Happy holidays banner (18/12/2024)

The Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport would like to extend its warmest wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a bright, prosperous New Year. Safe travels!

EU ports recorded 395.3 million passengers in 2023 (19/12/2024)

In 2023, EU ports recorded 395.3 million passengers, marking a 5.8% increase compared with 2022 (374 million), according to data from Eurostat. Eleven countries accounted for 97% of all seaborne passenger transport in the EU. Italian ports recorded the highest number of passengers: 85.4 million, or 22% of the EU total. Greek ports followed with 75 million passengers (19%) and Denmark with 41.2 million passengers (10%).

Meet the new Commissioner for Sustainable Transport & Tourism (19/12/2024)

Meet the new Commissioner for Sustainable Transport & Tourism

Sign up for the TEN-T Newsletters (19/12/2024)

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16th ITS European Congress (19/12/2024)

The 16th ITS European Congress in Seville is a major event for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in Europe, uniting experts from mobility, technology and policy to advance key European mobility and sustainability initiatives. The Congress aims to contribute to key initiatives, such as the European Green Deal and the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy. It will spotlight how local and regional advancements can reflect broader European ambitions for a more sustainable transportation future.

Happy holidays (19/12/2024)

The Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport would like to extend its warmest wishes for a peaceful holiday season and a bright, prosperous New Year. Safe travels!

European Sustainable Energy Week 2025 (10/06/2025)

The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is taking place from 10 to 12 June 2025 in a hybrid format. EUSEW is the EU’s largest annual event on renewables and energy efficiency. It is open to international organisations, university associations, national and local authorities, professional associations, NGOs working in the field of sustainable development, consumer associations, research organisations, EU-funded projects, EU institutions, and more.

EU introduces Flight Emissions Label for more informed and sustainable travelling (19/12/2024)

The European Commission has adopted a Regulation putting in place a Flight Emissions Label (FEL) that offers a clear and trustworthy methodology for calculating flight emissions. Airlines operating flights within the EU or departing from the EU will be able to voluntarily join this label, which will be fully operational as of July 2025. By the beginning of next summer, passengers will have the option to view and compare the estimated greenhouse gas emissions from their flight, enabling them to make more informed purchasing decisions.

New rules for better cross-border enforcement of traffic laws (19/12/2024)

The European Commission welcomes the Parliament and Council's final adoption of the Directive to strengthen the cross-border enforcement of road traffic rules. While previous EU rules improved compliance with road safety regulations by non-resident drivers, a significant gap remains, with approximately 40% of cross-border offences going unpunished due to challenges in identifying offenders or enforcing fines. The newly adopted rules tackle these shortcomings by strengthening cooperation among Member States, streamlining offender identification, and facilitating fine enforcement.

Commission adds Air Tanzania to the airlines banned within the European Union (19/12/2024)

The European Commission has updated the EU Air Safety List, the list of airlines that are subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within the EU, because they do not meet international safety standards. Following the update, Air Tanzania has been included on the List. The basis for this decision is safety concerns identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). These also led to the decision not to grant Air Tanzania a Third Country Operator (TCO) authorisation.

Commission welcomes the updated European ATM Master Plan (19/12/2024)

The European Commission welcomes the updated European air traffic management (ATM) Master Plan, which was adopted at the Governing Board meeting of the SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking. The updated Plan outlines an ambitious vision to transform European airspace into the world's most efficient and environmentally friendly skies by 2045. To achieve this, the Plan charts a comprehensive roadmap for the digitalisation and modernisation of Europe's air traffic management systems.

Investments in climate adaptation should be an integral part of the TEN-T network, study shows (19/12/2024)

A completed and climate-resilient trans-European transport network (TEN-T) is a cornerstone for growth, and both socio-economic and territorial cohesion in the EU. According to a recent European Commission study, integrating climate adaptation into TEN-T policies is essential to meet adaptation goals. To strengthen the resilience of the European transport infrastructure, significant public investment is needed.

Ukraine: 166 million tonnes of goods exported via the Solidarity Lanes since May 2022 (19/12/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova, launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022. They establish new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy, having transported ca. 166 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and about 66 million tonnes of imports.

Transforming cross-border traffic in Central Europe with ITS (19/12/2024)

Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) are designed to monitor, evaluate, and manage transportation networks to improve safety and efficiency. Using real-time traffic data, ITS technology can suggest alternative routes to avoid traffic jams, pinpoint locations for emergency responders, update speed limits based on weather conditions, and much more. With over €32 million in funding from the CEF Transport programme, ITS is helping to improve traffic management and foster cooperation in Central Europe.

New study on greening of European sea ports (19/12/2024)

Take a look at the newly published study on the greening of European sea ports and learn more about the environmental challenges they face. The report provides guidance to ports on improving their environmental performance while achieving sustainability goals, based on experience gained when implementing noteworthy green initiatives.

Welcome Mr Apostolos Tzitzikostas, Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism (03/12/2024)

A warm welcome to our new Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas. We look forward to working together to make European transport more competitive, sustainable and resilient, and to ensure that it is safe, accessible and affordable for all EU citizens.

EU Transport 5 years on (29/10/2024)

Key achievements and highlights 2019-2024

Road Safety - Vision Zero (21/02/2023)

Our goal to reduce road deaths to zero by 2050

Single European Sky Regulation enters into force, aiming for a more efficient and sustainable airspace (03/12/2024)

The new Single European Sky (SES2+) Regulation has entered into force, in a step forward towards a more efficient, and more sustainable European airspace. SES2+ creates rules and incentives for monopoly air navigation service providers to pursue more efficiency gains and adopt modern technologies, with the aim to alleviate congestion in Europe’s airspace and to provide better quality services, but also foster innovation and the development of new services in the sector.

