Latest Transport News from Russia

Two crashes and truck jam on newly opened highway near VolgogradTwo crashes and truck jam on newly opened highway near Volgograd
Two crashes and truck jam on newly opened highway near VolgogradRestrictions were imposed on the highway in the evening and lifted this morning.
Map reveals Stavropol's most dangerous intersections for accidentsMap reveals Stavropol's most dangerous intersections for accidents
Map reveals Stavropol's most dangerous intersections for accidentsThe Stavropol traffic police have identified 10 intersections with the highest number of accidents involving injuries, pinpointing the city's riskiest spots.
Ust-Kut Airport Runway Overhaul to Begin After 60 YearsUst-Kut Airport Runway Overhaul to Begin After 60 Years
Ust-Kut Airport Runway Overhaul to Begin After 60 YearsThis summer, the main phase of capital repairs will begin at Ust-Kut Airport. After the work, the air terminal will be able to handle not only turboprop planes but also jet aircraft.
Tram Hits Girl Opposite MVD Building in VolgogradTram Hits Girl Opposite MVD Building in Volgograd
Tram Hits Girl Opposite MVD Building in VolgogradA female pedestrian sustained injuries while crossing the tracks and was hospitalized. The incident was captured on camera.
Girl Nearly Hit by Tram Outside Volgograd Regional Interior MinistryGirl Nearly Hit by Tram Outside Volgograd Regional Interior Ministry
Girl Nearly Hit by Tram Outside Volgograd Regional Interior MinistryAfter the incident, the girl was taken to the hospital.
Perm to Extend Tram Route No. 7 in February, But Temporarily Remove Route No. 3Perm to Extend Tram Route No. 7 in February, But Temporarily Remove Route No. 3
Perm to Extend Tram Route No. 7 in February, But Temporarily Remove Route No. 3Perm's transport department announces that tram route No. 7 will be extended and route No. 3 temporarily suspended starting in February.
Experts Explain Why Ufa Lacks Night Buses to AirportExperts Explain Why Ufa Lacks Night Buses to Airport
Experts Explain Why Ufa Lacks Night Buses to AirportWe asked experts what is preventing the organization of night buses from Ufa Airport to the city, with officials citing low demand and logistical challenges.
Krasnoyarsk City Hall Plans to End Barrier Wars in Residential ComplexesKrasnoyarsk City Hall Plans to End Barrier Wars in Residential Complexes
Krasnoyarsk City Hall Plans to End Barrier Wars in Residential ComplexesKrasnoyarsk's city hall plans to establish a three-year public easement to resolve ongoing access disputes between residents of two residential complexes in the Vetluzhanka area.
Ice Crossing Load Capacity in Khanty-Mansi Okrug Raised to 60 TonsIce Crossing Load Capacity in Khanty-Mansi Okrug Raised to 60 Tons
Ice Crossing Load Capacity in Khanty-Mansi Okrug Raised to 60 TonsThis will allow transport to carry more goods to hard-to-reach settlements in the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug.
Federal Highways Reopen After Blizzard in Samara RegionFederal Highways Reopen After Blizzard in Samara Region
Federal Highways Reopen After Blizzard in Samara RegionTraffic has resumed on federal highways in Samara Oblast after overnight closures caused by a blizzard, but new restrictions were imposed shortly after due to persistent poor weather.
Federal Highways Reopen in Samara Oblast After SnowstormFederal Highways Reopen in Samara Oblast After Snowstorm
Federal Highways Reopen in Samara Oblast After SnowstormOn Saturday morning, traffic was restored on federal roads in Samara Oblast after overnight closures due to a snowstorm. Restrictions were lifted at 08:00 but reimposed an hour later due to poor weather.
Azur Air cuts Krasnoyarsk-Thailand flights despite popularityAzur Air cuts Krasnoyarsk-Thailand flights despite popularity
Azur Air cuts Krasnoyarsk-Thailand flights despite popularityAzur Air will reduce charter flights to Phuket from Krasnoyarsk and Novosibirsk starting February 19, due to aircraft problems, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia.
