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„The people I see here are professionals who love their work, but the working conditions are more than desperate“. This was stated by Mr. Georgi Peev, Minister of Transport and Communications during an inspection of the Nadezhda Railway wagon depot. Together with Deputy Minister Tsveta Timeva, he reviewed on site the maintenance activities for some of the recently delivered German passenger wagons, as well as the storage and preservation conditions of the last two new Škoda electric multiple-unit trains.

Bulgaria supported the position for a balanced approach and protection of the transport competitiveness during the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Transport) of the EU. 

We are undertaking consistent and concrete actions to overcome the problems in the railway sector. This was stated by Minister of Transport and Communications Georgi Peev following meetings with representatives of the railway operators and the trade unions. 

“We have a long-term plan for improving rail transport and railway infrastructure. Our goal is to implement real projects that have secured funding and are carried out efficiently, so that tangible results can be seen, rather than having projects remain unfinished for decades.” This was stated by Minister of Transport and Communications Georgi Peev during a meeting with Stanislav Koev, Representative for Bulgaria of the Škoda Transportation and Škoda Vagonka Consortium.

The General Directorate “Civil Aviation Administration”, in partnership with the European Consumer Centre – Bulgaria, is launching its annual information campaign aimed at raising awareness of passenger rights when travelling by air.

Experts will provide guidance to citizens regarding compensation for delayed or cancelled flights, denied boarding, as well as issues related to baggage, including damage, loss, or delay.

Two events are scheduled:

After years of underinvestment in rail transport, some of the new trains have now arrived in Bulgaria. At the same time, the responsibility of public institutions is not only to communicate good news, but also to identify the challenges that still need to be overcome. This was stated by Minister of Transport and Communications Georgi Peev during a meeting with Petya Petkova, Alstom's representative for Bulgaria, and Roberto Saccone, Managing Director Services for Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova. 

Infrastructure modernisation and investment in human resources are among the key priorities in the transport sector. This was stated by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, during a discussion on expediting the development of connectivity in Southeast Europe at the Green Transition Forum 6.0 in Sofia. He pointed out that airports in the region need to expand their capacity. Better connectivity between rail transport, ports, and the road network also remains an important priority.

Today, as communications evolve at the speed of the digital world, the postage stamp reminds us that true progress is built on remembrance, knowledge, and continuity. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, Anna Natova, during a stamp validation ceremony at the University of Telecommunications and Post.

The Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, held a working meeting with the Acting U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria, His Excellency (H. E.) H. Martin McDowell. The development of regional transport connectivity and high technology were the focus of the discussion.

In the context of a shifting global logistics landscape, Bulgaria and Turkey are establishing themselves as the countries with the greatest capacity to handle the flow of goods and passengers from the Middle East to Europe. This was discussed during a meeting between the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Turkey to Bulgaria, His Excellency (H. E.) Mehmet Sait Uyanık.

The Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, held a meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Hellenic Republic to Bulgaria, His Excellency (H. E.) Alexios Marios Liberopoulos. During the conversation, both parties emphasised that Bulgaria and Greece are key partners whose cooperation along the North-South axis is crucial for the region’s security and economic resilience.

I expect every sector to reach agreement on a common, realistic plan with a specific timeline for implementation on these issues. This was stated by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, at two consecutive meetings with representatives of taxi organisations and driving schools. Deputy Minister Hristina Velinova and the Director of the Road Transport Administration, Boyko Ranovski, participated in the discussions.

Nearly 50% of the country’s railway lines are served by Siemens trains, whose maintenance remains without a permanent solution due to a six-month-long appeal against the public tender to select a contractor. 

The management of Holding BDZ EAD and BDZ–Passenger Transport issued a warning concerning the critical situation during a meeting with the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, and Deputy Minister Tsvetana Timeva.

Preliminary findings from the inspections ordered by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, following the serious accident between a truck and a bus on the Hemus Motorway, reveal serious violations by the freight carrier "Steli Mega Metali" EOOD. The company has been issued orders imposing coercive administrative measures to temporarily suspend its public freight transport operations until the identified non-compliances are rectified.

Ensuring the safety of amusement rides during the summer tourist season is our top priority, and therefore inspections will be stepped up. This was stated by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, at a meeting with the leadership of the Maritime Administration and representatives of the Civil Aviation Administration. Deputy Ministers Anna Natova and Hristina Velinova also participated in the discussion.

The government, institutions, and contractors must work in full coordination to ensure fast internet and better mobile coverage throughout the country. This was stated by the Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, during a coordination meeting on the broadband connectivity project.

The Ministry of Transport and Communications hereby informs the public that it does not send SMS messages, emails, messages via mobile apps, or other similar notifications requesting payments, the provision of personal data, or the downloading of files.

This announcement follows reports of fraudulent messages sent on behalf of the Ministry.

We urge citizens to be cautious, not to open suspicious links, and not to provide personal, banking, or other sensitive information.

The Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, and the Honorary Chairman of the Union of Bulgarian Philatelists, Simeon Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, unveiled the first postage stamps dedicated to Bulgarian queens.

"This series brings together different eras of Bulgarian history and commemorates figures who left a lasting mark on the history and culture of the nation," Minister Peev said during the ceremony.

Georgi Peev, Minister of Transport and Communications, introduced temporary restrictions on payments and the assumption of new liabilities in the public enterprises that are part of the ministry’s system. The measure is part of a comprehensive analysis of the financial, administrative, and contractual status of the companies.

The Minister of Transport and Communications, Georgi Peev, ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the serious traffic accident involving a truck and a bus that occurred early this morning on the Hemus Motorway in the direction of Sofia. Teams from the Executive Agency "Automobile Administration" (EAAA) were immediately dispatched to the scene of the accident to assist the authorities of the Ministry of Interior and conduct an on-site investigation.