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Funchal Upgrades Tunnels With LEDs

Funchal Upgrades Tunnels With LEDs

Funchal’s LED lighting upgrades in road tunnels cut energy use by 75%, reducing costs, CO2 emissions, and enhancing infrastructure.

11 People Have Died in Road Accidents in Madeira This Year

11 People Have Died in Road Accidents in Madeira This Year

On average, Madeira records one fatal road accident every month, with the total number of accidents steadily increasing. Speeding remains the primary cause of these incidents.

Uber’s Back! Ride-Sharing Giant Returns to Madeira

Uber’s Back! Ride-Sharing Giant Returns to Madeira

Transportation powerhouse Uber announced it will return to Madeira! After a three-year absence, the regional government has granted approval, bringing new mobility options and fresh competition to the island.

Madeira Reports 25% Growth in Public Bus Passengers

Madeira Reports 25% Growth in Public Bus Passengers

Madeira's bus services carried 16 million passengers from January to September 2024, reflecting a 25.2% year-on-year increase and growing public transport demand.

Aerobus Ticket Prices Rise Amid Plans for All-Inclusive Tourist Pass

Aerobus Ticket Prices Rise Amid Plans for All-Inclusive Tourist Pass

Aerobus ticket prices went up slightly, as plans for the introduction of an all-inclusive tourist pass have been announced.

TVDE Association Sues Madeira Government

TVDE Association Sues Madeira Government

The TVDE Association decided to sue the government for imposing unfair practices, while President Albuquerque says he could not care less about lawsuits.

Bolt Launches Guided Tours Serving Tourism From Cruise Ships!

Bolt Launches Guided Tours Serving Tourism From Cruise Ships!

Taxis want a slice of the pie! Starting next Friday, tourists from cruise ships can book trips through the Bolt app.

Estrada dos Anjos Remains Closed With No Timeline for Reopening

Estrada dos Anjos Remains Closed With No Timeline for Reopening

Estrada dos Anjos in Ponta do Sol remains closed due to a significant landslide, with no estimated date for reopening. Access to the road has been restricted since 2016 because of ongoing safety concerns.

Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

In the past week, Madeira has endured three tragic road accidents that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including two minors.

Câmara de Lobos May Get New Access to Via Rápida

Câmara de Lobos May Get New Access to Via Rápida

Amidst concerns of an impending congestion crisis in the greater Funchal area, the president of Madeira has initiated discussions regarding a new connection to the via rápida.

Two Teenagers Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Quinta Grande

Two Teenagers Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Quinta Grande

A tragic motorcycle crash inside Madeira's Quinta Grande tunnel claimed the lives of a boy and a girl this afternoon.