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Seoul’s transit future hits the streets and waterways

Ferries, autonomous buses and driverless taxis are expanding under Seoul’s plan to build a safer, smarter public transportation network by 2030.

2026.10.7

Seoul singles to get 'swept away' by new love this September on the Hangang Bus ferry

The city will host its next matchmaking event aboard the Hangang Bus ferry on Sept. 19 for eligible single residents.

2026.8.17

As early summer draws people outside, Yeouido offers things to do on land, sea and sky

Early summer almost always lures people outdoors, where they usually decide between heading for the water or up to the sky.In Yeouido, though, there is no need to choose.

2026.5.29

Seagulls fly near Yeouido Hangang Park in western Seoul on Feb. 27. [CHO JUNG-WOO]

바다에서 서울로…한강 갈매기의 사정

Seagulls have recently been spotted along stretches of the Han River in Seoul, raising questions for visitors more accustomed to seeing the birds along the coast.

2026.3.8

From seaside to Seoul: Why seagulls are frequently spotted at Han River

Seagulls have recently been spotted along stretches of the Han River in Seoul, raising questions for visitors more accustomed to seeing the birds along the coast.

2026.3.3

The Hangang Bus ferry sits stranded after running aground near Jamsil Pier in Songpa District, southern Seoul, on Nov. 17, 2025, after veering off course into shallow waters. [YONHAP]

Hangang Bus ferry service to resume full operations on Sunday

The Hangang Bus ferry will finally resume operations across the entire Han River beginning Sunday after stopping operations for three months due to a major mishap last November.

2026.2.25

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon speaks during a New Year's press conference held at the City Hall in central Seoul on Feb. 10. [SEOUL METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT]

Seoul mayor defends planned Korean War memorial, accuses central gov't of interfering

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon defends the Korean War memorial project at Gwanghwamun Square, asserting its importance in promoting freedom and democracy, while criticizing the central government's plan to halt it.

2026.2.10

A Hangang Bus ferry remains stuck near the Jamsil dock on Nov. 16 after striking the riverbed a day earlier. [YONHAP]

Hangang Bus ferry service to resume full operations from January 2026

Seoul’s Hangang Bus ferries, which have been allowed to operate on half of their routes out of safety concerns, are expected to fully resume service in January 2026.

2025.12.30

A Hangang Bus ferry is seen near the Jamsil pier in Songpa District, southern Seoul, on Nov. 17. [NEWS1]

Safety Ministry finds multiple regulatory, safety violations for Hangang Bus ferries

The Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on Thursday that the Hangang Bus ferries suffered from unauthorized navigation buoys, inadequate safety measures and weak lines of communication between operators and local authorities.

2025.12.11

A Hangang Bus ferry remains stuck near the Jamsil dock on Nov. 17 after striking the riverbed two days earlier. [YONHAP]

Hangang Bus ferries repeatedly scrape riverbed, hit foreign objects, says Seoul gov't

Hangang Bus ferries have repeatedly scraped the riverbed or floating debris at Han River during operation despite following designated routes, according to reports from the Seoul city government and the ferry operator on Monday.

2025.11.17

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