2024 Excellence in Road Safety Awards: European Commission rewards top road safety initiatives (03/12/2024)

The European Commission has announced the winners of the 2024 Excellence in Road Safety Awards. The awards recognise the best contributions by the European Road Safety Charter's community of organisations, authorities and companies towards safer roads across Europe, in five categories: education, motorcycling, vulnerable road users, technology and innovation, and urban road safety.

Coordinated Romania-Moldova border controls to facilitate EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes transit (03/12/2024)

A Memorandum of Understanding on coordinated border checks at the crossing between Romania and Moldova was signed in Bucharest, paving the way for a faster transit of goods along the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes. Coordinated checks of goods passing from Moldova to Romania will help increase efficiency at the border crossing, reducing bottlenecks for traffic coming from Moldova and Ukraine.

EU and Philippines team up to boost seafarers’ training, certification and labour conditions (03/12/2024)

The Government of the Philippines and the European Union have launched a Technical Assistance Project to improve seafarers' training, education and working conditions in the Philippines. The project, part of the EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE), is funded by the European Commission with a total €4 million allocated.

Stay informed with TEN-T newsletters (03/12/2024)

The trans-European transport network (TEN-T) is at the heart of European transport infrastructure policy. To keep you up to date with the latest developments, success stories, and events, we’re thrilled to offer a series of quarterly newsletters dedicated to the European Transport Corridors and the two horizontal priorities: European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) and European Maritime Space (EMS).

Watch the Solidarity Lanes in action (03/12/2024)

Are you operating between Ukraine/Moldova and the EU? Find out how the Solidarity Lanes are improving transport connections between us, bringing us closer than ever before. Watch them in action in Ukraine, Moldova, Romania, Slovakia, Hungary and Estonia, and meet the people who are keeping our trade going.

CEF Transport: New motorway section opened in Nicosia (03/12/2024)

On 6 November, the European Commission and the Cypriot Ministry of Transport, Communication and Works inaugurated the first phase of the Lefkosia South Orbital Motorway, situated at the entrance to the island’s capital. The newly constructed four-lane motorway is located between the Lemesos and Tseri junctions (phase A), and received nearly €44 million in EU funding from the CEF Transport programme, covering 85% of the total project costs.

EU-Ukraine Investment Conference: rewatch the panel on municipal recovery, connectivity and public-private partnerships (03/12/2024)

The first EU-Ukraine Investment Conference, held on 13 and 14 November in Warsaw, Poland, aimed to mobilise private investment towards Ukraine’s recovery, reconstruction and modernisation. The event showcased the first results of the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework, fostered EU-Ukraine business partnerships and took stock of Ukraine’s integration into the EU Single Market and business environment reforms.

EU production of bicycles down to 9.7 million in 2023 (03/12/2024)

In 2023, 9.7 million bicycles were produced in the EU, a 24% decrease in bicycle production compared with 2022 (12.7 million). Looking at the available non-confidential data, the biggest producer of bicycles in 2023 was Portugal, with 1.8 million units, followed by Romania (1.5 million), Italy (1.2 million) and Poland (0.8 million). The European Cycling Declaration, signed this year, outlines clear principles on safety, connectivity, and more to boost bike use.

Seas to Skies Conference: Greening ports and airports in the EU (03/12/2024)

The Seas to Skies Conference is a two-day event dedicated to the decarbonisation of ports and airports, taking place on 3 and 4 December 2024 in Brussels and Antwerp. The conference will present five flagship projects under the EU's research and innovation programme, Horizon 2020, dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in ports and airports.

4th ERA Multimodal Conference (03/12/2024)

EU transport policy formally anchored rail freight as one of the cornerstones of the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, setting ambitious targets such as “rail freight traffic will increase by 50% by 2030 and double by 2050.” Join ERA on 9 December to discuss the latest developments, and to say ‘farewell’ to Executive Director Josef Doppelbauer at his last ERA conference after 10 eventful years.

European Innovation Council to invest €1.4 billion in deep tech and scale up of strategic technologies in 2025 (03/12/2024)

The European Commission has adopted the 2025 work programme of the European Innovation Council (EIC). As part of Horizon Europe, the EIC Work Programme 2025 aims to support start-ups and SMEs tackling mobility innovation.

CEF Transport: €2.5 billion to boost resilience and safety across EU transport network (11/09/2024)

The 2024 Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) – Transport call for proposals is now open, making available €2.5 billion for projects to modernise transport infrastructure on the EU’s trans-European transport network (TEN-T), as well as in Ukraine and Moldova. Selected projects will work towards creating sustainable and smart transport infrastructure, fostering interoperability and resilience within the network, while seamlessly integrating various transport modes.

Horizon Europe: EUR 98 million available for new Cities Mission call (11/09/2024)

The new call for projects supporting research and innovation under the Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission covers four topics: rethinking urban spaces towards climate neutrality, zero-pollution cities, mobility management plans and behavioural change, and integrated peri-urban areas in the transition towards climate neutrality.

20,400 lives lost in EU road crashes last year (28/10/2024)

In 2023, 20,400 people lost their lives in road crashes across the EU, marking a 1% decrease from the previous year. This corresponds to a rate of 46 road deaths per million inhabitants for that year. While the long-term trend shows a 10% reduction compared to 2019, the current pace of decline falls short of the required 4.5% annual reduction needed to achieve the EU's goal of halving road deaths by 2030.

Ship Financing Portal (29/10/2024)

Calling all maritime stakeholders

Commission adopts new guidelines for more clarity on air passenger rights (28/10/2024)

The Euroepan Commission has adopted revised interpretative guidelines on air passenger rights. The revision notably takes into account rulings by the Court of Justice since 2016 that clarify certain provisions, allowing for more effective and consistent enforcement of the rules. A new section on major travel disruptions has also been added. The guidelines have been published in all official EU languages.

