Romanian Taxi App Meridian Responds to Competition Council Fine Over Airport Access
Meridian Taxi reacted to the fine imposed by the Competition Council in the case of Otopeni airport
Mobility
Romanian Competition Council Fines 18 Taxi Companies for Blocking Ride-Sharing App at Bucharest Airport
Romanian Competition Council fines 18 taxi companies and 2 associations for trying to block Clever, a ride-sharing app, from operating at Bucharest’s Otopeni airport
BlaBlaCar Accelerates Latin American Growth with Expansion into Eight New Markets
BlaBlaCar expands its presence in Latin America by launching in eight new countries
Polish National Railway Considers Phasing Out Ticket Machines at Train Stations
PKP Intercity, the Polish national railway company, is reportedly planning to remove ticket machines from train stations. This move is being compared to the obsolescence of public phone booths and suggests a shift towards digital or alternative ticketing solutions.
Azores Airlines Privatization Terms Require 75% Stake Sale With Employment Protections
The Azores Regional Government’s SATA administration proposed new privatization terms requiring the sale of at least 75% of Azores Airlines, with mandatory job protection for 30 months and commitment to maintain key routes and operational headquarters in the Azores. The process uses a private negotiation model instead of a public tender and must be completed by year-end per European Commission requirements.
Stellantis Unveils 60 Billion Euro FaSTLAne 2030 Strategic Plan to Rebuild After Record Loss
Stellantis presented FaSTLAne 2030, a 60 billion euro five-year strategic plan aimed at transforming the company into a profitable growth machine following a 22.3 billion euro loss in 2025. The plan focuses on brand portfolio restructuring, launching 60+ new vehicles including 29 fully electric models, expanding global platform investments (24 billion euros), and strengthening strategic partnerships with Leapmotor, Dongfeng, and Jaguar Land Rover. The Portuguese Mangualde plant, which already produces electric vehicles with support from the Recovery and Resilience Plan, is well-positioned to contribute to the company’s European expansion targets.
Dutch Public Transport Operator Qbuzz Launches AI Assistant Quby to Streamline Customer Service
Qbuzz, one of the first public transport operators in the Netherlands, launched Quby, an AI assistant that provides immediate answers to travelers and supports customer service staff during conversations. The assistant retrieves real-time travel information, supports multiple languages (Dutch, English, German, French, Arabic, Turkish), and intelligently routes complex issues to human agents while automating administrative tasks like transcriptions and summaries.
Mercedes-AMG Unveils Fully Electric GT 4-Door Coupé Based on Dedicated AMG.EA Architecture
Mercedes-AMG unveiled the GT 4-Door Coupé, a fully electric super car that redefines dynamism and technology in the electric vehicle segment. The vehicle is based on the dedicated AMG.EA architecture and transfers high-performance motorsport solutions to public roads.
Tesla Expands Full Self-Driving Software into European Markets
Tesla is bringing its Full Self-Driving software to European markets
Portugal Authorizes €410.68 Million Railway Modernization Project for Alentejo Line
The Portuguese government authorized Infraestruturas de Portugal to implement a phased payment schedule for the modernization of the Alentejo Railway Line. The project involves a 410.68 million euro investment to replace and electrify 63 kilometers of track between Casa Branca and Beja, enabling speeds of up to 200 km/h for passenger trains and 120 km/h for freight. Disbursements will run from 2027 to 2033, with the government seeking additional European funding through Portugal 2030 and other EU financing instruments.