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Coast Guard ship collides with ferry M/S Eckerö in Grisslehamn
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Coast Guard ship collides with ferry M/S Eckerö in Grisslehamn

A Coast Guard vessel has collided with the M/S Eckerö at the port of Grisslehamn. All of the vessel's trips for the day have been cancelled
Electric cars advance in new sales statistics
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Electric cars advance in new sales statistics

New car sales are declining slightly, but electric cars are performing better, new February statistics show.
Major IT problems halt driving tests at Swedish Transport Agency
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Major IT problems halt driving tests at Swedish Transport Agency

The Swedish Transport Agency has major IT problems that, among other things, are affecting people scheduled to take theory tests, several media outlets report.
MP Katja Nyberg says she didn't take cocaine or drive drunk
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MP Katja Nyberg says she didn't take cocaine or drive drunk

MP Katja Nyberg, who formerly belonged to the Sweden Democrats, continues to deny the accusations against her. In an interview with Kvartal, Nyberg says she "has not taken any cocaine" and "has not driven drunk
SD member Katja Nyberg suspected of drug use leaves party, will remain in parliament
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SD member Katja Nyberg suspected of drug use leaves party, will remain in parliament

SD member Katja Nyberg is leaving the party but will remain in parliament as an independent, against the party's wishes. Earlier in the day the Swedish Transport Agency said Nyberg tested positive for drugs after being stopped by police during the off-season
Foreign ships stopped in Sweden, worrying trend continues
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Foreign ships stopped in Sweden, worrying trend continues

More and more foreign ships are being detained in Sweden because they are in poor condition.
Fewer road traffic deaths last year
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Fewer road traffic deaths last year

Last year, 208 people died in road traffic incidents, according to preliminary statistics from the Swedish Transport Agency. That is the second-lowest number on record
28 died at sea in 2025 - the highest number in five years
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28 died at sea in 2025 - the highest number in five years

Most of those who died in accidents at sea in 2025 were older men, according to the Swedish Transport Agency's latest accident statistics.
Swedish Maritime Administration installs radar to counter GPS interference
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Swedish Maritime Administration installs radar to counter GPS interference

GPS interference has intensified in the Baltic Sea in connection with Russia's offensive war against Ukraine. The Swedish Maritime Administration is now installing older technology that responds to radar signals instead of satellites, with the aim of increasing maritime safety
This is what traffic will be like this Christmas: "People don't drive carefully"
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This is what traffic will be like this Christmas: "People don't drive carefully"

In many places, a gray Christmas without snow is expected – and perhaps better traffic conditions. But the Swedish Transport Administration still urges drivers to remain calm
Then you can go to jail for flying a drone
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Then you can go to jail for flying a drone

At the turn of the year, penalties for drone violations will be toughened – even for smaller drones that do not require a driver's license. This should mean increased safety for the public, says Karl-Axel Edén, flight inspector at the Swedish Transport Agency
Here are the license plates that are rejected
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Here are the license plates that are rejected

“GAZA 4E” as a personal license plate was rejected by the Swedish Transport Agency. “PILSNER” and “HORNY” were also not approved
DN launches harsh attack on the Government Offices
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DN launches harsh attack on the Government Offices

Peter Wolodarski, editor-in-chief of Dagens Nyheter, is strongly criticizing the Government Offices. He accuses the agency of having delayed and procrastinated the review of former national security advisor Henrik Landerholm
Train driver training stopped – "Serious"
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Train driver training stopped – "Serious"

The Swedish Transport Agency stops train driver training in Kristinehamn and Nässjö after serious shortcomings.
Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation
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Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation

The disputed peth tests should no longer be the basis for revoking driver's licenses, proposes the Transport Agency. The rule change will now be sent out for review
Jonson: Russia or Belarus Behind GPS Disruptions in Sweden
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Jonson: Russia or Belarus Behind GPS Disruptions in Sweden

The cart system in Kalmar county's ambulances is often affected by problems. According to Defence Minister Pål Jonson (The Moderate Party) it is Russia or Belarus that is behind the GPS disruptions, reports Sveriges Radio P4 Kalmar
Government Offices Used Unlicensed Company for Over 500 Taxi Trips
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Government Offices Used Unlicensed Company for Over 500 Taxi Trips

The Government Offices ordered over 500 trips from a company that lacks a taxi permit. Now three people are being prosecuted, including an employee of the Government Offices, writes Dagens Nyheter
Suspected Russian GPS Disruptions Impact Kalmar Ambulances
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Suspected Russian GPS Disruptions Impact Kalmar Ambulances

The cart system in Kalmar county's ambulances is affected daily by problems that are suspected to be due to GPS disturbances from Russia, according to Sveriges Radio P4 Kalmar.
Russian GPS Disruptions Threaten Swedish Air and Sea Traffic
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Russian GPS Disruptions Threaten Swedish Air and Sea Traffic

Russian GPS disruptions against Swedish air and sea traffic destabilize the country and risk causing serious accidents. According to the Social Democrats' defense policy spokesperson Peter Hultqvist, the disruptions are to be considered as state terrorism
Ferries Enhance Navigation Amid Rising GPS Disruptions in Baltic Sea
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Ferries Enhance Navigation Amid Rising GPS Disruptions in Baltic Sea

Destination Gotland has equipped its ferries with alternative navigation methods and strengthened the crew on the bridge due to the increasing disruptions of the gps system.
Russian Signal Disruptions Threaten Air Safety in Europe
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Russian Signal Disruptions Threaten Air Safety in Europe

In four months, nearly 123,000 flights have been disrupted by Russian signals that hit GPS and other satellite systems.
Increased GPS Disruptions in Swedish Airspace Over Baltic Sea
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Increased GPS Disruptions in Swedish Airspace Over Baltic Sea

The number of GPS disruptions over the Baltic Sea has increased sharply, show figures from the Transport Agency. During 2025, disruptions have been reported on average three times a day
Gang Steals Over 40 Four-Wheelers in Northern Sweden
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Gang Steals Over 40 Four-Wheelers in Northern Sweden

A theft gang that focuses on specific four-wheelers is evading the police in Norrbotten. Over 40 four-wheelers have been stolen during the summer, reports NSD
Gas Buses Are as Safe as Other Buses Despite Dramatic Fires
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Gas Buses Are as Safe as Other Buses Despite Dramatic Fires

The accidents can lead to fires with spraying flames. But gas buses are at least as safe as other buses, according to Kjell-Olof Matsson, investigator at the Transport Agency
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