending as far as the Duty Free section, marking a resurgence of congestion issues.
The Lisbon Metro Green line will suspend service between Rossio and Cais do Sodré from May 2 to May 5 due to expansion works, with full operations resuming on May 6.
The right to strike must be balanced against the public's right to freedom of movement, ensuring that labour disputes do not completely paralyze urban infrastructure.
Lisbon Metro workers have initiated a two-day strike, with no minimum services mandated by the Arbitration Court, resulting in a complete shutdown of the network.
The Lisbon Metro has announced preventive measures in response to forecasted bad weather, which may lead to delays in the opening of the Blue and Green lines on Saturday. These measures include the installation of protective barriers at critical access points and the temporary closure of access to six stations.
The arrival of Depression Marta is expected to bring heavy rain to Lisbon and Setúbal, with the most concerning period being between morning and early afternoon. Areas already facing complications may experience the worst impacts as this is the third depression to hit the region in a short span of time.
Benfica members approved the “Benfica District” project at an extraordinary General Assembly, with 59.24% voting in favour. The development — a campaign pledge of re-elected president Rui Costa — aims to transform the area around the Estádio da Luz, increase stadium capacity and will have material implications for the club's revenue streams, the local property market and urban infrastructure planning.
The Lisbon Mobility and Parking Company (EMEL) launched a new app this Tuesday for Gira, Lisbon's shared bicycle system. While there are no immediate plans to merge it with the parking app, new usage points are being added and the deposit for daily passes has been removed. Speaking to RTP Antena 1, the president of EMEL stated he expects to reactivate all vandalised stations by the end of October.
The 16E tram project in Lisbon is considered environmentally viable, provided that negative impacts are mitigated and monitored. The Portuguese Environment Agency highlighted concerns such as tree transplantation, loss of parking, and noise, while proponents emphasized benefits like a reduction of 4,800 vehicles per day and lower carbon emissions. The 11km light rail line, costing 160 million euros, aims to connect the city centre to the eastern zone in 15 to 22 minutes.
Promoters highlight that the project's implementation is an opportunity to redevelop the eastern area of Lisbon. Residents express apprehension.
A 'no entry' traffic sign, 'except for taxis', positioned on a post above a sign with a 'P' and the inscription 'TAXIS' on a faded blue background, near a row of worn grey benches slumped by a dilapidated fence, separates the 'hole' from the regular traffic arriving at Humberto Delgado Airport...
We propose an Integrated Mobility Strategy to the Lisbon City Council, in coordination with parishes, transport operators, and civil society organisations. A strategy based on six principles. Opinion piece by Pedro Henrique Aparício
The conflict between Rede Expressos and FlixBus continues, with the Sete Rios Bus Terminal at the centre of the dispute. After Rede Expressos issued a statement on Tuesday criticising the 'false accusations' of the German company and stressing that it could have been operating in Sete Rios since August, a new development has now emerged...
Taking a taxi from Humberto Delgado Airport is becoming more expensive for those travelling within Lisbon, but also less prone to disputes over the price. With the protocol that the Lisbon City Council and the two taxi associations are signing this Friday, trips within the city will now cost...
The new fare schedule comes into effect on October 15th. Only authorised vehicles will have access to the arrivals area.
