STIB is modernising Brussels Metro lines 1 and 5 with a new CBTC signalling system. The upgrade will shorten waiting times, improve service reliability, and enhance passenger comfort, with full completion of tunnel installations expected in early 2026
Public transport operator STIB/MIVB confirmed that the incident was caused by an overheated cable, which triggered the smoke detection system. Firefighters were quickly dispatched to the scene to assess and contain the situation
Public transport operator STIB confirmed that police ordered the closure of sections of tram lines 4 and 10 and metro lines 2 and 6 at 06:30 as authorities searched for the suspects
