News about Transportation
The two vessels were the first to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a cease-fire.
Moldova and Argentina will soon hold talks on the launch of the first direct airlines. This decision was approved today by the Cabinet of Ministers.
The State Property Agency, the founder of the port, the State Enterprise “River Port Ungheni” (Portul Fluvial Ungheni), is drafting a government decision to exempt the enterprise from paying contributions to the state budget from the net profit earned in 2025.
A direct rail line will be built between the two airports in Istanbul, Turkey, separated by the Bosphorus Strait, which will make it much easier to travel when transferring, Logos Press reported.
At the customs point “Ocnita – railway” in the presence of the heads of the Customs Service of Moldova, where the functionality of the scanning system Nuctech TMRF 6010, designed for the inspection of goods transported by rail, was analyzed.
The state expects to develop the infrastructure and increase the capacity of the Giurgiulesti International Free Port through the investments of the new owner.
Since the beginning of the conflict in Iran, gasoline and diesel prices in Germany have risen by about 20%. Experts consider the introduction of speed limits to be one solution.
The revived Volga automobile brand continues to expand its lineup and has officially unveiled the new C50 sedan. The model became the second in the brand’s range after the previously announced crossover K50. According to the company, both new products are planned to be launched in the summer of 2026.
The French CMA CGM vessel became the first Western European ship to pass the Strait of Hormuz since the Iranian war began. This may encourage other carriers to resume voyages if the corridor proves reliable in the coming days.
Russia is looking for new destinations for exporting its energy and agricultural raw materials. North African countries – Egypt in particular – are seen as a promising option in this context.
As of April 1, 2026, the transition period for working with the SD CEMT digital system, a platform for processing and controlling international freight permits, has ended.
Following a meeting with the Iranian delegation, Gianni Infantino, president of the International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA), announced that the Islamic Republic’s national team will go to the World Cup, Logos Press reported.
The CEO of low-cost carrier Ryanair, Michael O’Leary, said there could be disruptions in the supply of jet fuel in early May 2026, which could affect airline flights, Logos Press reported.
In accordance with the current regulatory framework, as well as the “almost twofold increase in the price of fuel”, the fare for public transportation in the capital has been adjusted. From May 1, it will amount to 7 lei, according to the website of the mayor’s office.
The rates of fees in Chisinau municipality were indexed by 4.7% this year. They will be applied from January 1, 2026.
The regulations governing school transportation would apply not only to students but also to teachers, including supervisory, teaching and support staff, in the event of a reorganization of an educational institution.
The Customs Service seized four cars with foreign registration numbers, which were allegedly sold or sent for dismantling on the territory of the Republic of Moldova in violation of the customs regime.
The G7 foreign ministers agreed to participate in the mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, but only after the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran is over.
SE “Railways of Moldova” (Calea Ferată din Moldova, CFM) introduced a 30% discount to the current tariffs for transit transportation within the country.
NASA head Jared Isaacman announced the launch of a project to build a permanent base on the surface of the moon, according to Logos Press.