Single European Sky: annual monitoring highlights persistent capacity shortages and failure to meet environmental targets in 2023 (29/10/2024)

The Performance Review Body (PRB) has published the 2023 Annual Monitoring Report and Traffic Light System - part of its yearly review of how Single European Sky (SES) Member States are performing. In 2023, air traffic in the SES Member States rose to 91% of pre-pandemic levels, yet the capacity performance of air traffic management continued to deteriorate. Although financial resources were available, investment in staff and capacity projects by certain air navigation service providers was insufficient, affecting the entire network.

A new group of 20 cities receives EU Mission Label for efforts towards climate neutrality (29/10/2024)

The EU Mission Label was awarded to 20 cities that are part of the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities, one of the EU Missions under Horizon Europe, the EU’s research and innovation programme. The Label recognises the cities' plans to achieve climate neutrality by 2030, and aims to facilitate access to public and private funding for that objective.

EU invests €4.8 billion of emissions trading revenues in innovative net-zero projects (29/10/2024)

The European Commission has selected 85 innovative net-zero projects to receive €4.8 billion in grants from the Innovation Fund. They will help put cutting-edge clean technologies into action across Europe. For the first time, projects of different scales and with a cleantech manufacturing focus are awarded, under the 2023 call for proposals. For net-zero mobility, projects involve building and retrofitting vessels for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) and electricity use, as well as reducing emissions in road transport component manufacturing.

CIVITAS Forum 2024: Steering the mobility renaissance together (29/10/2024)

Around 600 delegates gathered in the city of Parma in Italy on 1-3 October 2024 for the Civitas Forum. This is the main event organised by the CIVITAS Initiative, a flagship programme helping the European Commission achieve its ambitious mobility and transport goals. It creates a network of cities, for cities, dedicated to exchange and learning on sustainable urban mobility.

Ukraine: 157 million tonnes (Mt) of goods exported via the Solidarity Lanes since May 2022 (29/10/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022. They establish new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy, having transported ca. 157 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and about 62 million tonnes of imports.

EU at the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) (11/11/2024)

This year, the EU Pavilion at COP 29 will serve as an information and networking hub. Visit the Pavilion and learn how the EU is driving change through policies, projects and international partnerships to protect the planet and its people.

SESAR Innovation Days 2024 (12/11/2024)

SESAR Innovation Days 2024 (SIDs) will take place in Rome, hosted by Aeroporti di Roma, ENAV and Leonardo. The SIDs are the main vehicle for the SESAR Joint Undertaking to share progress and disseminate exploratory research results.

EU-Ukraine Investment Conference: towards recovery and closer integration (13/11/2024)

The first EU-Ukraine Investment Conference will mobilise private investment for Ukraine’s recovery, reconstruction and modernisation. It will showcase the first results of the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework and foster EU-Ukraine Business Partnerships. The conference also takes stock of Ukraine’s integration into the EU single market and business environment reforms.

Solidarity Lanes workshop on logistics of EU-Ukraine trade (14/11/2024)

The European Commission and EU/Ukrainian businesses will discuss the current situation and logistics challenges involved in transporting goods between Ukraine – Moldova – EU. The participants will learn about the Solidarity Lanes initiative, and reflect on both how to further improve connectivity, and make transport operations more cost-efficient.

Award Ceremony: Excellence in Road Safety Awards 2024 (14/11/2024)

Find out who has won this year’s awards and hear more about road safety best practice from across Europe.

European Hydrogen Week (18/11/2024)

European Hydrogen Week will take place from 18 to 22 November 2024 at Brussels Expo. The Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport will be present at the European Commission’s stand. The EU Hydrogen Week offers leaders, policy makers, researchers, and end users the opportunity to forge valuable connections and share knowledge.

European Mobility Week concludes with over 2700 towns and cities taking part (01/10/2024)

The European Mobility Week, an annual week-long campaign promoting sustainable urban mobility, has concluded with over 2700 towns and cities from more than 45 countries participating. This year's focus was on ‘shared public space', highlighting the benefits for all of more balanced road space allocation, and respect for other users. The week's activities included car-free days, cycling tours, and car parks transformed into green spaces. Together with partners, the European Commission organised a site visit to a 'school street' pedestrian area in Brussels to discuss how such initiatives can make the daily commute safer and more sustainable.

Rail market opening: competition leads to lower ticket prices, EU study finds (01/10/2024)

A study released by the European Commission highlights the user benefits of competition in both passenger rail and rail freight services. It reveals that increased competition in the EU rail market has resulted in significant reductions in ticket prices for rail passengers and in freight transportation costs. Efficiency gains are evident across all segments - passenger open access, public service obligations (PSO), and freight. These efficiency improvements also mean lower fares, increased frequency, more comfort, and cost savings.

European Commission seeks feedback on the Flight Emissions Label (01/10/2024)

A new public consultation on the draft proposal establishing an EU Flight Emissions Label (FEL) was launched last week. The initiative aims to provide passengers with trustworthy and harmonised environmental information about flights. The scheme would be available for voluntary use by airlines as of next year. Stakeholders and citizens are invited to send their feedback by 22 October 2024.

Women in Rail 2024 Award boosting female talent for a sustainable and competitive rail industry (01/10/2024)

In a bid to promote gender equality and highlight the contributions of women in the rail industry, the European Commission, together with Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking and the EU Agency for Railways, celebrated the Women in Rail 2024 Award, evaluating over 70 applications and awarding three outstanding initiatives. The award honoured companies committed to gender equality and empowering their female workers.

