Czech Railways unveils 2026 timetable with new direct links to Austria, Poland and Denmark
Emergency track closure on Prague–Beroun suburban line triggers replacement buses
Night-time engineering works on Prague–Plzeň corridor to affect EU business trains
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Historic Jaroměř station reopens after €18 million makeover
Jaroměř’s refurbished station, reopened on 11 December after an 18-month rebuild, pairs heritage architecture with step-free access, co-working space and faster track layout. The project improves regional connectivity and strengthens the rail alternative for business travel between Prague, Hradec Králové and the Polish border.
Pardubice–Hradec express to cut journey to 14 minutes but regional fares go up 13 %
From 14 December new RegioPanter trains will connect Pardubice and Hradec Králové in just 14 minutes, but integrated-transport authority IREDO is simultaneously raising fares by an average 13 %. The faster service benefits business day-trips, yet employers face higher commuter subsidies.
Pegasus buys Smartwings for €154 million, giving Turkish carrier an EU air-operator licence in Prague
Pegasus Airlines will pay €154 million for Prague-based Smartwings Group, acquiring an EU air-operator licence and access to 80 destinations. The deal could open new Prague-centred routes and lower fares once regulators approve the takeover in 2026.
Aer Lingus ‘Sparkling Winter Cities’ sale cuts Dublin–Prague fares to €50
A week-long Aer Lingus promotion cuts Dublin–Prague fares to about €50 one-way for travel until 31 March 2026, offering cost-saving opportunities for Irish-Czech corporate traffic. Travellers should still plan for longer EES processing times at Prague Airport.
Prague Convention Bureau unveils campaign to cement city’s status as top MICE hub
The Prague Convention Bureau has launched a global marketing push to attract more international conferences, promising faster visa-support processing and highlighting green, high-tech venues. Corporates should anticipate tighter hotel and venue availability from 2026.