Transport news — 2026-08-06

Transport authority in Turkey publishes transport statement

Turkey's transport authority has published a new transport-related statement. Source: Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (UAB).

Based on: UAB (Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)

Turkey issues official aviation update

The Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (UAB) has issued an aviation statement. Full details are available from the Turkish Ministry of Transport...

Based on: UAB (Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)

New aviation guidance published in Turkey

Transport officials in Turkey have announced an aviation update. The complete statement is published by the Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (U...

Based on: UAB (Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)

Turkey transport sector: official transport report

An official statement from Turkey's transport ministry describes a new transport-related statement. For further information, see the official Turkish Ministry...

Based on: UAB (Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)

Official bridge update issued in Turkey

Turkey's transport ministry has released a bridge statement. The Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (UAB) has published the complete announcement.

Based on: UAB (Turkey Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)

Poland announces 408 million road infrastructure programme

Poland's transport authority has published a road infrastructure initiative valued at 408 million. Full details are available from the Polish Ministry of Infra...

New railway guidance published in Spain

The Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has issued new guidance on railway. The Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has p...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

New transport initiative of 33.5 million euros reported in Spain

Transport officials in Spain have announced a transport initiative valued at 33.5 million euros. The announcement also references an additional figure of 33.5...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

Spain announces 43 million euros transport programme

The transport authority in Spain has reported a transport initiative valued at 43 million euros. The announcement also references an additional figure of 43.34...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

Transport authority in Latvia publishes bus / public transport statement

Transport officials in Latvia have announced a bus / public transport update. Source: Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD).

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Latvia: road safety update from transport authority

Latvia's transport authority has published a road safety update. The measure carries an effective date of 04.08.2026. Full details are available from the Latvi...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Spain transport authority allocates 9 million euros for transport

An official statement from Spain's transport ministry describes a new transport programme with an allocated budget of 9 million euros. The announcement also re...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

Spain commits 13.8 million to transport improvements

Spain's transport ministry has released plans for transport improvements, with funding of 13.8 million confirmed. The complete statement is published by the Sp...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

Official: Spain bus / public transport project worth 40.7 million euros

Officials at the Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility have confirmed a bus / public transport investment of 40.7 million euros. The announcem...

Based on: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (Spain)

France: infrastructure investment update from transport authority

France's transport authority has published an infrastructure investment update. Full details are available from the French Ministry for Ecological Transition.

Transport authority in France publishes transport statement

The French Ministry for Ecological Transition has issued a new transport-related statement. The complete statement is published by the French Ministry for Ecol...

France issues official aviation update

Transport officials in France have announced an aviation statement. For further information, see the official French Ministry for Ecological Transition release.

New transport guidance published in France

An official statement from France's transport ministry describes a transport sector update. The French Ministry for Ecological Transition has published the com...

Solidarity Lanes: stronger cooperation to safeguard Ukraine’s access to world markets

Today, high-level representatives from Ukraine, Romania, Moldova and the European Commission discussed security threats to commercial navigation in the Black S...

European Commission outlines practical steps for implementing new EU rules on driving licences and...

The European Commission has published its implementation strategy for its Directives to modernise EU rules on driving licences and driving disqualifications.

Transport authority in Latvia publishes transport statement

The Latvian Road Safety Directorate (CSDD) has issued a new transport-related statement. This announcement is dated 29.07.2026. The complete statement is publi...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

France transport sector: official transport report

France's transport ministry has released a new transport-related statement. Source: French Ministry for Ecological Transition.

Commission endorses Latvia's €617 million Social Climate Plan

This is the third national plan approved under the new Social Climate Fund. Using carbon pricing revenues, the Fund ensures a fair and inclusive clean transiti...

Commission endorses Malta's €60 million Social Climate Plan to support vulnerable households and sm...

The European Commission has today endorsed Malta's Social Climate Plan – the fourth national plan adopted under the Social Climate Fund using revenues from car...

New EU Transport and Tourism report highlights key trends and developments

The European Commission has published an overview of recent developments in the EU transport and tourism sectors, presenting key trends and indicators at EU le...