New European Coordinators appointed to help complete the trans-European transport network (01/10/2024)

Nine European Coordinators have been designated to help complete the trans-European transport network (TEN-T), a vast infrastructure network of railways, roads, and inland waterways connecting the European Union. Seven Coordinators will be in charge of seven out of the nine European Transport Corridors, and two in charge of related horizontal priorities – the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) and the European Maritime Space (EMS). Coordinators for the two remaining Corridors will be appointed in early 2025.

Ship Financing Portal to facilitate the maritime sector’s green transition (01/10/2024)

The European Commission invites all maritime stakeholders and financial institutions to familiarise themselves with the new Ship Financing Portal! The platform aims to improve access to financing for the shipping sector and the wider maritime industry, so as to foster a sustainable and competitive maritime sector.

New sub-groups under the Sustainable Transport Forum (01/10/2024)

In the wake of the adoption of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR), the European Commission has set up three new sub-groups under the Sustainable Transport Forum (STF) expert group. These include groups on hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for road transport vehicles, on zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, and on e-mobility public key infrastructure management.

Ukraine: 154 million tonnes (Mt) of goods exported via the Solidarity Lanes since May 2022 (01/10/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022. They establish new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy, having transported around 154 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and nearly 60 million tonnes of imports.

Harmonising rail standards and rules: ERA and Ukraine sign administrative agreement (01/10/2024)

An Administrative Arrangement signed between the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) and Ukraine’s Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development marks a significant next step towards technical harmonisation between the railway systems of the European Union and Ukraine. ERA will provide further expertise and technical support to the Ministry for Ukraine to become part of the Single European Railway Area. Both sides commit to a structured exchange on harmonising standards and regulation regarding railway safety, railway interoperability, train drivers’ legislation, and other areas falling within the scope of ERA.

CEF Transport: over €609 million for alternative fuel supply infrastructure (01/10/2024)

Some 59 project proposals requesting more than €609 million in co-funding have been submitted during this new phase of the CEF Transport Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF). The AFIF call was launched in February 2024, with a total budget of €1 billion. Deploying alternative fuels supply infrastructure will help decarbonise transport along the TEN-T network.

Info Day on the 2024 CEF Transport calls (02/10/2024)

Join the information session presenting the 2024 CEF Transport calls for proposals, which make available €2.5 billion for projects to build and modernise European transport infrastructure. The info day will guide applicants through the call priorities, and explain the application and evaluation processes, including the award criteria.

EASA Annual Safety Conference 2024 (30/10/2024)

EASA’s Annual Safety Conference 2024 will take place in Budapest, Hungary, on 30-31 October. The theme for the conference is ‘Safety – technology – and the human dimension’. The event is being held in conjunction with Hungary’s EU presidency and in cooperation with the Hungarian Civil Aviation Authority.

Passenger rights App (05/04/2017)

Download the "Your Passenger Rights" app to your smartphone to access information about your rights when travelling in the EU.

Interactive TENtec map (05/04/2017)

Interactive TENtec map

EU invests record €7 billion in sustainable, safe and smart transport infrastructure (29/07/2024)

The European Commission has selected 134 transport projects to receive over €7 billion in EU grants from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), the EU's instrument for strategic investment in infrastructure. This represents the largest call under the current CEF Transport programme. Around 83% of the funding will support projects that deliver on the EU’s climate objectives, improving and modernising the EU network of railways, inland waterways and maritime routes along the trans-European transport (TEN-T) network. Rail projects will receive 80% of the €7 billion. Funding will go to major projects to improve cross-border rail connections along the TEN-T core network – for example, in the Baltic Member States (Rail Baltica), between France and Italy (Lyon-Turin), and between Denmark and Germany (Fehmarnbelt tunnel).

Since May 2022, the Solidarity Lanes have allowed Ukraine to export around 145 million tonnes (Mt) of goods (28/06/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022. They establish new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy, having transported ca. 145 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and nearly 56 million tonnes of imports.

Fifth International Ship Autonomy and Sustainability Summit (31/05/2024)

The Summit will shed new light on autonomy in shipping, and address what is really meant by MASS (Maritime Autonomous Ships and Shipping). Held for the first time in Germany, the event is co-organised by the European Commission’s Directorate General for Mobility and Transport and will be particularly relevant for maritime and inland shipping stakeholders. Registration will open soon.

Now online: Ship Financing Portal to boost the maritime sector's green transition (29/07/2024)

The Ship Financing Portal, designed to improve access to financing for the shipping sector and the wider maritime industry, is now online! The platform, launched by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport, provides a repository of available financial tools needed to drive fleet renewal and retrofitting, enhance efficiency, and reduce environmental impact – your go-to resource if you want to renew your fleet, invest in green tech or new projects.

European Mobility Week (16/09/2024)

European Mobility Week runs from 16 - 22 September every year, providing towns and cities with an opportunity to host a car-free day for all, accompanied by activities and innovative planning measures to promote new infrastructure and raise awareness of sustainable mobility options, such as public transport, walking and cycling.

InnoTrans 2024 (24/09/2024)

The European Commission, the European Union Agency for Railways and the Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking are teaming up for InnoTrans 2024, from 24 to 27 September in Berlin. The joint EU stand will host numerous events and showcase some of the latest rail innovations. Find us in hall 27, stand 511!

Horizon Europe: €163.5m available to fund green, smart and resilient transport and mobility research projects (31/05/2024)

The European Commission has launched two new calls for projects under Horizon Europe's Work Programme for 2023-2024 Cluster 5 – which groups together topics on climate action, energy and mobility.

Women In Rail Award 2024 – New date! (24/09/2024)

Join us for the 2024 Women in Rail Awards in Berlin! The award ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 24 September 2024, at the EU stand at InnoTrans in Berlin.

