Snow Chaos Grounds Dozens of Flights at Zurich and Geneva Airports
Deep Freeze Disrupts Swiss Rail Network as Temperatures Plunge to –28 °C
Weather Halts Arnhem Hub, Snarling Nightjet and Basel–Zurich International Services
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Engineering Works to Divert Amsterdam–Zurich Nightjet on 19 January
Track upgrades north of Cologne will reroute the Amsterdam–Zurich Nightjet on 19 January, adding roughly 25 minutes and skipping key stops. The advisory, published on 6 January, gives Swiss firms time to adjust meeting schedules and freight hand-overs.
Weekend Track Windows to Disrupt Biel–Twann Services Through Spring
From this weekend SBB will alter services between Biel/Bienne and Twann every Saturday–Sunday to accommodate ASTRA roadworks, with some rail-replacement buses and earlier departures. Firms should brief weekend staff and adjust delivery schedules.
New Swiss Air Passenger Data Law Takes Effect, Forcing Airlines to Share PNR on Every International Flight
Switzerland’s new Air Passenger Data Act is now in force, obliging airlines to send full PNR data for every arrival and departure. Companies must update booking systems and privacy notices or risk fines. The measure aligns Swiss practice with EU and US security standards and could lead to more secondary screenings during the bedding-in phase.
Zurich Airport Flight Movements Climb Back to 99 % of Pre-Covid Record
Flight movements at Zurich Airport rose 4 % in 2025 to within one percent of the 2019 record, signalling a near-full recovery of Swiss air connectivity. Higher volumes mean tighter seat availability and renewed slot pressure for corporate travellers, while ongoing security upgrades aim to keep passenger flows smooth.
Swiss Police Identify All 116 Injured in Crans-Montana Bar Fire, Foreign Consulates Mobilise Support
All victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire have now been identified, enabling embassies to coordinate medical evacuations and family assistance. The multinational casualty list and ongoing investigation highlight the importance of robust crisis-response planning for companies sending staff or clients to Swiss leisure venues.