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Transport

2 months ago
To qualify, the used vehicles must be at least 10 years old and taken to a recycling centre.
3 months ago
The state and the municipalities that own the West Railway venture have finally agreed on financing for the first phase of the high-speed train project.
3 months ago
Finland has seen a significant decrease in road fatalities over the decades, but there’s still room for improvement, according to an expert.
3 months ago
The airline’s revenues and passenger levels rose in the first nine months of the year, but its comparable operating result fell by €1.5m, with industrial action having “a direct negative impact”.
3 months ago
Kids these days don’t know how to face conflicts, or resolve them, according to a teacher in Vantaa with over 50 years of professional experience.
3 months ago
The exact breakdown of the price hike is yet to be decided, according to the authority.
3 months ago
A law change in 2018 allowed 17-year-olds to obtain driving licences under less strict circumstances, but that reform has impacted road safety, according to the transport ministry.
3 months ago
While the number of incidents is falling, there are still on average about five road traffic accidents per day in Finland involving elk.
3 months ago
Half a million foreign tourists are expected to visit Finland between December this year and February 2026.
3 months ago
The airline began cancelling flights last week after the seat covers on its A321 fleet were incorrectly washed with water, making them potentially less fire-resistant.