A special commission and technical services are investigating a train derailment in Wierchomla, Małopolska, where wagons fell into the Poprad River, with the train driver confirmed sober.

A dangerous incident on Polish tracks nearly resulted in two trains occupying the same track, with preliminary findings suggesting human error, specifically a train driver bypassing a stop signal, as the most probable cause.

CFR SA, Romania's national railway company, reported a serious attempt to compromise railway safety after a train driver observed three railway sleepers deliberately placed on the tracks between Dărmănești and Cacica.

A train driver dies and 100 people are injured in the crash on Friday.

A passenger train derailed near Újszász, Hungary, despite the train driver operating at a speed slower than the permitted limit.

A near-collision between two trains in Neuchâtel-Vauseyon, Switzerland, was almost caused by a communication breakdown between a German-speaking train driver and the French-speaking operations center.

Hellenic Railways is making a significant investment in upgrading staff training and operational readiness by signing two contracts for the procurement of 14 new training simulators for train drivers and station masters.

A former train driver from China created an AI-generated short film for a modest sum, leading to a job offer from Hollywood, highlighting the growing impact of AI in filmmaking.

A former train driver in China created a short film using AI technology for just US$440, earning praise from a Hollywood director and a job offer.

A historical article explores a seaside home in Baldoyle, detailing its past as the residence of a train driver known as "the cider man."

Russian forces attacked railway infrastructure in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, injuring a train driver and damaging rolling stock.

A Dutch train driver, dismissed for working another job while on sick leave for burnout, lost his lawsuit for unfair dismissal and over €100,000 in damages.

A Dutch newspaper questions whether train drivers for the national railway company NS ever oversleep, implying a discussion or investigation into punctuality or operational issues.

A train driver in the Czech Republic was found to have a blood alcohol level of nearly three per mille and is now under investigation for general endangerment, potentially facing up to five years in prison.

A colleague of train drivers has visited the site of a serious accident in northern Zealand, Denmark, expressing concern over the incident.

A train driver in southern Germany made a startling discovery when he found a box containing 20 tarantulas that had been left behind by a woman. Police were called to intervene following the unusual find.

Despite alarmist appeals from train drivers' unions, statistics from the Office of Rail Transport do not indicate a worsening of railway safety in Poland. However, there is still room for improvement.

The independentist group Junts has brought the fraud case involving Renfe train drivers to the Catalan Parliament, questioning the regional government on its awareness of the facts and its plans to prevent similar situations.

The train drivers' union (SEPE) is urging Hellenic Train to respect the SEPE recommendation and immediately re-employ a train driver, calling it another significant vindication.

A Russian drone struck a commuter train in Kharkiv Oblast, injuring the driver and his assistant, though passengers were reported unharmed.

Hellenic Train management has proposed a 63-hour work week (9 hours a day for 7 days) six months after dismissing three experienced train drivers.

The train driver involved in the Sápi train accident in November 2023 has admitted to falling asleep at the wheel but is denying criminal responsibility in court.

A train driver was dismissed from their position for performing a Nazi salute at passing trains.

A train driver's error on the Tatran express surprised experts, leading ZSSK (Slovak Railways) to intensify recruitment efforts for train drivers, particularly in western Slovakia, offering benefits like a one-time bonus.

The management of the Slovak state railway company Cargo has approved a plan for mass layoffs, potentially cutting hundreds of jobs. Some freight train drivers may transfer to the passenger railway company ZSSK.

A report on a freight train journey highlights the daily challenges faced by train drivers and suggests that the goal of shifting 40% of goods to rail is unrealistic, according to experts.

Slovak train drivers are threatening to leave their jobs en masse due to a dispute with the Ministry of Transport over the planned installation of camera monitoring in locomotive cabins, which unions strongly oppose.

A train driver died and 100 people were injured in a train crash that occurred on Friday, with investigators providing an update on the incident.

The salaries of train drivers have been disclosed, leading to widespread surprise among the public. The final amount received by employees is primarily dependent on the number of hours worked.

A train driver expressed anger after a dramatic near-collision, stating he was sure it was too late when a car ran a red light as his train, carrying 200 passengers, approached.

Police have charged a train driver in the Olomouc region for operating a train with a blood alcohol level of 2.8 per mille. The driver was accused of behaving erratically while in control of the train.

Several train drivers in Bratislava have resigned, causing the Slovak national railway company (ZSSK) to temporarily cancel some train services, primarily in western Slovakia.

Train drivers for Rodalies are demanding an investigation into recent incidents where several trees fell onto tracks between Thursday and Friday, affecting multiple trains and requiring passenger rescues.

Patrick, a retired train driver, shares his harrowing experiences with fatal accidents during his career, stating he 'killed 9 people' and will 'never be able to forget'. His testimony highlights the lasting psychological impact of such tragedies on train operators.

Train drivers are challenging the Ministry of Transport's plan to purchase 430 body cameras for over half a million euros. They are demanding detailed calculations and an explanation of the costs from the ministry.

The train driver involved in Saturday's deadly railway crossing crash in Bangkok has admitted to using methamphetamine and cannabis approximately 10 days before the accident. Police are investigating the incident.

A train driver has been charged in connection with a deadly train crash that occurred in Thailand.

A car drove onto railway tracks in Moldova and collided with an approaching train in the Ocnita–Vălcineț section. The train driver applied emergency brakes, but a collision could not be avoided.

An article from La Vanguardia offers a psychoanalytical perspective on a Rodalies train driver, describing a 'pathological variant' identified as 'Edipo Ibérico'.

