SWISS posts 8.5-point on-time gain over holiday peak despite Europe-wide storms
Europe-wide snowstorm cancels 1,400+ flights; Swiss passengers feel the squeeze
Dutch blizzard shuts Arnhem rail hub, stalling Nightjet Zürich sleepers and Basel ICE services
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Ethiopian Airlines to link Addis Ababa, Geneva and Lyon thrice weekly from July
From July 2026 Ethiopian Airlines will fly Addis Ababa–Geneva–Lyon three times per week, giving Swiss travellers faster one-stop links to 65 African cities and adding cargo capacity for pharma shippers. The service positions Geneva as a stronger African gateway and offers corporates an alternative to congested EU hubs.
KLM’s de-icing fluid shortage triggers 600 flight cancellations—Swiss itineraries among the casualties
Severe weather and a de-icing-fluid crunch forced KLM to axe 600 flights on 7 January, snarling connections for travellers headed to Switzerland and forcing cargo diversions. Swiss companies face soaring last-minute fares and disrupted supply chains, highlighting the need for flexible rebooking rules and visa checks.
SWISS flight LX733 Amsterdam–Zurich cancelled amid northern-Europe storm
Snow and slot restrictions at Amsterdam forced the cancellation of SWISS LX733 on 7 January, stranding late-day commuters to Zurich and disrupting next-morning business schedules. The incident shows how the loss of a single evening rotation can ripple through corporate travel plans.
Snow Chaos Grounds Dozens of Flights at Zurich and Geneva Airports
Heavy snowfall and upstream equipment shortages triggered 39 cancellations and over 100 delays at Zurich and Geneva on 6 January. Business travellers face spill-over disruption for up to two days; companies should consider rail or alternative hubs and remind staff of EU 261 rights.
Deep Freeze Disrupts Swiss Rail Network as Temperatures Plunge to –28 °C
Record lows of –28 °C on 6 January caused widespread rail delays across Switzerland. SBB struggled with frozen switch gear, forcing cancellations and slower services on key business corridors. Firms should build extra buffers into travel plans while the cold spell persists.
Weather Halts Arnhem Hub, Snarling Nightjet and Basel–Zurich International Services
An ice storm closed Arnhem Centraal for nearly six hours on 6 January, blocking Nightjet and ICE services to Basel SBB and Zurich HB. Swiss passengers faced long diversions; firms should integrate international rail alerts into travel-risk workflows.
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.