EU transport funding must remain centralized under CEF III to avoid delays in completing key corridors vital for Europe’s economy, climate goals, and transport integration. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

EU transport funding must remain centralized under CEF III to avoid delays in completing key corridors vital for Europe’s economy, climate goals, and transport integration
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Leaders of four major infrastructure projects—Rail Baltica, TELT, BBT, and Canal Seine–Nord Europe—issued a joint statement pushing for continued EU-level investment. They warned that shifting to national schemes risks fragmentation and slower progress.

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Marko Kivila, CEO of Rail Baltica, noted that the initiative links the Baltic States to Poland and the wider EU. “These are not national projects—they are European,” he said. “Only joint investment will make them succeed.”

The statement proposes five key actions:

  • Strengthen CEF III funding structure
  • Focus on strategic European corridors
  • Ensure stable long-term co-financing
  • Cut bureaucratic delays
  • Promote collaboration with private partners

TELT highlights progress with EU transport funding

TELT, in charge of the Lyon–Turin tunnel, reported that 25% of tunneling is complete. Over 3,000 workers operate across 11 sites. Leaders stressed that financial security and strong local support are critical to keep construction on schedule.

BBT SE, managing the Brenner Base Tunnel between Austria and Italy, confirmed 86% of the excavation is done. Once completed, the tunnel will shift freight from road to rail, cutting travel times and lowering emissions across the Alps.

Canal Seine–Nord Europe depends on EU transport funding

The Canal Seine–Nord Europe project, linking northern France with Belgium, has entered a vital construction phase. Bridges and locks are underway. Project director Jérôme Dezobry emphasized that consistent EU support is essential to avoid disruption.

The joint appeal was published during the 20th anniversary of the European TEN-T Coordinators. Project leaders used the occasion to underline the long-term value of unified transport investment for a greener, more connected Europe.

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