Highlights
EU stands with Ukraine – Transport measures
In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the EU stands in solidarity with Ukraine. The EU is acting swiftly and decisively to put an end to Russia’s aggression by imposing wide-ranging sanctions and measures. In parallel, it is supporting the Ukrainian people by providing financial, military and humanitarian assistance. This page collects information on transport measures.
#BikesForUkraine campaign
The staff of the European Commission's Directorate-General for Mobility & Transport (DG MOVE) has organised a bike collection to support the #BikesForUkraine campaign.
News
European Green Deal: Agreement reached on cutting maritime transport emissions by promoting sustainable fuels for shipping
The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached between the Parliament and the Council that increases the maritime transport sector's contribution to reaching the EU-wide target of reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030, and to achieving climate neutrality in 2050.
Reducing transport emissions: Commission adopts guidelines to improve vehicle inspections
The European Commission today published a recommendation to improve the periodical technical inspection of vehicles.
Alternative fuels infrastructure: €189 million in EU funding for projects supporting greener mobility
The Commission announced 26 projects from 12 Member States selected for funding to install alternative fuels infrastructure along the trans-European transport network (TEN-T).
Italy: InvestEU - €3.4 billion to modernise the Palermo-Catania railway line
The modernisation of 178 km of the Palermo-Catania line will reduce current travel times by a third, linking the two cities with a direct two-hour rail service, which will have a significant impact on economic, social, and sustainable development in Sicily.
Commission guides Member States on sustainable urban mobility planning
On 8 March, the Commission adopted a Recommendation designed to help Member States support their towns and cities in cutting transport emissions and improving urban mobility.
Sustainable Transport Forum – new membership appointments
Appointment of the Members of the group of experts on alternative transport fuels ('the Sustainable Transport Forum')