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The Transport Workers’ Union says attacks on public transport employees remain a daily problem and is calling for parliamentary action. Swiss Federal Railways reports around ten incidents a day involving insults, threats, assaults or spitting, although nationwide data remains incomplete.
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SBB
Swiss Federal Railways recorded a first-half profit of CHF126 million as daily passenger numbers rose to 1.45 million. The recovery in freight and property income contrasts with continuing restructuring, punctuality concerns and the planned reintegration of SBB Cargo into the group.
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Swiss Federal Railways
The Swiss Federal Railways reported a CHF126 million profit in the first half of 2026, driven by increased passenger numbers, property income and a recovery in freight. The results come as SBB continues restructuring its freight operations and manages slightly lower punctuality.
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consumer protection
A new scam is targeting people with advertisements for unusually cheap Swiss public transport tickets. The story will provide practical guidance on recognising fraudulent offers and protecting payment and personal details.
The Local Switzerland
public transport
The Federal Council has backed English-language announcements on Swiss trains, rejecting a parliamentary call to restrict them. The decision affects how the national rail network communicates with international passengers and Switzerland’s large English-speaking population.
The Local Switzerland
transportation
Swiss canton takes measures against chronically delayed German trains to maintain schedule reliability
The Local Switzerland
environment
Geneva public transport authority advances electrification goals by donating 200 combustion buses to Tunisia, part of sustainability transition plan.
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environment
Canton Geneva becomes first Swiss region to offer free public transport during pollution spike, restricts vehicle access to combat ozone levels.
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transportation
Federal prosecutors report increasing cases of abuse against Swiss train personnel, with 20 convictions in recent month for threats, violence and harassment.
Le News
public transport
Federal prosecutors report increasing cases of abuse against Swiss train personnel, including threats, violence, and harassment, leading to calls for enhanced security measures.
Le News
transportation
Federal government pledges CHF 10 million annual subsidy through 2030 for new Basel-Copenhagen-Malmö night train connection.
Le News
accessibility
Swiss Federal Railways reports strong public response to new lanyard system supporting travelers with invisible disabilities, marking first such initiative in Swiss public transport.
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infrastructure
Federal Office of Transport reports significant progress in station adaptations, with 1,132 stations now accessible to people with reduced mobility.
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infrastructure
Federal Transport Office reports 1,132 stations now accessible to people with reduced mobility, with plans to upgrade additional 186 stations by 2028
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public transport
Geneva public transport authorities launch their first 100% electric articulated bus, marking the start of complete fleet electrification by 2030.
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accessibility
Pilot project launches to help passengers with non-visible disabilities receive better assistance through innovative badge system across selected Swiss stations.
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security
Federal Railways' six-month pilot program shows significant reduction in violence against officers
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culture
Historic 1972 tram transformed into mobile karaoke venue for Eurovision Song Contest week, offering free 90-minute musical journeys through Basel from May 11-17.
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transportation
Swiss Federal Railways announces plans to operate 1,600 additional trains for special events in 2025, including Eurovision and Women's EURO 2025.
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infrastructure
Geneva announces ambitious infrastructure project including underground metro system and enhanced cross-border connections to improve regional mobility.
The Local Switzerland