Solidarity Lanes: Latest figures – June 2026

Latest figures on Ukrainian exports and imports via the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes: new transport routes established in the face of Russia’s war of aggression...

Latvia issues official bus / public transport update

An official statement from Latvia's transport ministry describes new guidance on bus / public transport. A figure of 50,01% is cited in the official text. Full...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

New regulation guidance published in Latvia

Latvia's transport ministry has released a regulation statement. The complete statement is published by the Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD).

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Latvia transport sector: official electric railway report

Officials at the Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD) have confirmed an electric railway update. For further information, see the official Latvian Pub...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Latvia issues official road safety update

Transport officials in Latvia have announced a road safety statement. According to the statement, the relevant date is 28.07.2026. For further information, see...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Transport authority in Poland publishes road infrastructure statement

The Polish Ministry of Infrastructure has issued new guidance on road infrastructure. The complete statement is published by the Polish Ministry of Infrastruct...

Poland issues official road infrastructure update

Transport officials in Poland have announced a road infrastructure statement. For further information, see the official Polish Ministry of Infrastructure relea...

France: transport update from transport authority

France's transport authority has published a transport sector update. Full details are available from the French Ministry for Ecological Transition.

Poland transport authority allocates 475 million for infrastructure investment

An official statement from Poland's transport ministry describes an infrastructure investment investment of 475 million. The Polish Ministry of Infrastructure...

New road safety guidance published in Latvia

An official statement from Latvia's transport ministry describes a road safety update. The measure carries an effective date of 24.07.2026. The Latvian Road Sa...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Poland transport sector: official transport report

Poland's transport ministry has released a new transport-related statement. Source: Polish Ministry of Infrastructure.

New aviation guidance published in Finland

The transport authority in Finland has reported an aviation update. For further information, see the official Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Latvia transport sector: official road safety report

Latvia's transport ministry has released new guidance on road safety. This announcement is dated 16.07.2026. Source: Latvian Road Safety Directorate (CSDD).

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

July infringements package: key decisions

July infringements package: key decisions

Have your say on the progress review of the Drone Strategy 2.0

The Commission is inviting citizens and stakeholders alike to support the progress review of the Drone Strategy 2.0 by sharing their views on the future of Eur...

Official transport update issued in Latvia

Officials at the Latvian Road Safety Directorate (CSDD) have confirmed an update on transport operations. According to the statement, the relevant date is 15.0...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Solidarity Lanes: Latest figures – May 2026

Latest figures on Ukrainian exports and imports via the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes: new transport routes established in the face of Russia’s war of aggression...

Latvia: transport ministry reports on transport

The transport authority in Latvia has reported a transport sector update. The measure carries an effective date of 13.07.2026. The complete statement is publis...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Continuously open call for applications for the selection of members of commission expert group on...

The Commission is selecting members for the expert group on transport emissions accounting

Finland transport sector: official maritime / port report

Finland's transport authority has published new guidance on maritime / port. The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications (LVM) has published the compl...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Commission adopts Implementing Regulation to strengthen sustainable urban mobility through harmonis...

The European Commission has today adopted an Implementing Regulation establishing a common set of urban mobility indicators to be applied across the European U...

Road safety developments confirmed in Latvia

Latvia's transport authority has published new guidance on road safety. This announcement is dated 09.07.2026. For further information, see the official Latvia...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Latvia: road safety update from transport authority

The Latvian Road Safety Directorate (CSDD) has issued a road safety statement. According to the statement, the relevant date is 08.07.2026. The Latvian Road Sa...

Based on: CSDD (Latvia Road Safety Directorate)

Official digital services update issued in Finland

The Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications (LVM) has issued a digital services statement. Source: Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications (L...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Official transport update issued in Latvia

The transport authority in Latvia has reported a new transport-related statement. The Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD) has published the complete...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Poland: road infrastructure update from transport authority

Poland's transport authority has published a road infrastructure update. Full details are available from the GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate).

