The European Commission adopted an implementing decision on Wednesday, outlining the key milestones and deadlines for the completion of the cross-border infrastructure flagship project, Rail Baltica.
The decision, unanimously supported by all EU Member States, marks an important step towards the full integration of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania into the European rail network by 2030. Rail Baltica is expected to significantly enhance connectivity within the European Union.
“Rail Baltica will make it easier for people to travel between the Baltic States and the rest of the EU. The EU will grow closer in terms of leisure travel, economic development, and our shared security. In the current geopolitical context, the construction of Rail Baltica is essential,” said Catherine Trautmann, the European Commission’s Coordinator for Rail Baltica.
Wednesday’s decision forms part of broader efforts to accelerate the implementation of cross-border infrastructure under the revised Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Regulation, reinforcing the EU’s commitment to seamless, sustainable, and secure transport connections.
The entire region shares a common objective of integrating into the European railway system. Notably, Finland has also recently announced its intention to convert its rail gauge to align with the European standard.
Source: BNS
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