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Eleven prime ministers of Germany’s federal states have appealed to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to strengthen support for the use of low-carbon steel in the EU automotive industry. This is stated in a press release from the German steel association WV Stahl. The initiative was launched by the states of Saarland and Lower Saxony, where a significant part of the country’s steel production and car manufacturing is concentrated. They insist on establishing

Europe’s aviation sector finds itself at a delicate inflection point as the year draws to a close. Airbus this week cut its 2025 commercial-aircraft delivery target from 820 to approximately 790, citing quality problems with fuselage panels that disrupted November output. The shift underscores supply-chain fragility in a market still buzzing with post-pandemic demand. Yet, Airbus reiterated its financial guidance — aiming for €7.0 billion in adjusted operating income and €4.5

Department for Transport Operator Limited appointed Alex Hynes as Chief Executive on November 28, tasked with leading next phase in transition toward Great British Railways implementation. Hynes will oversee publicly owned train operating companies, coordinate with Network Rail, Department for Transport, and wider rail industry stakeholders during critical transformation period. Appointment follows political controversy surrounding High Speed 2 project, with West Midlands May

European Union new car registrations witnessed historic powertrain transition during October 2025, with combined battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, and standard hybrid models capturing approximately 63.9% market share compared with 55.4% during same period previous year. Battery-electric vehicle registrations increased 38.6% year-over-year reaching 1,473,447 units through October, representing 16.4% market share compared with 13.2% during 2024. Standard hybrid-electric vehicle

Budget carrier easyJet confirmed plans to station a seventh Airbus A320-family aircraft at Glasgow Airport from summer 2026, marking continued expansion in Scotland's aviation market following record passenger volumes during the airline's recently concluded financial year. The additional aircraft represents the latest phase of easyJet's Scottish growth strategy after carrying 8.1 million passengers through the nation's airports during fiscal 2025, representing a 9% year-on-ye

European Union Agency for Railways released multi-annual work programme for 2026-2028 period on November 27, establishing three equal strategic pillars designed to advance Single European Railway Area whilst supporting European Commission's broader political objectives for sustainable prosperity and competitiveness. Agency's Management Board adopted Single Programming Document on November 18, aligning framework with Commission priorities emphasising railway technology investm

Severe operational disruptions resulted in cancellation of 147 flights alongside delays affecting additional 183 services across major European aviation hubs on November 27, impacting thousands of passengers transiting through Brussels, London, Paris, and Barcelona airports. Leading carriers including KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Ryanair, Vueling Airlines, and British Airways collectively affected passenger operations across multiple European destinations. Disruption occurred du

Italian railway operations experienced significant disruption following commencement of 24-hour nationwide strike affecting Trenitalia, Italo, and regional operator Trenord services from 21:00 on November 27 through 21:00 on November 28. Multiple transport unions including USB, CUB, and Cobas coordinated industrial action protesting wage structures, working conditions, and proposed government budget measures for 2026. Medium-distance and long-distance trains faced widespread

Brussels is bracing for a shake-up in Europe’s auto policy after carmakers from Volkswagen to Stellantis signalled they want to dilute the bloc’s 2035 ban on new internal-combustion-engine (ICE) vehicles, citing a stumble in electric-vehicle (EV) momentum. The shift in tone marks a remarkable turn from the early 2020s, when EU automakers had embraced electrification with bullish forecasts. According to the industry association European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (A

As 2025 draws to a close, Europe’s maritime shipping industry is confronting a challenging mix of weak demand, falling freight rates, and structural overcapacity — a situation that could reshape trade flows and pressure logistics providers across the continent. Major players in container shipping, including CMA CGM of France, have flagged a “tough year ahead,” warning that capacity added through newly ordered vessels is colliding with slackening global trade. Across the Atlan

On 26 November 2025, the rail sector across Belgium, and by extension several European corridors, was brought almost to a halt as a 72-hour national strike by country-wide unions reached its final day. Domestic services operated by SNCB ran at roughly 20% of normal capacity, with most inter-city and regional trains cancelled. The disruption cascaded across borders: key international services like Eurostar and Thalys saw drastically reduced schedules. Reports suggest only half

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD announced plans to double its European sales network to 2,000 outlets by end-2026, representing aggressive continental expansion despite facing 27% European Union import duties on Chinese-made battery-electric vehicles. Maria Grazia Davino, BYD's regional managing director for Europe, stated at Frankfurt event company will reach approximately 1,000 sales points across continent before year closes, serving as foundation for 2026 doubli