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Yemen Reports Four Deaths in Red Sea Attack

Yemen's transport ministry has reported that four people were killed in an attack in the Red Sea. Details about the nature of the attack and those responsible are still emerging.

Drulă Responds to Grindeanu's Transport Ministry Claims
Politicshotnews22d ago

Drulă Responds to Grindeanu's Transport Ministry Claims

Cătălin Drulă reacted strongly after Sorin Grindeanu referred to him as an 'informal minister' at Transport, accusing Grindeanu of agitated behavior and hallucinations. Drulă's message to the PSD leader included accusations of 'classic withdrawal symptoms'.

Romanian Transport Ministry Director Fired Over 'Chocolate Workshop'
Politicshotnews26d ago

Romanian Transport Ministry Director Fired Over 'Chocolate Workshop'

The interim Minister of Transport, Radu Miruță, announced the dismissal of the director of the National Center for Railway Qualification and Training (CENAFER) after an inspection revealed she had set up a 'chocolate workshop' in the institution's headquarters. The Minister also dispatched a control body for further investigation.

Greek Government Announces Cabinet Reshuffle
Politicsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1protothema-en2mo ago4 sources

Greek Government Announces Cabinet Reshuffle

The Greek government announced a cabinet reshuffle, with new appointments including George Kotsiras as Deputy Minister of Transport, Markopoulos as Deputy Finance Minister, and Chatzivasileiou as Deputy Foreign Minister. The opposition criticized the changes as a recycling of individuals and balances.

Malaysia Extends Madani30 Train Discount Promotion
Businessmalay-mail3mo ago

Malaysia Extends Madani30 Train Discount Promotion

Malaysia's Transport Ministry has extended the 30 percent discount offered under the Madani30 promotional code for Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) ETS and ERT services until May 14, following a strong public response.

Bus drivers plan two-hour strike over safety concerns
Politicscyprus-mail4mo ago

Bus drivers plan two-hour strike over safety concerns

Bus drivers will be staging a two-hour work stoppage on March 27, from 9am till 11am, to protest warning signals they said put drivers and passengers alike in danger, their unions SEK and PEO announced on Tuesday. The stoppage follows repeated interventions and warnings to the transport ministry regarding problems caused by lights installed at […]

South Korean Plane Crash in 2024 Blamed on Cost-Cutting, Killing 179
WorldSCMPaktuality-skjapan-times+1channel-news-asia5mo ago4 sources

South Korean Plane Crash in 2024 Blamed on Cost-Cutting, Killing 179

A South Korean state auditor's report revealed that the transport ministry prioritized cost-cutting over safety for more than two decades, approving improper airport safety structures, which contributed to a Jeju Air crash that killed 179 people at Muan Airport.

Ministry proposes raising minimum scooter driving age as 3 dead since 2019
Politicsin-cyprus5mo ago

Ministry proposes raising minimum scooter driving age as 3 dead since 2019

The Transport Ministry has proposed adopting Germany’s marking system for electric scooters to curb reckless use, avoiding the need for a costly device registry. Senior ministry official Afroditi Kofterou told a parliamentary committee there is no uniform European approach to scooter problems, with each country using its own system. After consulting stakeholders, the ministry proposes […]

NLC threatens protest in Akwa Ibom over dispatch rider permit
WorldPremium Times1mo ago

NLC threatens protest in Akwa Ibom over dispatch rider permit

The Akwa Ibom chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened industrial action in response to a N100,000 permit imposed on dispatch riders, citing intimidation and unlawful motorcycle seizures by the state transport ministry.

Thailand accelerates Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project
TechnologyBangkok Post14d ago

Thailand accelerates Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project

Thailand's Ministry of Transport is speeding up construction of the first phase of the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project and preparing for bidding on the second phase, which will extend the line to Nong Khai and enhance connectivity with Laos.

Strong Winds and Rain Affect Multiple Regions, Causing Disruptions
WorldBBCdelfi-ltindex-hr+4jutarnji-listhindustan-timesukrinformdaily-mirror-lk2mo ago7 sources

Strong Winds and Rain Affect Multiple Regions, Causing Disruptions

Strong winds and rain are impacting several regions, causing disruptions such as fallen trees damaging cars in Lithuania and traffic restrictions on Croatia's Adriatic Highway. Delhi is also experiencing respite from heat with rain and strong winds, prompting an Orange alert from the IMD.

Elevator Collapses at Romanian Transport Ministry, Five Injured
Worlddigi24hvgromania-insider2mo ago3 sources

Elevator Collapses at Romanian Transport Ministry, Five Injured

An elevator carrying workers collapsed from the fourth floor at the Romanian Transport Ministry headquarters in Bucharest, resulting in five injuries. Experts are investigating the incident to determine the cause of the brake failure.

Airlines Face Flight Suspensions, Financial Strain Amid Soaring Jet Fuel Costs
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Airlines Face Flight Suspensions, Financial Strain Amid Soaring Jet Fuel Costs

Several airlines, including Air Canada and Spirit Airlines, are experiencing significant challenges due to rising jet fuel prices. Air Canada has suspended some flights, while Spirit Airlines is reportedly seeking a bailout to avoid liquidation.

Pame express service to continue despite driver shortage
Businesscyprus-mail4mo ago

Pame express service to continue despite driver shortage

Cyprus Public Transport (CPT) will continue operating the Pame Express service despite a serious shortage of professional drivers, while ongoing consultations with the transport ministry aim to find long-term solutions, it was made known on Tuesday. CPT said it accepted the ministry’s invitation to a high-priority meeting to address the driver shortage and review the […]

Police raid Transport Ministry over Jeju Air plane crash disaster
WorldKorea Heraldmyjoyonline5mo ago2 sources

Police raid Transport Ministry over Jeju Air plane crash disaster

The special police unit investigating the deadly 2024 Jeju Air plane crash conducted a search-and-seizure operation at the related government ministry to look into the causes of the accident, officials said Friday. The police said they sent officials to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport to investigate officials who worked in the Air Navigation Satellite Policy Division and the Airport Operation Division at the time of the accident. The Jeju Air aircraft collided with a concrete