New EU Transport Report: Current trends and issues (29/07/2024)

The European Commission has released an overview of the latest developments in the EU transport sector, highlighting trends and issues for both the EU and individual Member States. Transport is crucial to our economy, with 1.3 million public and private companies employing 10.2 million people and providing goods and services across the EU. From 1995 to 2019, the volume of transported goods increased by 41%, and the transport of passengers grew by 33%, before the COVID-19 pandemic caused a temporary drop.

EU and ICAO strengthen commitment to global aviation safety, security, and sustainability (29/07/2024)

The European Union and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing global aviation safety, security, and sustainability during a meeting in Montreal. Co-chaired by Magda Kopczyńska, Director-General for Mobility and Transport of the European Commission, and Juan Carlos Salazar, Secretary General of ICAO, this EU-ICAO Joint Committee meeting focused on advancing collaborative efforts in international civil aviation. During the meeting, both parties signed agreements to increase cooperation in capacity building, technical assistance, and implementation support, as well as in continuous monitoring activities in aviation security.

New report from the European Road Safety Observatory: focus on helmets, seatbelts and child restraint systems (29/07/2024)

A new report from the European Road Safety Observatory shows that protective equipment such as helmets, seatbelts and child restraint systems have been very effective in protecting road users from death or serious injury. If used correctly, motorcycle helmets can reduce fatal crashes by around 40% and the chance of severe head injury by almost 70%. Similarly, bicycle helmets can reduce fatal injury to the head or brain by 71% on average.

Commission publishes new guidelines for more clarity on air passenger rights (29/07/2024)

The Commission published revised interpretative guidelines on air passenger rights that will facilitate compliance with regulations and harmonise enforcement by national bodies. Since 2016, the Commission has been providing guidelines to address common concerns raised by national enforcement bodies, passengers and their associations, and industry representatives. Today’s revision notably takes into account rulings by the Court of Justice since 2016 that clarify certain provisions, allowing for more effective and consistent enforcement of the rules. A new section on massive travel disruptions has also been added.

FuelEU Maritime Regulation: Q&A on implementation (29/07/2024)

The Regulation supports the transition towards more sustainable transport by mandating the gradual uptake of renewable and low-carbon fuels and the use of onshore power supply in ports to reduce greenhouse emissions and air pollution from the maritime shipping sector. The Regulation will apply in full from 1 January 2025, while its Articles 8 and 9 on monitoring plans will apply from 31 August 2024.

EASA issues Airbus certification (29/07/2024)

The award to Airbus of a Type Certificate for the A321XLR marks the end of a certification process for the European Union Aviation Safety Agency that lasted more than five years. Airbus’s aim for the new model was to offer a narrowbody aircraft which has additional fuel capacity and so is suited to long-haul flights.

EU transport five years on (28/06/2024)

The agenda for the 2019-2024 mandate was set when the European Green Deal was adopted in 2019. It tasked the EU with cutting transport emissions by 90% by 2050. Alongside a focus on sustainability, this mandate has also seen emphasis on digital technologies for greater efficiency, safety and convenience; solidarity with Ukraine; support for the EU’s transport sector as it recovered from COVID-19; and conditions for Europe’s travelling public and transport workers. Check out the Commission’s work to create a sustainable, smart, safe and resilient transport network!

A sustainable and resilient transport network bringing Europe closer together (11/06/2024)

The European Commission welcomes the final adoption of the Regulation underpinning the trans-European transport network (TEN-T) by the European Parliament and the Council. The revised Regulation significantly strengthens EU efforts to build a sustainable and resilient network as the backbone of the internal market. The Regulation includes strong incentives to promote more sustainable transport modes, advance digitalisation, and improve multimodality. It also addresses climate change challenges and military mobility on the TEN-T network.

Public Consultation: Greening Corporate Fleets (28/02/2024)

The corporate fleet markets for light and heavy-duty vehicles have a high yearly mileage and rapid vehicle turnover. They may therefore be well-suited to accelerating the move towards zero-emission mobility. Due to the broad role played by corporate vehicles across a spectrum of economic activities, the consultation aims to collect feedback from a spectrum of diverse stakeholders, considering the impacts an initiative in this field could have on all of them, as well as on society more broadly.

EU and Ukraine update and extend Road Transport Agreement (28/06/2024)

The EU and Ukraine decided to prolong and update their current road transport Agreement. The Agreement aims at helping Ukraine access world markets by facilitating transit through EU countries and further developing its links with the EU market. First signed on 29 June 2022 following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the agreement has substantially increased trade by road between Ukraine and the EU, to the benefit of both economies.

EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes: EU-funded scanners increase capacity at Hungarian-Ukrainian border (28/06/2024)

A new EU-funded mobile cargo scanner was delivered today to the border crossing point in Chop at the Hungarian-Ukrainian border, in a bid to improve the flow of trade. Valued at approximately €2.5 million, the donation is part of the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes, an initiative to establish new and improved transport routes in response to Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

European Union signs aviation agreement with the People's Republic of Bangladesh (28/06/2024)

The European Union and Bangladesh have signed a Horizontal Aviation Agreement. The agreement will allow any EU airline to operate flights between Bangladesh and any of the seven EU Member States whose bilateral air services agreements with Bangladesh does not already allow this. Previously, these bilateral air services agreements only permitted airlines owned and controlled by the signatory Member State or its nationals to fly between that country and the non-EU country.

Urban public transport – New recommendations adopted by Expert Group on Urban Mobility (28/06/2024)

The Commission’s Expert Group on Urban Mobility (EGUM) has adopted recommendations on complementing public transport with shared mobility, and on using the Social Climate Fund to support public transport. The recommendations address the European Commission, Member States, regional and local authorities.

