Road transport operators in Ghana have dismissed rumors of an illegal 20% fare hike, urging the public to disregard any such increment. They clarified that no official fare increase has been approved.
Authorities in Sri Lanka are continuing raids to apprehend drivers using dangerous drugs, with five individuals recently found at the Nugegoda bus stand. The operation aims to enhance road safety and combat drug abuse among public transport operators.
Kenyan public transport operators have called off their strike after the government agreed to cut diesel prices. The strike had caused significant disruption across the country.
Transport operators in Kenya have paused their strike, which was initiated over fuel price hikes, following deadly protests and mass arrests across the country.
A nationwide strike by public transport operators has paralyzed Kenya, with protesters blocking roads and lighting bonfires. The action is a direct response to soaring fuel prices across the country.
The Bono Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) warned boat transport operators to stop overloading passengers to prevent disasters.
Latvia's Road Transport Directorate (ATD) has found a legal solution to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on public bus transport operators and proposes annual indexation of passenger carrier contracts, requiring 25 million euros.
The Tirana Municipal Council has approved a government proposal to compensate public transport operators with 50 ALL per liter for fuel, part of an 'Anti-Crisis' package following warnings of fleet reductions.
Public transport operators in Tirana and surrounding areas continue to operate with a reduced service of 40 to 60 percent for a second day, following a decision made in a meeting with operators.
The Latvian Road Transport Directorate has prepared a solution to allow for more frequent changes to the indexation of long-term contracts for carriers. This initiative aims to address the needs of transport operators regarding contract adjustments.
Ghana's National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) Director-General, Abraham Amaliba, has defended the decision to restrict Toyota Voxy vehicles for long-distance commercial transport, prioritizing public safety over opposition from transport operators.
The Center for Local Self-Government (CLS) has reported that a consortium of private transport operators has requested an increase of over six percent in payments from the Belgrade city budget.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that relief funds for public transport and freight vehicle operators have begun to be disbursed through digital wallets in Pakistan.
A Philippine party-list representative has called on President Marcos Jr. to direct the government to extend payment reliefs on loans for public utility vehicle (PUV) and transportation network vehicle service (TNVS) operators.
Moldovan transport operators have announced that an 'enormous number' of regular regional and interregional routes, potentially up to 80% of the total, will be suspended starting March 26.
Moldovan transport operators are warning of a gradual suspension of several national routes starting March 23, citing an inability to cope with escalating operational costs.
The Romanian Ministry of Finance proposes extending the state aid scheme for road freight and passenger transporters until 2026, which compensates for the increase in diesel prices. According to a draft normative act, transporters will receive a specific amount for each liter of diesel.
ILOILO CITY — The recent increase in petroleum product prices is taking a heavy toll on city passenger transport operators, with the Western Visayas Transport Cooperative among those feeling the…
Authorities in Naran, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, have issued a travel advisory for Babusar Top, urging tourists, travelers, and transport operators to exercise extreme caution and avoid non-essential travel due to ongoing snowfall and dangerous road conditions.
Transport operators in Kenya have called off their strike, prompting reactions from government officials. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki commended the end of the industrial action and condemned associated chaos, while Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja sought a loan amnesty for the affected transport sector operators.
The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) in Ghana's Bono Region has issued a caution to boat transport operators, urging them to avoid overloading passengers to prevent potential disasters.
Police in Abuja have arrested two suspects believed to be part of a criminal syndicate that poses as commercial transport operators to commit 'one chance' robberies against unsuspecting passengers.
Lisbon's public transport operators and infrastructure companies have united to launch a communication campaign against vandalism, which has caused millions in damages, with future awareness actions planned for schools.
Road transport operators in Ghana have called off their planned fare increase following government interventions aimed at stabilizing petroleum prices.
Following a reduction in petrol prices, rickshaw and bike fares in Pakistan have decreased by Rs10 to Rs50, reflecting the lower fuel costs for public transport operators.
The government of Botswana and transport operators have resumed negotiations in an effort to prevent a looming commuter crisis, addressing public transportation issues.
Ghana's Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has appealed to the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and other commercial transport operators to remain calm amidst a threatened 20% fare hike, following an ultimatum for tax removal.
Transport operators in Bosnia and Herzegovina have criticized State Minister of Communications and Transport Edin Forto, expressing disappointment after a working group meeting regarding drivers' stay in the Schengen zone and connections with Croatia.
Truckers, bus, crane, and combine harvester operators in New Zealand have united to protest rules they claim make it too difficult to operate larger, more efficient vehicles on the road.
Authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s West Herzegovina Canton have banned a planned protest by transport operators at border crossings, issuing warnings of potential sanctions.
TAGBILARAN CITY — Tourist transport operators in Bohol have decided to adjust their service rates following the recent surge in fuel prices. The Bohol Confederation of Tourist Transport Providers (BCTTP) held an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss how rising gasoline and diesel prices are affecting their operations. READ: Rising fuel prices strain farmers, small
The Lagos State government has approved a fare hike for Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services, following appeals from public transport operators who cited increasing operational costs and economic pressures.
Buses in Akershus, Norway, are removing lasers and encouraging other transport operators to do the same, in a move described as 'very good' by a Norwegian outlet.
Public transport operators in Kenya have called off their strike after the president vowed to reduce fuel prices. This development led to the release of 17 youths arrested during the matatu strike.
Train services in Warsaw are experiencing disruptions due to a malfunction on the suburban diameter line, leading to trains bypassing key stations and mutual ticket honoring between transport operators.
Transport associations in Albania are requesting a three-month extension of the fuel compensation period, citing high fuel prices that have persisted for nearly three months since the start of the Iran conflict, impacting public transport operators' costs.
A pilot test conducted in Maharashtra found that 15% of auto drivers were unable to speak Marathi, raising concerns about language proficiency among public transport operators.
Nigeria's federal government and lenders are partnering to introduce a CNG credit scheme, allowing transport operators to convert vehicles without upfront costs through affordable financing.
Urban transport services in Albania are set to return to normality following an agreement between ministries and public transport operators to subsidize oil, resolving a dispute.
The Portuguese Parliament has approved a new law preventing bus terminal managers from having links to transport operators, following a court victory by FlixBus against RNE.
A consortium of private transport operators has officially requested an increase of over 6 percent in budget payments from the City of Belgrade, according to the Center for Local Self-Government.
Public transport operators in major cities are preparing to protest as rising fuel prices severely impact their incomes and threaten the viability of their services.
Czech railway and bus companies are increasing their capacities for the upcoming Easter holidays, adding more trains and buses, particularly on routes from Prague to Ostrava, Wallachia, Central Moravia, České Budějovice, Plzeň, and Cheb.
The Cebu provincial government has temporarily cut terminal fees for public utility vehicles (PUVs) at Capitol-operated bus terminals to alleviate the impact of rising fuel prices on transport operators and commuters.
Representatives of the Consortium Logistika held talks with the Prime Minister of Republika Srpska and extended an invitation to entity governments and the BiH Council of Ministers for a joint meeting.
Government officials in Thailand have reassured motorists that reported 'out of stock' signs at petrol stations are due to panic buying by private motorists and public transport operators, not an actual fuel shortage caused by the Middle East war.
Transport operators in Maharashtra are preparing for a statewide strike starting Thursday, demanding the rollback of the e-challan system and addressing other grievances.