Transport authority in France publishes transport statement

The French Ministry for Ecological Transition has issued a new transport-related statement. The complete statement is published by the French Ministry for Ecol...

New EU rules will improve cross-border rail traffic and optimise network capacity

The European Union has adopted new rules on the use of railway infrastructure capacity, marking a significant step towards a more efficient, coordinated and re...

Transport authority in Poland publishes transport statement

The GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate) has issued a new transport-related statement. The complete statement is published by the GITD (Polish Road Transp...

Latvia: transport ministry reports on electric railway

Latvia's transport authority has published an electric railway statement. Source: Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD).

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Taxi / ride-hail developments confirmed in Latvia

The Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD) has issued a taxi / ride-hail update. Full details are available from the Latvian Public Transport Administra...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

CEF Transport: €1.1 billion available for infrastructure projects across the EU

The Commission launched the 2026 call for proposals under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), making €1.1 billion available to build and modernise transport...

Commission welcomes launch of Prague-Berlin-Copenhagen rail service

The Commission welcomes the launch of the new direct rail service connecting Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen, marking an important milestone for cross-border rai...

Better enforcement of passenger rights: new EU agreement strengthens protection across all modes of...

The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on improved enforcement of passenger rights across...

Finland: transport ministry reports on transport

Transport officials in Finland have announced a transport sector update. Full details are available from the Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications (...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Strategic Dialogue on financing high-speed rail with investors

The Commission convened a Strategic Dialogue with investors and rail sector stakeholders to discuss how to scale up financing for high-speed rail infrastructur...

France issues official transport update

Transport officials in France have announced an update on transport operations. For further information, see the official French Ministry for Ecological Transi...

European Union signs aviation agreement with Kazakhstan

The EU and the Republic of Kazakhstan have signed a Horizontal Aviation Agreement.

Commission welcomes landmark agreement on revised air passenger rights

The Commission welcomes the political agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU on the revision of EU air passenger rights.

Latvia: transport update from transport authority

Transport officials in Latvia have announced a new transport-related statement. The complete statement is published by the Latvian Public Transport Administrat...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Commission welcomes Council agreement paving the way for stronger EU military mobility

The Commission welcomes the Council’s general approach on its negotiating mandate for the Military Mobility Regulation.

Transport authority in Latvia publishes transport statement

An official statement from Latvia's transport ministry describes an update on transport operations. For further information, see the official Latvian Public Tr...

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Latvia issues official transport update

Latvia's transport ministry has released a transport sector update. The Latvian Public Transport Administration (ATD) has published the complete announcement.

Based on: ATD (Latvia Public Transport Administration)

Digital services developments confirmed in Finland

An official statement from Finland's transport ministry describes new guidance on digital services. The complete statement is published by the Finnish Ministry...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Finland: maritime / port update from transport authority

Finland's transport ministry has released a maritime / port statement. For further information, see the official Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communicatio...

Based on: LVM (Finland Ministry of Transport and Communications)

Poland issues official transport update

Transport officials in Poland have announced an update on transport operations. For further information, see the official GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspector...

New guidelines to improve EU sustainable urban mobility planning

The third edition (2026) of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP) Guidelines will provide cities across Europe with improved support to plan, develop...

Commission updates EU Air Safety List: all air carriers from Kyrgyzstan removed, Air Express Algeri...

The Commission updated the EU Air Safety List, the list of airlines that are subject to an operating ban or operational restrictions within the European Union,...

EU Ministers back cross-border initiative for autonomous vehicle testbeds

18 Member States signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on large-scale cross-border testbeds for autonomous vehicles together with Commissioner for Sustainable T...

EU Ministers back zero-emission truck corridors

EU ministers from 9 Member States endorsed the first two roadmaps developed under the Clean Transport Corridor Initiative (CTCI)

June infringements package: key decisions

June infringements package: key decisions

Deadline extended for 2026 Excellence in Road Safety Awards

Recognising outstanding and innovative actions that contribute to safer roads across Europe.

New Cycling Counts study provides first EU-wide baseline for cycling infrastructure and data collec...

