ÖBB Ranks Fourth in European Rail Study
Italy’s Trenitalia came out on top, followed by Switzerland’s SBB and the Czech Republic’s RegioJet, which was praised for its pricing.
U2 U-Bahn Line Fully Reopens
From December 6, the line will operate its full route, running from Seestadt to Karlsplatz, more than a year later than originally planned.
Austrian Post Announces Christmas Package Deadlines
To ensure packages arrive in time for Christmas, domestic packages should be sent by December 20.
Wiener Linien Trials Sign Language Avatar for Deaf Passengers
The project aims to improve transport accessibility for the deaf community, with plans to add the avatar to the Wien Mobil app.
Uber’s Austria Head Calls for More E-Mobility Incentives
Starting in 2025, all newly registered taxis in Vienna must be electric. The head of Uber’s Austrian subsidiary, Martin Essl, is hoping for further incentives for e-mobility from the future government.
Car Ownership Gap Widens Between City and Rural Areas
In all state capitals, except for the relatively sparsely populated Eisenstadt, the ratio between population and the number of cars has decreased.
U1 U-Bahn Back to Normal Operations
Starting immediately, the U1 line is once again running continuously between Leopoldau and Oberlaa.
After 26 Years Test Phase Begins for Graz-Klagenfurt Link
After 26 years of construction, the 130-kilometer-long Koralmbahn between Graz and Klagenfurt was officially completed on Thursday.
Thousands of Old Cars Disappear from Austria Every Year
Many vehicles are reportedly sold to countries with weak or non-existent environmental and safety standards.
Environmental Concerns Delay Vienna Airport’s Third Runway
Environmental organizations and citizens’ initiatives have been campaigning against the proposed runway for years.