A train driver has accepted a fine following a train accident in Arna, where a freight train experienced significantly reduced braking effectiveness.

This daily news selection from Aktuality.sk covers several key events, including a drunk train driver in the Czech Republic, a raid in Poprad for suspected murder preparation, and disruptions on a new train line to Prague.

One of the train drivers involved in last week's accident has been discharged from the hospital, indicating a recovery from injuries sustained in the incident.

Spain's Ministry of Transport is tightening communication protocols for train drivers, mandating direct contact with Adif first, following a recent accident in Adamuz. The move emphasizes that delayed alerts can have fatal consequences.

The Junts party has brought cases of Rodalies train drivers allegedly using 'false medical certificates' to the attention of the Spanish Congress and the Catalan government, seeking explanations and action on the matter.

A group of Rodalies train drivers allegedly falsified justifications to avoid work, with reports indicating that the president of Renfe ordered the investigation to be halted to avoid upsetting unions.

Hundreds of Hungarian train drivers are suing the state railway company MÁV for unpaid wages related to their rest periods, with courts consistently ruling in their favor. MÁV argues that applying EU regulations would disadvantage employees, while the union accuses MÁV of using Brussels as a scare tactic.

The CEO of the Rodalies mixed company, Òscar Playà, stated in his first public appearance that the company aims to employ more local Catalan train drivers to foster a sense of belonging and commitment.

The mother of train driver Spyros Voulgaris, one of the victims of the Tempi train crash, spoke out at the unveiling of a memorial, stating her son was slandered and denying they were smugglers.

The prosecutor's office has requested a three-year and ten-month prison sentence for the freight train driver who admitted to falling asleep, causing a train accident in Sápi, Hungary.

The Hungarian railway company MÁV is in a dispute with trade unions over the implementation of train drivers' rest periods, following a court decision. MÁV argues that adhering to the court's ruling would cause irreparable damage to its operations.

Train drivers on Portugal's Minho Line are raising alarms about the risk of passengers falling due to short platforms, uneven areas, and physical constraints during boarding and disembarking, which puts pressure on crews.

Russian forces launched three precise strikes on locomotives in the Zaporizhzhia and Sumy regions of Ukraine, resulting in the death of a train driver's assistant. The attacks targeted railway infrastructure.

A train driver who was killed has been remembered as a well-known and respected figure within the community. Tributes have been paid to his contributions and presence.

A train collision in Bedford has left nine people in critical condition among 100 injured, and a train driver dead. British Transport Police are investigating the incident.

Leszek Miętek, a long-time train driver and president of the Railway Engine Drivers' Trade Union in Poland, has been appointed to the supervisory board of PKP Cargo, recognized for his extensive experience in the railway industry.

Serbia has purchased 30 new Spanish trains for its BG:voz urban rail system, with additional Chinese trains expected by 2031, raising questions about the availability of sufficient tracks and train drivers.

Hellenic Railways is investing in 14 new training simulators for train drivers and station masters, aiming to upgrade education and operational readiness.

Lithuanian Railways group company LTG Infra will have to compensate Alytus company Gretvitos kompostas after a drunk train driver crashed a locomotive into its cargo warehouse.

Following the Buggenhout train disaster on May 26 that claimed four lives, new details have emerged in the Flemish press concerning the train driver involved in the incident.

A train driver recounts the profound trauma experienced by colleagues after a fatal incident in Buggenhout, highlighting the constant fear among drivers of such events.

Slovak Railways (ŽSR) are expressing frustration over a series of train driver errors, including ten instances of running red lights this year, noting that recent measures implemented by Minister Ráž have not yet proven effective.

A train driver has been charged following a deadly rail accident in Thailand.

A heartwarming story from Zaječar tells of a train driver who stopped his train to rescue an abandoned puppy named Mila from the tracks and subsequently adopted her.

The driver of a train involved in an accident at Gudžiūnai railway station stated that the warning system was disabled, making it impossible to notice fallen wagons.

A train driver on the main corridor near Přerov, Czech Republic, was found to have nearly three permille of alcohol in his breath and was forgetting to open doors during the journey.

A train driver was reportedly watching YouTube before a recent collision near Rožňava, prompting calls for the introduction of cameras in train cabins. The national railway company, ZSSK, acknowledged a similar incident in 2021.

Slovak Minister Ráž announced that the train driver involved in the accident near Jablonov nad Turňou had YouTube active, as the government approved compensation for hundreds of affected passengers from this and another incident.

Renfe, the Spanish train operator, has been investigating unknown marks found on the Madrid-Badajoz Alvia train line for two weeks, causing concern among train drivers. Auscultator trains have been used to search for a break in the lines.

A traffic engineer commented on two recent train derailments in Serbia, one on the Subotica-Horgoš line and another on the Belgrade-Subotica line, stating that the train driver cannot be blamed for such incidents.

Train drivers in Bratislava are planning a protest in Freedom Square against the Ministry of Transport's decision to install cameras in train cabins, arguing that other investments would provide real safety.

A 51-year-old man fell onto the subway tracks in Vienna but saved himself at the last moment by rolling into a safety niche before an approaching train. The train driver and a passenger activated the emergency brake, and the man escaped unharmed.

During the night of March 14, Russian forces attacked facilities of Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways), injuring a train driver and an assistant driver.

Zurich Cantonal Police issued a warning about 'train pushers' in an Instagram video, while train drivers highlight commuter inattentiveness as a greater danger leading to accidents on platforms.

A railbus driver, Piotr K., has been convicted for unintentionally causing a land traffic disaster in Poland, after a head-on collision with another train resulted from his failure to properly observe the track and regulate speed.