On the World Bicycle Day, the Commission has published a Cycling Counts study assessing the current state of cycling within the EU.

New EU rules harmonising transport emissions calculations take effect

The CountEmissionsEU framework entered into force, establishing the first EU-wide standardised methodology for calculating emissions from freight and passenger...

Europe for Aviation for more modern and efficient ATM in Europe

Nine European institutions showcased their joint vision and progress toward a more modern and effective air traffic management system in Europe at Airspace Wor...

Solidarity Lanes: Latest figures – April 2026

Latest figures on Ukrainian exports and imports via the EU-Ukraine Solidarity Lanes: new transport routes established in the face of Russia’s war of aggression...

Selection process for European TEN-T Coordinator

The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport has launched the procedure for the selection of a new European TEN-T Coordinator for t...

New infrastructure investment guidance published in Estonia

Officials at the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM) have confirmed new guidance on infrastructure investment. Source: Estonian Ministry of Economic Af...

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Estonia transport sector: official transport safety report

The transport authority in Estonia has reported a transport safety statement. Full details are available from the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM).

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

New transport guidance published in Poland

An official statement from Poland's transport ministry describes a transport sector update. The GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate) has published the com...

Poland transport sector: official transport report

Poland's transport ministry has released a new transport-related statement. Source: GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate).

Official aviation update issued in Estonia

Estonia's transport authority has published an aviation update. The complete statement is published by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM).

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Official transport update issued in Poland

Officials at the GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate) have confirmed an update on transport operations. Full details are available from the GITD (Polish R...

Poland: transport ministry reports on transport

The transport authority in Poland has reported a transport sector update. The complete statement is published by the GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate).

Estonia: transport ministry reports on passenger services

The Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM) has issued new guidance on passenger services. For further information, see the official Estonian Ministry of E...

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Transport developments confirmed in Poland

Poland's transport authority has published a new transport-related statement. For further information, see the official GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorat...

Transport safety developments confirmed in Estonia

Transport officials in Estonia have announced a transport safety statement. The Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM) has published the complete announce...

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Estonia: freight update from transport authority

An official statement from Estonia's transport ministry describes a freight update. Source: Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM).

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Transport authority in Estonia publishes aviation statement

Estonia's transport ministry has released new guidance on aviation. Full details are available from the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM).

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Poland: transport update from transport authority

The GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate) has issued an update on transport operations. The GITD (Polish Road Transport Inspectorate) has published the com...

Estonia issues official infrastructure investment update

Officials at the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs (MKM) have confirmed an infrastructure investment statement. The update references 0,6% in its assessmen...

Based on: MKM (Estonia Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications)

Bulgaria: regulation update from transport authority

Bulgaria's transport authority has published a regulation update. The measure carries an effective date of 10/18/202. Full details are available from the Bulga...

Transport authority in Italy publishes railway statement

Officials at the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) have confirmed a railway update. The Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Italy issues official transport update

The transport authority in Italy has reported a new transport-related statement. Source: Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT).

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

New transport guidance published in Italy

Italy's transport authority has published an update on transport operations. Full details are available from the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transpo...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Italy transport sector: official vehicle registration report

The Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) has issued a vehicle registration update. The complete statement is published by the Italian Ministr...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Official railway update issued in Italy

Transport officials in Italy have announced new guidance on railway. For further information, see the official Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

New maritime / port initiative of 40 million reported in Italy

An official statement from Italy's transport ministry describes plans for maritime / port improvements, with funding of 40 million confirmed. The Italian Minis...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Transport developments confirmed in Italy

Italy's transport ministry has released a transport sector update. Source: Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT).

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Italy: maritime / port update from transport authority

Officials at the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) have confirmed new guidance on maritime / port. Full details are available from the Ita...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Transport authority in Italy publishes bridge statement

The transport authority in Italy has reported a bridge statement. The complete statement is published by the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)

Italy issues official transport update

Italy's transport authority has published a transport sector update. For further information, see the official Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport...

Based on: MIT (Italy Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport)