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Stadler Rail has developed the world’s first narrow-gauge hydrogen-powered train, designed for regional lines in Sardinia. The train is undergoing tests on a dedicated track in canton Schaffhausen.
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Aviation
Switzerland has released up to 30 million litres of jet fuel from compulsory reserves to prevent a shortage at Zurich Airport. Disruptions to river and rail freight have threatened deliveries over the next two weeks.
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Climate
Swiss Federal Railways recorded 97 cases of track warping and compression-related deformation during the exceptionally hot summer, nearly four times last year’s total. SBB says safety was not affected, but an ETH Zurich expert has warned that extreme heat can increase derailment risks.
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Driving
Switzerland’s 2027 driving-test rules will introduce revised requirements for people seeking a licence from January 1. The changes will affect prospective drivers preparing for the theory and practical stages of the licensing process.
The Local Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland’s first publicly available robotaxi service has begun operating in Zurich’s Furttal valley. Three electric autonomous cars are serving around 100 designated stops across four municipalities in a pilot project.
Le News
Switzerland
Switzerland is considering using traffic lights and other measures to regulate motorway access as congestion worsens. Authorities are looking for ways to manage rising traffic on roads that can no longer accommodate growing demand.
The Local Switzerland
Switzerland
Switzerland is considering traffic lights and other measures to manage congestion on increasingly crowded motorways. The government plan has drawn criticism as traffic jams continue to grow on roads built for a smaller vehicle fleet.
The Local Switzerland
Transport
Switzerland’s first publicly accessible robotaxi pilot is now operating in Zurich’s Furttal valley. Three electric autonomous vehicles serve around 100 designated stops, offering an early test of how self-driving transport could work in smaller Swiss municipalities.
Le News
Fuel prices
Average Swiss petrol prices have reached CHF2. 10 per litre and diesel CHF2. 38, approaching the records set after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and adding pressure to household and transport costs.
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Business
The Swiss bike-sharing company Publibike is being acquired by British investor Visionedgeone, which plans a long-term expansion of the service. CEO Markus Bacher will retain a minority stake and continue to lead the company, while shareholder Thomas Binggeli will depart to focus on other businesses.
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Transport
Swiss public transport fares are set to increase in December. While the industry organization Alliance Swisspass confirmed the price hikes are necessary to cover rising costs, the planned increase for the popular GA (general subscription) travelcard has been reduced following discussions with the price watchdog.
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Business
The Thurgau-based railway manufacturer Stadler has won a contract to supply 21 Citylink-type trams to the Austin Transit Partnership in the United States, with an option for 19 more, bolstering its presence in the US market.
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Infrastructure
A government report on a 2025 railway incident, where two trains nearly collided, has exposed communication failures linked to Switzerland's multilingual environment, prompting reviews of safety procedures.
Le News
Innovation
A pilot project in canton Neuchâtel testing solar panels placed between railway tracks has yielded successful results one year after its launch. The Swiss innovation by start-up Sun-Ways, designed for easy removal for track maintenance, is now drawing international interest.
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Weather
Swiss authorities have issued level 3 and 4 heat warnings as a major heatwave hits the country, with temperatures forecast to reach 36°C. MeteoSwiss indicates the warnings are likely to be extended. In response to the recurring heat, the SBB rail app has been updated to show passengers which train carriages are equipped with air conditioning.
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Technology
Zurich is poised to become one of the first European cities to trial commercial self-driving taxis. US ride-hailing giant Uber and Chinese tech firm WeRide have announced plans to launch a service later this year, subject to federal approval. The vehicles will initially operate with a safety driver on board and be available to book through the Uber app.
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Infrastructure
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, the 57-kilometre Gotthard Base Tunnel has profoundly changed Swiss transit, nearly doubling passenger demand and boosting freight traffic since its 2016 opening.
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Transport
A new memorandum of understanding signed by Swiss Federal Railways, France's SNCF, and Eurostar marks a significant step towards establishing a direct rail link between Switzerland and London, promising to enhance cross-continental travel.
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Politics
An environmental organization has launched the 'Mobility Voucher Initiative', a popular initiative seeking to introduce a minimum CHF 30 tax on air travel. The revenue generated would be used to fund the expansion and lower the cost of public transport.
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Politics
The environmental organization Straffico has launched a popular initiative to introduce a tax on air travel, starting at a minimum of CHF30 per ticket. The revenue would be used to expand and fund public transport, based on the 'polluter pays' principle.
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