Between April 28 and 30, 2026, servicemen and military equipment belonging to Land Forces units are scheduled to traverse Bulgaria’s established infrastructure following participation in planned military exercises, according to the Defence Ministry press centre on Monday. The movement will involve the transportation of personnel and materiel returning from the tactical drill, Defensive Shield 26, conducted by the 5th Brigade Command. On April 28 and 29, the logistical operation will see equipment moving from the Koren Training Area in Southern Bulgaria to the cities of Pleven, Shumen, and Sliven, utilizing both established road and rail networks.
The final day of movement, April 30, will see military convoys carrying personnel and equipment departing from the Novo Selo Training Area in Southeastern Bulgaria. These units will travel along the national road network subsequent to completing their field training exercises. Throughout these movements, the forces will be accompanied and escorted by the Military Police Service to ensure the secure passage of the equipment and troops.
The planned movements highlight the extensive logistical coordination required to support large-scale military training across the country. The utilization of both the national road system and the rail infrastructure underscores the scope of the exercises conducted by the armed forces. These scheduled transits are integral components of the operational cycle following the completion of major tactical drills.
Topics: #road #forces #rail
Military personnel and equipment from Land Forces units are scheduled to traverse Bulgaria’s established road and rail infrastructure from April 28 to 30, 2026, following their participation in planne
Will these military movements affect civilian travel or daily life during the exercise period?