57% of non-electric car drivers are considering purchasing an electric car in the future (28/06/2024)

A large survey by the European Alternative Fuels Observatory (EAFO) in 12 EU Member States found a positive attitude towards switching to battery-electric cars. Despite price being a hurdle, 57% of non-electric car drivers are considering purchasing an electric car in the future. This EAFO survey is one of the largest on consumer attitudes towards electromobility in the world. It surveyed both drivers of battery electric cars and drivers of conventional vehicles. Questions covered user behaviour and experience, attitudes and preferences as well as expectations for the future.

Launch of ERA's 2024 flagship reports: Insights into Safety, Interoperability & Environmental Impact of the EU Railways (02/07/2024)

How safe and how interoperable is the EU Railway System? On 2 July 2024, ERA will release two major reports, offering a comprehensive look into the current state of the European railways, while providing a glimpse into their future.

European elections coming up - #UseYourVote! (31/05/2024)

Between 6–9 June 2024, millions of Europeans will help shape the future of European democracy by taking part in the European elections. This is a special moment for EU citizens, who get to collectively decide on the future of the European Union. Don’t forget to use your vote!

EU transport five years on (31/05/2024)

The agenda for the 2019-2024 mandate was set when the European Green Deal was adopted in 2019. It tasked the EU with cutting transport emissions by 90% by 2050. The focus has not only been on sustainability, but also on digital technologies for greater efficiency, safety and convenience; on solidarity with Ukraine; on support to the EU’s transport sector as it recovered from COVID-19; and on conditions for Europe’s travelling public and transport workers. Check out the Commission’s work to create a sustainable, smart, safe and resilient transport network!

Two years of Solidarity Lanes have brought the EU, Ukraine and Moldova closer together (31/05/2024)

Two years ago, in May 2022, the European Commission, in collaboration with Ukraine and Moldova, created the Solidarity Lanes to help improve the EU–Ukraine–Moldova transport routes in response to Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Initially established to bypass Russia’s Black Sea blockade of Ukraine’s grain exports, today the Solidarity Lanes cover trade across all sectors. They allow Ukraine and Moldova to export all types of goods to world markets while also ensuring crucial imports reach Ukraine. Long-term, they will also play a pivotal role in Ukraine’s reconstruction and further integration into the EU single market.

EU supports improved Ukrainian–Moldovan border crossing cooperation as part of Solidarity Lanes (31/05/2024)

The European Commission, together with Ukraine, Moldova, Romania and the US inaugurated the renovated Ukrainian-Moldovan border crossing point in Reni, Ukraine. The group of countries began meeting last summer, when Russia withdrew from the Black Sea Grain initiative and attacked Ukraine’s port infrastructure to block Ukraine’s grain exports. In response, the group developed the Danube Action Plan, listing practical solutions to increase regional export capacity through alternative routes.

EASA: second release of Innovative Air Mobility Hub (31/05/2024)

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has launched the second release of its digital space for the exchange of information on air taxis and drones with a focus on privacy concerns. The Innovative Air Mobility Hub was launched in December 2023 and enables cities, regions, national authorities, operators, and manufacturers that have a role in the introduction of these air taxi and drone services to connect.

Second Transport Cybersecurity Conference – key conclusions (31/05/2024)

The second Transport Cybersecurity Conference took place in Brussels on 2 May 2024, attracting around 300 participants from across the transport sector. The event served as a pivotal platform for shaping future cybersecurity priorities in the transport domain and concluded with a call to continue collaborating and taking the cybersecurity agenda forward.

Transport Research Arena 2024: advancing sustainable and inclusive mobility (31/05/2024)

The Transport Research Arena (TRA) took place 15 – 18 April in Dublin. TRA is a key European transport event. The event covers all modes – road, rail, waterborne and air transport – and all aspects of mobility. Hosted by the Irish Department of Transport and co-organised by the European Commission, this year’s event welcomed around 4,000 visitors from Europe and beyond.

Europe’s Rail names new Executive Director (31/05/2024)

The Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking is pleased to announce that its Governing Board has appointed Giorgio Travaini as the new Executive Director. He will take on the responsibility for overseeing Europe’s Rail's organisation and driving initiatives aimed at accelerating the development and adoption of cutting-edge rail technologies.

Since May 2022, the Solidarity Lanes have allowed Ukraine to export around 136 million tonnes (Mt) of goods (31/05/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022, establishing new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy, transporting ca. 136 million tonnes of Ukrainian exports and about 52 million tonnes of imports.

First trajectory-based operations symposium - Register now! (04/06/2024)

The European Commission, European Union Aviation Safety Agency, EUROCONTROL, SESAR Deployment Manager and SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking are jointly organising the world’s first trajectory-based operations (TBO) symposium. The aim of the event is to showcase TBO’s benefits, and the progress being made towards realising the global TBO concept.

Charge Forward: Unveiling the EAFO 2023 Consumer Insights on EV Driving in Europe – Register now! (20/06/2024)

The event will unveil detailed country-specific reports alongside an overarching analysis of the European electric vehicle landscape. This will cover consumer perceptions on EV costs, driving range, and recharging infrastructure, as well as the impact of governmental incentives on EV adoption.

EU Agency for Railways: Human and Organisational Factors Conference (22/10/2024)

This conference organised by the EU Agency for Railways aims at providing practical examples of how Human and Organisational Factors (HOF) is integrated daily within risk management. HOF are at the heart of safety operations and management and play a key role in both operational safety and occupational safety. You can also submit a proposal to share your good practice at the conference – deadline: 15 May 2024.

2nd Transport Cybersecurity Conference – Register now! (30/04/2024)

Secure your spot now at the Transport Cybersecurity Conference in Brussels! Organised in collaboration with DG CNECT and key EU transport and cybersecurity stakeholders, the conference will provide a platform for European transport and cybersecurity actors to meet, share valuable insights, and exchange best practices and ideas.

