Rail Baltica national implementing body in Latvia – “Eiropas Dzelzceļa līnijas” – in cooperation with Riga Planning Region and the Public Infrastructure Development Administration of the Riga City Council, hosted urban planning specialists from Italy, Slovakia, and Spain as they were eager to become more acquainted with the work progress and future Rail Baltica Riga […]
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European Coordinator for the North Sea-Baltic TEN-T Corridor Meets with Rail Baltica management
On June 8, 2023, Mme Catherine Trautmann, the European Coordinator for the North Sea-Baltic TEN-T Corridor, undertook a working visit to Riga to discuss the progress of the Rail Baltica project implementation in Latvia and the development of passenger and freight rail transport in the country. The board members of Rail Baltica joint venture RB […]
From Wagonways to Hyperloop: A Journey Through the Evolution of Railway Transportation
Railways have come a long way since their humble beginnings as wooden wagonways. From horse-drawn trams and steam locomotives to high-speed trains and innovative technologies like Maglev and Hyperloop, they have continuously evolved to meet transportation demands. Railways have shaped economies, connected people and places, and prioritized efficient and sustainable transportation. In this article inspired […]
Rail Baltica Estonia delegation familiarized themselves with the construction progress of Rail Baltica in Latvia
Just a few days ago, experts from Rail Baltic Estonia, the national Rail Baltica implementing body in Estonia, along with representatives from the Rail Baltica international station in Tallinn, the construction association Merko in Ülemiste, and KMG, visited Latvia to learn about the construction progress of the future international Rail Baltica stations and gain insights […]
Meeting in Riga Boosts Knowledge Sharing Between Rail Baltica and Tunnel Euralpin Lyon Turin
Representatives from Rail Baltica and TELT (Tunnel Euralpin Lyon Turin) recently gathered in Riga for a workshop. They shared insights and discussed the progress of the two European railway mega projects. The meeting allowed for open discussions and case-based experience exchange as both projects share a common vision and have the potential to greatly influence […]
The Impact of Rail Baltica Regional Stations in Latvia: A Closer Look
In this article, with Ilze Lukstiņa, Project Coordinator at Eiropas Dzelzceļa līnijas, we briefly explore the concept and functionality of Rail Baltica regional stations and their significance in the larger context of the Rail Baltica project. These stations will serve as vital hubs for seamless connectivity, sustainable travel, and enhanced accessibility shaping the future of […]
Rail Baltica Pärnu International Passenger Terminal Received a Building Permit
Pärnu City Government on 29 May 2023 decided to issue a building permit for the Rail Baltica Pärnu international passenger terminal. “We have taken another step to provide Pärnu with fast connections to the capital and the rest of the world. The recently issued construction permit allows us to begin the construction works of the […]
Andy Billington: How Rail Baltica is Leading the Way in Digitalisation
Rail Baltica, the ambitious railway project linking Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania with a standard gauge railway connecting to Poland and beyond, is set to transform the Baltic States’ rail infrastructure. With a strong focus on digitalisation, Rail Baltica aims to revolutionise connectivity for passengers and freight. With a background in digitalisation and analytics projects within […]
Rail Baltica Academy: Unveiling the Role of Megaprojects in Tackling Climate Change
On May 22nd, kicking off the spring session, Rail Baltica Academy hosted a digital lecture featuring Dovilė Juškevičienė, an Environmental Expert at Rail Baltica global project. With a primary focus on the Rail Baltica project, Juškevičienė illuminated the important role that megaprojects play in addressing climate change. Throughout the lecture, the urgency of climate action, […]
In Rail Baltica project, the construction of unique pile foundations near Riga Airport has been completed
As part of the Rail Baltica project, a significant phase of infrastructure construction has concluded with the completion of the railway station building and the adjacent pile foundations. These foundations will serve as a solid base for the construction of the first high-speed rail and air connection in the Baltics. A total of 534 piles […]
Construction tender for one of the largest traffic junctions in Estonia announced
The Estonian Transport Administration, in collaboration with Rail Baltic Estonia, has announced a tender for the construction of the Kangru traffic junction located on the border of Kiili and Saku municipalities. The Kangru traffic junction will address the intersections of the Viljandi highway, Kurna-Tuhala public road, and Rail Baltica railway. As part of the project, […]
Open Competition launched for Archaeological Survey in the Protection Zone of Daugmale Hillfort
Rail Baltica’s joint venture RB Rail AS has announced an open competition for archaeological research in the protection zone of the Daugmale hillfort in Latvia. As the designed Rail Baltica high-speed railway line and related infrastructure facilities are planned to be constructed near the hillfort’s protection zone, an archaeological survey of the area is deemed […]
Minister of Transport and Communications Marius Skuodis Visits the Rail Baltica Construction Sites in Jonava District
This Friday, 12 May, Minister of Transport and Communications of Lithuania Marius Skuodis inspected the Rail Baltica project implementation work in Jonava District. In evaluating the inspected section from Kaunas to the Latvian border, the minister discussed ways to speed up the construction of the European gauge railway in Lithuania as soon as possible. “Rail […]
Rail Baltica Academy Returns for Third Year, Promising an Array of Engaging Digital Lectures
Rail Baltica is announcing the return of Rail Baltica Academy for its third year. This global knowledge-sharing platform continues to facilitate the exchange of ideas and expertise by offering a series of public digital lectures, ensuring that valuable insights from Rail Baltica experts reach a broad audience. Rail Baltica Academy has become a hub for […]
The following Rail Baltica environmental impact assessments for the Estonian section have received the green light
To date, the environmental impact assessments (EIA) required for the construction of the Rail Baltica railway in Estonia have been declared compliant for five out of eight sections. Most recently, in early April, the Technical Regulatory Authority (TTJA) confirmed the compliance of the environmental impact assessment for the approximately 19-kilometer section from Kangru to the […]