High-speed rail: Barreiro is not a periphery, it's strategy
Locating a high-speed rail station in Barreiro should be viewed not as a political concession but as a strategic, evidence-led decision in national spatial planning. A station there would strengthen public transport links across the Tagus, rebalance regional development, integrate the south bank into the Alta Velocidade network and deliver long‑term economic and mobility benefits that align with coherent infrastructure and urban‑planning objectives.
Intercidades train held at Coimbra station after passenger suffered psychotic episode
The passenger was admitted to the University of Coimbra Hospitals after the authorities were alerted.
Consortium including an Iberia company wins ground-handling contracts at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports
Meanwhile, quoted by the newspaper Eco, Menzies Aviation confirms that it “was formally notified of ANAC's final decision” and stresses its disagreement with the jury's choice.
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New Évora–Caia railway line to be operational in early 2027
The Minister of Infrastructure says that signalling and safety certification are still pending.
New airport. ANA submitted an environmental report to the Government
The concessionaire bidding for the Luís de Camões airport in Alcochete presented the study carried out by more than 60 specialised technicians on the infrastructure required for the construction.
Évora–Spain line ready, but trains only at the end of the year
Signalling and safety certification still need to be completed before freight and passenger services can start; the works cost nearly €460 million. The journey takes thirty minutes.
Douro Line: woman killed after being struck by a train
Both directions of the railway were closed after a train struck a woman, who died. Service on the line was later restored with restrictions, operating on a single track.
TVDE drivers to protest next week, disruptions expected for Uber and Bolt journeys
The protest will take place from Monday until 24 January, between 07:00 and 10:00. TVDE drivers (individual paid passenger transport in unmarked vehicles booked via an electronic platform) will go offline on Uber on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and on Bolt on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Évora–Spain railway finished, services only later this year
The government says works on the Évora–border with Spain railway are complete and the largest substation for the overhead line is operational, but regular passenger services will only start at the end of this year or in early 2027. Officials described the milestone as historic while warning that operational and timetable readiness remain to be finalised. Cross‑border travellers and regional commuters should not expect trains to run until official timetables are released later in the year.
Porto metro faces service restrictions due to strike at maintenance provider
The effects of the strike may still be felt for a few more days.
EasyJet warns Lisbon airport must improve before adding capacity
EasyJet Portugal’s director‑general warned that Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport (Aeroporto Humberto Delgado) is operating at or near capacity and needs operational improvements before flight numbers increase, describing current performance as among the worst in Europe for delays. The remarks stress the risk that adding flights without fixing delays and resilience could worsen passenger disruption. Travellers should allow extra connection time, monitor flight status and expect capacity debates to shape summer schedules and fares.
Humberto Delgado Airport is Lisbon's main airport (the Aeroporto Humberto Delgado), serving as Portugal's busiest international gateway and handling roughly 30 million passengers in the pre-pandemic period. For travellers and residents it matters because capacity and operational issues there directly affect flight delays, connections and the availability of routes.
Portela is the common local name for Humberto Delgado Airport (Aeroporto Humberto Delgado), so media references to Portela point to Lisbon's main airport and its operational limits. When reports cite Portela's delays or capacity problems, that means impacts on flight punctuality and route availability for people travelling to or from the capital.
Easyjet hopes to expand in Lisbon following TAP reprivatisation
The managing director of easyJet Portugal believes TAP’s reprivatisation will lead to the release of slots at Lisbon airport – which his company will want to take up. In an The post Easyjet hopes to expand in Lisbon following TAP reprivatisation appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Ghost trains
Train travel has become a nightmare because of the number of passengers and the difficulty of getting a seat on Intercidades trains, which require a mandatory seat reservation.
Porto Airport to get more flights and TAP to start maintenance operations
TAP will invest €20 million to put Porto on the maintenance map of the Portuguese carrier. NAV is expected to give the green light to increase aircraft movements per hour from 24 to 26 by the end of the year.
Pinto Luz visits railway project now six years behind schedule
Completion of the Évora–Elvas line has been slipping and has already seen three launch events and two government visits.
Traffic restrictions on IC19 from 16 to 18 January
Traffic will be restricted on the IC19 between 16 and 18 January.
Avenida D. Carlos I in Porto closed from 7:00pm
The Porto district is under a yellow warning from 09:00 this Thursday until 18:00 due to heavy, persistent rain. Traffic will be allowed as soon as “sea conditions permit”.
PSP schedule ‘protest rally’ at Lisbon Airport
No matter what the improvements of border controls at Lisbon Airport, January 29 looks like being a ‘bad day’ for passengers to pick for any journeys: ASPP/ PSP – the The post PSP schedule ‘protest rally’ at Lisbon Airport appeared first on Portugal Resident.
2h. Government to assess expansion of Porto Airport
The working group is expected to meet to assess whether an expansion of Porto Airport could have a positive impact on the region. Also, a new poll places Seguro and Ventura in the second round.
Government wants to move forward with a working group for the expansion of Porto Airport
The Government, led by Infrastructure and Housing Minister Miguel Pinto Luz, plans to establish a working group to study expansion options for Francisco Sá Carneiro (Porto) Airport in response to sustained growth in air traffic. The group will assess operational, environmental and regional impacts — aiming to avoid the noise and congestion problems experienced at Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport — and to inform infrastructure, transport and investment decisions for the Porto metropolitan area.
CP considers adjustments to the rail pass to address 'ghost trips' on Intercidades
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is weighing changes to a recent rail pass after operators say more than 50,000 monthly users are increasing demand on regional services and Intercidades trains. The operator cites so-called “ghost trips” — journeys that distort load figures — together with roughly 20% of its fleet temporarily sidelined, creating capacity pressure and service disruption. CP is considering adjustments to the pass to better manage demand, reduce distorted ridership patterns and relieve stress on constrained Intercidades services.
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