European elections coming up - #UseYourVote! (30/04/2024)

Between 6–9 June 2024, millions of Europeans will help shape the future of European democracy by taking part in the European elections. This is a special moment for EU citizens, who get to collectively decide on the future of the European Union. Don’t forget to use your vote!

More than 3.000 participants at Connecting Europe Days (30/04/2024)

Connecting Europe Days took place in Brussels from 2 to 5 April at different venues, including an airport, port, and a museum. Participants from 82 countries participated in over 50 sessions on topics related to safe, sustainable, competitive, and inclusive transport, that is fit for tomorrow.

EU transport 5 years on (30/04/2024)

The agenda for the 2019-2024 mandate was set by the adoption of the European Green Deal in 2019. It tasked the EU with cutting transport emissions by 90% by 2050. The focus was not only on sustainability, but also on digital technologies for greater efficiency, safety and convenience; on solidarity with Ukraine; on support to the EU’s transport sector as it recovered from COVID-19; and on conditions for Europe’s travelling public and transport workers. Check the Commission’s work to create a sustainable, smart, safe and resilient transport network!

EU institutions commit to boost cycling across Europe (30/04/2024)

The EU has taken another important step in reducing transport emissions by adopting the European Declaration on Cycling. In the margins of the Informal Transport European Council, Adina Vălean, Commissioner for Transport, signed the declaration together with Karima Delli, Chair of the Transport Committee of the European Parliament, and Georges Gilkinet, Deputy Prime Minister of Belgium.

Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation: Q&A on operating recharging infrastructure (30/04/2024)

The Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) came into force on 13 April 2024, supporting the transition to more sustainable transport by setting obligatory targets for recharging and refuelling transport infrastructure. It is a step towards seamless zero-emission passenger and freight road transport, dismantling trade barriers, and creating economies of scale for manufacturers and infrastructure operators. A new Commission document answers questions on the operation of recharging infrastructure.

New interactive page showcases positive impact of CEF Transport (30/04/2024)

As part of the activities linked to the 10th anniversary of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Programme, CINEA has launched a new interactive webpage to showcase its contribution to greening and decarbonising the transport sector. CEF is a key EU funding instrument for delivering the European Green Deal and an important enabler for the Union’s decarbonisation objectives for 2030 and 2050.

Commission paves way for safe integration of ‘air taxis' and other innovative drone uses (30/04/2024)

The European Commission has adopted a set of measures to address the unique safety challenges of new emerging air mobility concepts and services and ensure that their operations are as safe as those in manned aviation. The package targets two emerging areas in aviation: manned aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing, as well as higher-risk unmanned drone operations. The aim is to unify and streamline the regulatory landscape across Member States, improving oversight and operational safety standards.

Urban Vehicle Access Regulations (UVARs) – recommendations by the Expert Group on Urban Mobility (30/04/2024)

The European Commission Expert Group on Urban Mobility (EGUM) has made recommendations to the European Commission on ‘urban vehicle access regulations (UVARs)’. The recommendations entail best practices and possible actions from stakeholders on operating more seamless UVARs from a personal mobility and freight dimension. They cover improved information for road-users, non-resident stakeholder methodologies, demonstrations of user-friendly compliance and enforcement practices, and continued dialogue within urban mobility forums.

ERA: 20 Years of Empowering European Railways (30/04/2024)

For two decades, the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) has been at the forefront of transforming Europe's railway landscape. With a team of 200 dedicated professionals representing 23 nationalities, ERA has been instrumental in advancing the vision of a sustainable and safe railway system without borders.

EU Road Safety Conference 2024 – recording available! (30/04/2024)

The EU Road Safety Conference on 16 April 2024 was an opportunity to engage with EU Member State authorities and all stakeholders on the progress being made with implementing the Safe System approach and with achieving the goal of halving road deaths by 2030.

20 years together (30/04/2024)

20 years ago, our European family grew bigger. On 1 May 2004, the citizens of Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia became citizens of the EU. Overnight, our Union became a greater political, economic and cultural entity, stretching from Tallinn to Lisbon, from Valletta to Stockholm, from Dublin to Nicosia. Bulgaria, Romania and Croatia’s accession a few years later has made our Union even stronger.

Solidarity Lanes: Latest figures – March 2024 (30/04/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022, establishing new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy.

EU boosts zero-emission mobility with over €424 million in funding for 42 projects (30/04/2024)

The European Commission has announced the selection of 42 new projects deploying alternative fuels infrastructure that will receive over €424 million in EU support. The projects will aid the installation of electric recharging points and hydrogen refuelling stations, as well as the electrification of airports, taking Europe closer to its Green Deal goals. Financing will come from the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) of the Connecting Europe Facility.

EU Open Day (04/05/2024)

This year EU Open Day in Brussels will be held on Saturday 4th May. With the European Elections (6-9 June) around the corner, join a vibrant array of events and activities held in Brussels, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, and across the EU Member States. Use this opportunity to better understand how the European Union shapes our daily life and how you can contribute to it!

Register now for the Transport Cybersecurity Conference in Brussels! (03/04/2024)

Join us for the second Transport Cybersecurity Conference taking place on 2 May 2024 in Brussels, Belgium.

European Alternative Fuels Observatory (21/02/2023)

European Alternative Fuels Observatory

Commission proposes to prolong road transport agreements with Ukraine and Moldova and introduces updates to the agreement with Ukraine (25/03/2024)

The proposals include updates to the agreement with Ukraine to improve its practical implementation and enforcement while maintaining its objectives and scope. The original agreements were signed in June 2022 and later extended until end of June 2024. They give bilateral transport rights to Ukrainian, Moldovan and EU hauliers for each other's territories. With traditional transport routes in the region disrupted or closed due to Russian's war of aggression against Ukraine, the prolongation until at least the end of 2025 will help secure supply chains and support the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes.

