Transportation · EconomyLuanda’s New Airport Puts Portugal Flyers 42 km from Downtown
Luanda’s new airport opens 1 Dec 2025. TAP flights now land 42 km out—expect 1-hour transfers, faster e-gates and bigger jets; pre-book a shuttle or train.
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Transportation · Economy€7m Lifeline to End Lift and Escalator Chaos in Lisbon Metro
Lisbon Metro spends €7m for round-the-clock teams at Baixa-Chiado and Airport, aiming to end elevator failures. Check rider tips.
Transportation · EnvironmentAlcântara Finally Gets Metro Link as Red Line Breaks Ground
New Lisbon metro extension promises 11M extra rides, 3,700 fewer cars and quicker airport-to-waterfront trips by 2027. Works start December 2025.
Transportation · Politics75-Minute Lisbon-Porto Train Edges Closer as Station Choice Looms
Government to pick Porto or Gaia hub within weeks, keeping 75-minute Lisbon-Porto high-speed rail on schedule and €1.2bn EU funds secure.
Politics · TransportationPortugal Minister Clears CP of Corruption but Admits Trains Need Replacing
Infrastructure minister rejects CP graft claims, highlights urgent fleet upgrade. Find out what this means for train passengers across Portugal.
Tourism · TransportationHotel Industry Fears Biometric Border Rules Will Grind Lisbon Airport to a Halt
Lisbon Airport could buckle under the 2024 EU biometric checks. Learn how longer queues may hit flights, residency trips and what fixes Portugal plans.
Transportation · TechLive Bus Tracking Finally Arrives for Portugal’s Smaller Cities
See real-time bus positions across Aveiro, Covilhã, Viseu and more on Google Maps. Cut waiting times and plan seamless trips across inland Portugal.
Economy · TransportationDiesel Set to Rise Again as Petrol Slips in Portugal
Diesel prices in Portugal climb 2 cents while petrol eases. See causes, tax impact and tips to time your next fill-up, especially near the border.
Environment · TransportationMadeira’s Ports on Alert as Atlantic Gales Whip Up Four-Metre Seas
Madeira wind warning extended: 74 km/h gusts and 4 m waves keep ports on alert from Funchal to Porto Santo. Check advice before sailing or seaside strolls.