Transport in the EU

News and information about the European Union's transport policies.

EU set to impose duties on electric vehicles from China — 30 October 2024, 21:48 CET

The EU Commission concluded an anti-subsidy investigation into electric cars from China Tuesday by imposing duties on EV imports for a period of five years while discussions on price undertakings continue.

Brussels proposes digital passports for Schengen area — 09 October 2024, 22:42 CET

The EU Commission adopted Tuesday proposals to digitalise passports and identity cards - an 'EU Digital Travel application' - for individuals travelling to and from the Schengen area.

EU opens offer for 35,500 free travel passes for young people — 02 October 2024, 17:20 CET

The European Commission opened applications Wednesday for the latest round of the EU's 'DiscoverEU' initiative, giving thousands of 18-year-olds the opportunity to explore Europe at no cost.

EU issues EUR 2.5bn call to boost Europe's transport network — 28 September 2024, 00:12 CET

The EU Commission made available €2.5 billion Wednesday for projects to modernise the EU's transport infrastructure under its 2024 Connecting Europe facilty, which includes Ukraine and Moldova.

Automotive Steering Systems Europe 2024 Conference (Munich, Germany, from 26 November 2024, 07:30 CET to 28 November 2024, 17:00 CET) —

The Automotive Steering Systems Europe 2024 Conference - part of the Automotive Chassis Systems Conferences - returns to Munich, Germany on November 26-28, 2024.

Brussels updates guidelines on air passenger rights — 25 July 2024, 00:16 CET

The Commission published revised guidelines Monday on air passenger rights which facilitate compliance with regulations and harmonise enforcement by national bodies.

EUR 7 bn for projects to transform Europe's transport network — 18 July 2024, 17:01 CET

The Commission selected 134 transport projects Wednesday to receive over EUR 7 bn in EU grants from the Connecting Europe Facility, the EU's instrument for strategic investment in infrastructure.

EU slaps tariffs on electric cars from China — 04 July 2024, 22:42 CET

The EU Commission imposed provisional tariffs Thursday on imports of electric cars made in China, stating unfair subsidies they receive, but hopes for a resolution rest on ongoing discussions with China.

AVERE E-Mobility Conference 2024 (Monaco, from 13 November 2024, 08:30 CET to 14 November 2024, 21:00 CET) —

The AVERE E-Mobility Conference 2024 will take place in Monaco on 13-14 November 2024.

EU, Ukraine update and extend road transport agreement — 20 June 2024, 18:24 CET

The EU and Ukraine extended their road transport agreement Thursday, which helps Ukraine access world markets by facilitating transit through EU countries and strengthens its links with the EU market.

EU regulators raid consultancy in tyre cartel probe — 18 June 2024, 23:16 CET

The Commission carried out unannounced inspections Tuesday at the premises of a consultancy firm involved in the tyres sector, over concerns it may have violated EU antitrust rules prohibiting cartels.

Final green light for Europe's sustainable transport network — 13 June 2024, 23:18 CET

The EU Council adopted a revised regulation Thursday regarding EU guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network (TEN-T), focusing on efficient and green mobility.

EU set to impose new tariffs on Chinese electric cars — 12 June 2024, 18:27 CET

The EU Commission said Wednesday it would impose provisional countervailing duties on imports of electric cars manufactured in China, based on first findings of an anti-subsidy investigation.

EU gives away 35K free passes for young people to discover Europe — 03 June 2024, 23:58 CET

35,511 young people are to receive EU travel passes to travel Europe for free, starting this summer, the European Commission announced Monday, in the latest round of the DiscoverEU scheme.

Connected Vehicles Europe 2024 Conference (United Kingdom, from 11 November 2024, 09:00 CET to 14 November 2024, 17:00 CET) —

The Connected Vehicles Europe 2024 Conference will take place in the Unikted Kingdom on 11 to 14 November, 2024.

Most of Europe's bathing waters remain safe — 28 May 2024, 23:07 CET

The vast majority of bathing water sites in Europe met the EU's most stringent 'excellent' bathing quality standards in 2023, according to the latest annual Bathing Water report published Tuesday.

New EU Regulation on waste shipments enters into force — 20 May 2024, 23:00 CET

New rules on waste shipments setting out stricter rules on export of waste to non-EU countries entered into force Monday, ensuring exported waste is treated in an environmentallysustainable way.

EU signs off on stricter CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles — 13 May 2024, 23:52 CET

The EU Council adopted a regulation on CO2 emissions for heavy-duty vehicles Monday, amending existing rules to reduce CO2 emissions from road transport, with new targets for 2030, 2035 and 2040.

20 airlines in EU probe into potential 'greenwashing' — 30 April 2024, 18:09 CET

The EU Commission and a network of European consumer authorities began action Tuesday against 20 airlines for several types of potentially misleading claims about the sustainability of their activities.

EU offers young people 35,500 free train passes — 17 April 2024, 22:39 CET

The EU Commission launched the latest DiscoverEU application round Tuesday, offering thousands of young people free train travel around Europe in its latest call under the DiscoverEU programme.

Brussels paves way for 'air taxis', innovative drone uses — 10 April 2024, 23:33 CET

The EU Commission adopted Wednesday a set of measures to address safety challenges of new emerging air mobility services and ensure their operation will be as safe as those in manned aviation.

EU funding of EUR 424m for zero-emission projects — 10 April 2024, 23:26 CET

The European Commission announced Wednesday the selection of 42 new projects deploying alternative fuels infrastructure that will receive over EUR 424 million in EU support.

EU commits to boosting cycling across Europe — 04 April 2024, 00:12 CET

Cycling received a boost as a sustainable, accessible and affordable means of transport Wednesday when the EU adopted a European Declaration on Cycling, a significant step in reducing transport emissions.

EU agrees single sky deal for airspace management — 06 March 2024, 23:37 CET

After a decade of negotiations the European Parliament and the EU Council agreed Wednesday on new EU rules to optimise flight routes, reduce flight delays and cut CO2 emissions.

EU launches EUR 1 bn call for alternative fuels infrastructure projects — 29 February 2024, 21:46 CET

The EU Commission launched a call for proposals Thursday under the Connecting Europe Facility for Transport Programme, making EUR 1 billion available to support the deployment of alternative fuels supply.