2023 figures show stalling progress in reducing road fatalities in too many countries (25/03/2024)

The European Commission has published preliminary figures on road fatalities for 2023. Around 20,400 people were killed in road crashes in the EU last year, a small 1% decrease on 2022. Despite some progress since the baseline year of 2019, few Member States are on track to meet the target of halving the number of road deaths by 2030.

Follow DG Magda Kopczyńska on X (25/03/2024)

Follow DG Magda Kopczyńska on X

EU and Ukraine continue strengthening Solidarity Lanes and cooperation on connectivity, safety and sustainability of transport (25/03/2024)

The third high-level meeting of the EU-Ukraine Transport Dialogue took place in Kyiv, focusing on efforts to keep Ukraine's exports and imports moving via the Solidarity Lanes, improving connectivity, safety and security as well as sustainability.

Solidarity Lanes: Latest figures (25/03/2024)

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU, together with Ukraine and Moldova launched the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes in May 2022, establishing new transport routes to keep Ukraine’s imports and exports flowing via rail, road and inland waterways. Today, the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes have become a lifeline for Ukraine’s economy.

Budapest and online platform Nudgd recognised for green mobility activities in the European urban mobility awards (25/03/2024)

Budapest was awarded the European Mobility Week Award in a ceremony in Brussels, while online platform Nudgd won the Mobility Action award. Both awards reward activities conducted in 2023. The jury selected the City of Budapest for its car-free weekend and Car-Free Day on 22 September 2023. Nudgd, a Swedish online platform, impressed the jury with its use of behavioural science to promote sustainable school travel in Helsingborg.

Honours for Diversity and Inclusion in Maritime, 8 March 2024 (25/03/2024)

Maritime transport, vital for global trade, faces challenges like staff shortages and lack of diversity. The Belgian EU Presidency hosted the 'Conference on the Wellbeing of Seafarers' on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2024, featuring the 'Honours for Diversity and Inclusion in Maritime' award ceremony.

EUROCONTROL All Together Now 2024 guide – calling all pilots, flight dispatchers & ATCOs! (25/03/2024)

EUROCONTROL has released the 2024 edition of its hands-on guide to help flight dispatchers, pilots, air traffic controllers, flow management positions and airports understand how to best cooperate with the EUROCONTROL Network Manager to ensure efficient, optimal air traffic in the Network, in view of increased air traffic levels in summer 2024. Take a look at the #ATN2024 guide and share it with colleagues who may be able to profit from the information!

European Commission makes €1bn available for recharging and refuelling points (25/03/2024)

The European Commission has launched a call for proposals under the Connecting Europe Facility – Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF). €1 billion is available to support the deployment of alternative fuels supply infrastructure for road, maritime, inland waterway and air transport along TEN-T, the trans-European transport network. This second phase of AFIF (2024-2025) will support accessible electric recharging points and hydrogen refuelling stations across the European Union's main transport corridors and hubs.

Connecting Europe Days: register now! (02/04/2024)

Join us for Connecting Europe Days 2024, Europe’s mobility flagship event in Brussels, Belgium. The event will bring together key transport stakeholders to discuss concrete measures and exchange good practices on creating a fully decarbonised, resilient, and digital transport network in Europe. Register now!

Transport Research Arena (TRA) (15/04/2024)

The theme for Transport Research Arena (TRA) 2024 is “Transport Transitions: Advancing Sustainable and Inclusive Mobility”. TRA is co-organised by the European Commission and is the foremost European transport event that covers all transport modes and all aspects of mobility. It is the largest European research and technology conference on transport and mobility. Sign up now!

EU Road Safety Conference 2024 – Register now! (16/04/2024)

The EU and its Member States committed to halving road deaths and serious injuries by 2030. Are we on track to reach that goal? The 2024 EU Road Safety Conference will offer a forum for analysis and exchange between senior EU politicians, policy makers and the wider European road safety community. We look forward to seeing you in Dublin!

ERTMS 2024 Conference (25/04/2024)

The next edition of the ERTMS 2024 Conference will focus on the new features and functionalities integrated into ERTMS as a result of the CCS TSI revision. It will also give light to the successes and challenges of current deployment of ERTMS across Europe. With three days of panel sessions, workshops and exchange of experience, this conference is an excellent opportunity to meet and discuss ERTMS with EU policy makers, national authorities and industry representatives.

2nd Transport Cybersecurity Conference – Register now! (02/05/2024)

Register now for the second Transport Cybersecurity Conference organised by DG MOVE, in collaboration with DG CNECT, as well as key EU transport and cybersecurity agencies and stakeholders. The conference will provide a platform for European transport and cybersecurity actors to meet, share valuable insights, and exchange best practices and ideas.

2024 CEF Transport Alternative Fuels call virtual info day (05/04/2024)

CINEA will be organising a virtual info day on 8 April 2024 to explain the priorities and the application steps of the 2024 CEF Transport Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) call for proposals. The call makes EUR 1 billion available: EUR 780 million under the General envelope and EUR 220 million under the Cohesion envelope.

Horizon Europe: Over €310 million available to fund new energy and mobility research projects (19/01/2024)

The European Commission has launched new calls for projects under Horizon Europe's Work Programme for 2023-2024 Cluster 5 – which groups together topics on Climate Action, Energy and Mobility. A total of €310.05 million in EU funding is available. The overarching driver for this cluster is to accelerate the twin green and digital transitions and associated transformation of our economy, industry and society.