The family of one of the people killed in last year’s Glória funicular accident in Lisbon is demanding a formal apology and financial compensation from Carris, the city’s public transport operator, according to SIC Notícias.
The demand comes as Lisbon marks the first anniversary of the crash on September 3, 2026. The incident left 16 people dead and seriously affected the city’s tourism sector, as reported by UOL Notícias and other outlets covering the commemorations.
SIC Notícias reports that the victim’s relatives are pressing Carris for both an official statement of regret and an indemnity payment. The outlet did not specify the amount sought or the identity of the family involved. The demand forms part of a broader push by victims and their families for answers about what went wrong.
The funicular, a historic hillside tram that carries tourists and residents up Lisbon’s steep streets, derailed and crashed in September 2025. The accident was one of the deadliest in the city’s recent transport history. In the months since, questions have lingered over safety procedures and maintenance practices at Carris, though no final public report on the cause has been cited in the coverage reviewed.
A memorial event was held in Lisbon on Thursday to honor the 16 victims, with French diplomatic representation in Portugal also paying tribute, according to La France au Portugal. One Portuguese news outlet, dn.pt, ran an opinion piece titled “A tram called shame,” reflecting the public anger still simmering over the disaster.
What to watch next: whether Carris responds publicly to the family’s compensation demand and whether any official inquiry findings are released in the coming weeks.
