14 February 2024
On the 14th of February, the TRAN Committee approved the provisional agreement, which was reached in December 2023 between Parliament and Council negotiators, on updated guidelines for the trans-European transport network (TEN-T).
MEPs advocated for a stronger emphasis on intermodal transport, particularly focusing on rail, inland waterways, and short-sea shipping. The new regulations will prioritize electrified railways within the core TEN-T network, enabling speeds of 160 km/h for passenger rail and 100 km/h for freight.
According to the agreed text, EU member states have committed to completing significant transport infrastructure projects on the core TEN-T network by the end of 2030 and on a comprehensive network by 2050. The primary objective is to address bottlenecks and enhance connectivity across the EU.
The next step involves the full House's approval of the provisional agreement on TEN-T rules, which will probably take place during the April plenary session in Strasbourg.