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Transport in the EU
News and information about the European Union's transport policies.
- EU strengthens monitoring of visa-free regimes on migration concerns — 30 May 2023, 23:38 CET
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The European Commission published Tuesday a review of the functioning of the EU's visa-free regimes, identifying the main challenges in the areas of irregular migration and security.
- MEPs, Council reach deal on greener aviation fuels — 26 April 2023, 23:23 CET
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European Parliament and Council negotiators reached political agreement Tuesday to increase the uptake of sustainable fuels, such as advanced biofuels or hydrogen, in the aviation sector.
- EU extends Motor Vehicle Block Exemption, updates guidelines — 17 April 2023, 22:13 CET
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The European Commission prolonged the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulation for five years Monday, at the same time updating the Supplementary Guidelines for the sector.
- EU to cut CO2 emissions for new cars and vans — 28 March 2023, 23:05 CET
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The EU Council gave its green light Tuesday to further reduction in emissions from road transport with stricter CO2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans.
- Landmark deal to boost Europe's alternative fuels infrastructure — 29 March 2023, 23:07 CET
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The EU's Parliament and Council reached political agreement Tuesday to boost the number of publicly accessible electric recharging and hydrogen refuelling stations.
- EU agrees draft deal to decarbonise maritime sector — 24 March 2023, 18:28 CET
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More renewable and low-carbon fuels will reduce the carbon footprint of the maritime sector in the EU, following Thursday's provisional political agreement between the Council and the European Parliament.
- EU demands stronger action on noise pollution — 20 March 2023, 23:31 CET
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Actions on noise pollution must be increased if the number of people affected by transport noise is to be reduced by 30% by 2030, says Monday's report on implementation of the Environmental Noise Directive.
- Free Europe travel pass applications open for 35,000 young people — 15 March 2023, 19:02 CET
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The European Commission launched the DiscoverEU spring call Wednesday, thanks to which 35,000 young people will receive a free rail pass to explore Europe.
- EU steps up defence against maritime threats — 14 March 2023, 00:02 CET
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The EU Commission and foreign policy chief adopted a joint strategy Friday to boost EU maritime security to ensure peaceful use of the seas and safeguard the maritime domain against new threats.
- Schengen info systems upgrade now in force — 07 March 2023, 22:18 CET
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A strengthened Schengen Information System (SIS) entered into operation Tuesday, with more complete and reliable information to enhance security and border management in Europe.
- Council agrees position on short-term rentals data — 06 March 2023, 22:25 CET
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EU competitiveness ministers agreed Thursday a negotiating mandate for a regulation on data collection and sharing for short-term accommodation rental services.
- EU to boost renewable hydrogen economy — 02 March 2023, 18:51 CET
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The EU Commission and key stakeholders signed a joint declaration Wednesday highlighting the key role of sustained efforts in renewable hydrogen research and innovation.
- Brussels eyes new digital driving licence — 02 March 2023, 18:58 CET
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The Commission proposed a world first digital driving licence Wednesday, part of a package to modernise driving licence rules and facilitate enforcement of traffic rules across borders.
- EU proposals on driving licences and cross-border enforcement of traffic offences - guide — 01 March 2023, 22:27 CET
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The European Commission on 1 March presented proposals to modernise driving licence rules, including the introduction of a digital driving licence valid throughout the EU, and new provisions to facilitate the enforcement of traffic rules across borders.
- Progress slow on reducing road fatalities in Europe — 21 February 2023, 23:23 CET
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Around 20,600 people were killed in road crashes last year, a 3% increase on 2021 as traffic levels recovered after the pandemic, according to preliminary EU figures on road fatalities for 2022.
- MEPs approve zero CO2 emissions for new cars and vans in 2035 — 14 February 2023, 22:50 CET
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The European Parliament approved Tuesday new CO2 emissions reduction targets for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, part of the EU's 'Fit for 55' package.
- Revision of the CO2 emission standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles - guide — 14 February 2023, 22:20 CET
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The European Commission proposed on 14 February ambitious new CO2 emissions targets for new heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) from 2030 onwards.
- 10 pilot services to boost European cross-border rail — 31 January 2023, 22:06 CET
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The EU Commission announced Tuesday support for 10 pilot projects to establish new cross-border rail services or improve existing connections between large EU cities including Paris, Munich and Rome.
- New EU rules on dedicated airspace for drones in force — 30 January 2023, 23:25 CET
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EU rules establishing a dedicated airspace for drones known as the U-space became applicable as from 26 January, allowing operators to provide a wider range of services.
- New EU rules and conditions for safe, secure and green drone operations - guide — 26 January 2023, 16:58 CET
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As of 26 January, EU rules establishing a dedicated airspace for drones known as the U-space become applicable, allowing operators to provide a wider range of services.
- European Drone Strategy 2.0 - guide — 29 November 2022, 19:10 CET
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The European Drone Strategy 2.0, adopted on 29 November by the EU Commission, sets out a vision for the further development of the European drone market.
- EU boosts innovation with 5G on planes — 28 November 2022, 18:39 CET
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Airlines will be able to provide the latest 5G technology on their planes following the EU Commission's update Thursday of the implementing decision on spectrum for mobile communications on board aircrafts.
- New Euro 7 standards to reduce pollutant emissions from vehicles — 14 November 2022, 17:50 CET
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The European Commission presented a proposal Thursday to reduce air pollution from new motor vehicles sold in the EU to meet the European Green Deal's zero-pollution ambition.
- Brussels outlines new rules for short-term rental sector — 07 November 2022, 23:34 CET
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The EU Commission proposed new rules Monday to enhance transparency in the field of short-term accommodation rentals and boost their development as part of a sustainable tourism sector.
- New Rules on Short-term Accommodation Rentals - guide — 07 November 2022, 23:32 CET
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The European Commission adopted on 7 November a proposal for a Regulation to enhance transparency in the field of short-term accommodation rentals and help public authorities ensure their balanced development as part of a sustainable tourism sector.