Murmansk public transport switched to special mode, street lighting turned offMurmansk public transport switched to special mode, street lighting turned off
Murmansk public transport switched to special mode, street lighting turned offMurmansk Mayor Ivan Lebedev announced a special operating mode for public transport and phased street lighting shutdowns after a power line accident.
Yekaterinburg's Heroes of Russia Street to be built earlyYekaterinburg's Heroes of Russia Street to be built early
Yekaterinburg's Heroes of Russia Street to be built earlyHeroes of Russia Street, which will connect the station district with Zarechny, will be built by developers significantly earlier than the master plan deadline. A tram line is also planned along it.
No One to Drive: Kuzbass Faces Shortage of Public Transport DriversNo One to Drive: Kuzbass Faces Shortage of Public Transport Drivers
No One to Drive: Kuzbass Faces Shortage of Public Transport DriversThe driver shortage in Kuzbass's public transport system is over 20%, with Kemerovo being the hardest hit.
New street to connect Yekaterinburg station and ZarechnyNew street to connect Yekaterinburg station and Zarechny
New street to connect Yekaterinburg station and ZarechnyA new tram line will also be launched along it.
Yekaterinburg toughens measures against fare dodgers
Yekaterinburg toughens measures against fare dodgersPublic transport inspectors will gain the authority to issue fines for riding without a ticket directly inside the vehicle.
Kuzbass Truck Driver Convicted in Fatal Crash, Challenges VerdictKuzbass Truck Driver Convicted in Fatal Crash, Challenges Verdict
Kuzbass Truck Driver Convicted in Fatal Crash, Challenges VerdictA truck driver from Siberia's Kuzbass region was sentenced to three years of forced labor for a collision that killed his childhood friend, but he insists a manufacturing defect in the vehicle caused the accident.
Yekaterinburg to fight fare dodgers with on-the-spot finesYekaterinburg to fight fare dodgers with on-the-spot fines
Yekaterinburg to fight fare dodgers with on-the-spot finesFare dodgers in Yekaterinburg will soon be fined on the spot. The city's acting first deputy mayor for construction and public transport, Rustam Galyamov, announced the new measure during a live broadcast on E1.RU.
Car carrier stranded at sea after leaving Vladivostok for South KoreaCar carrier stranded at sea after leaving Vladivostok for South Korea
Car carrier stranded at sea after leaving Vladivostok for South KoreaThe vessel 'Aviva', which drifted for three days after losing power in the Sea of Japan, has arrived at a port in South Korea's Donghae Bay under its own steam.
Botanicheskaya Metro Station Construction in NovosibirskBotanicheskaya Metro Station Construction in Novosibirsk
Botanicheskaya Metro Station Construction in NovosibirskThe Botanicheskaya metro station, previously called Severnaya, will be built next after Zaeltsovskaya on Novosibirsk's Leninskaya line.
Toyota crash on Okyabrsky bridge highlights road safety issuesToyota crash on Okyabrsky bridge highlights road safety issues
Toyota crash on Okyabrsky bridge highlights road safety issuesOn January 23, a Toyota Corolla veered into oncoming traffic on the Okyabrsky bridge in Novosibirsk, causing a multi-car collision. The accident injured four people and sparked a debate over whether poor road conditions contributed to the crash.
Eyewitnesses Report Platform Collapse at Nizhegorodskaya MCC StationEyewitnesses Report Platform Collapse at Nizhegorodskaya MCC Station
Eyewitnesses Report Platform Collapse at Nizhegorodskaya MCC StationPolice cars have gathered outside the closed Nizhegorodskaya station of Moscow's Central Circle (MCC) after reports of a platform collapse. Footage shows concrete slabs have significantly subsided.
Volgograd-Kamyshin Route Blocked Due to Bad WeatherVolgograd-Kamyshin Route Blocked Due to Bad Weather
Volgograd-Kamyshin Route Blocked Due to Bad WeatherA temporary traffic restriction has been imposed on the federal highway due to adverse weather conditions.