Tracking transportation for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · ImmigrationExtra police, mobile biometric teams and an emergency ‘kill switch’ aim to cut Lisbon Airport’s Christmas 2025 queues. See what travellers in Portugal need to know.
National News · TransportationMarvão residents drive 14 km for a newspaper after kiosks shut; from 2026 the council will supply newspapers in public hubs, easing Portugal’s rural news divide
Economy · TransportationFrom 2027, all IUC car-tax payments in Portugal move to April. Discover how drivers can spread costs and why dealers fear a spring-time cash-flow crunch.
Transportation · TourismEU-backed project will launch a 50-seat shallow-draft ferry, refurbished pontoons and dredging to restore the Minho River link between Caminha and A Guarda by summer 2026 for commuters, cyclists and pilgrims.
Economy · TransportationConstruction and real estate start-ups powered Portugal’s record 2025 company launches, while closures fell 14%, boosting housing and job prospects nationwide.
Tourism · TransportationFrom June 2026, Beja Airport’s new tourism hub staffed by IPBeja students greets arrivals with maps, tasting vouchers and digital guides to showcase Alentejo.
Immigration · TransportationExpect 3–6-hour queues at Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado as Portugal implements EU Entry/Exit checks. Arrive early, plan ahead and get live PSP updates to avoid major delays.
Immigration · TransportationA glitch in the EU Entry/Exit System is triggering 3-hour queues at Lisbon Airport, risking missed connections and tarnishing Portugal’s Christmas travel season.
Environment · TransportationCivil protection teams in Madeira handled 353 emergency calls during Storm Emília with no serious injuries. See incident breakdown, safety advice and travel alerts for residents.