Transport Chronicles 13th Edition!
EU shake up of transport, decarbonisation, and reindustrialisation to be unveiled
Welcome to the Thirteenth Edition of Transport Chronicles!
Your ultimate guide to the latest breakthroughs, trends, and opportunities shaping EU-UK transport relations. This edition is packed with fresh insights and pivotal updates as we navigate a transformative era for UK-EU transport and trade. Together, let’s explore the exciting developments driving collaboration and innovation across borders! 🚀For more insights or want to join or support UKTiE, don’t hesitate to reach out! 🚆🚗🚢✈️
It’s an exciting and pivotal time for European transport policy! The European Commission’s Competitiveness Compass due out today and Clean Industrial Deal, due out very soon, could be game-changers, especially with their fresh approach to transport, decarbonization, and reindustrialization. If the details revealed by President von der Leyen at Davos are anything to go by, this might truly shake things up.
Based on the latest developments from the European Commission here are the top three key points:
- Focus on Emerging Technologies: The European Union is prioritizing advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and affordable clean energy to enhance its global competitiveness. This initiative includes measures to simplify business regulations and boost productivity, aiming to decarbonize manufacturing sectors.
- Subsidies for Electric Vehicles (EVs): To strengthen Europe’s automotive industry and counter competition from Chinese EV manufacturers, the European Commission is designing a subsidy program to boost the electric vehicle market across Europe. This initiative aims to replace inconsistent national subsidies and adhere to World Trade Organization regulations.
- ‘Buy European’ Procurement Strategy: The Commission is considering a proposal that would allow governments to favor European bidders in public procurement processes. This strategy aims to protect critical EU sectors from cheaper foreign competitors, particularly from China, and is part of the broader “Competitiveness Compass” document.
Now, more than ever, it’s essential that the UK works hand-in-hand with our European friends to drive forward transformative policies for transport and trade. The stakes are high, but so are the opportunities. The European Commission’s bold initiatives, like the Competitiveness Compass and Clean Industrial Deal, highlight the urgency of collaboration as we tackle decarbonization, innovation, and reindustrialization. Meanwhile, there are growing signs that a major spring summit between the two will see the agreement of a substantive agenda for deepening the post-Brexit relationship.
As UKTiE, we’re already stepping up to meet this moment. Building on the game-changing UK-EU Transport ‘Reset’ event held in Westminster on 11 November -organised in partnership with the UK’s Department for Transport—we’re developing an ambitious action plan alongside the DfT and UKMis. This plan will shape bold and visionary priorities to forge a stronger, future-focused UK-EU partnership in transport and trade.
The new year has already begun with tremendous momentum: a high-level meeting with Mona Björklund, Director, and her team in the European Commission’s DG MOVE. The exchange of ideas was nothing short of inspiring, setting the tone for a year of impactful collaboration.
And we’re just getting started. This spring, we’ll be back in London for another round of strategic meetings in Westminster and Whitehall, uniting industry leaders and policymakers to build alignment. Then, on 14 May, we return to Brussels for an unmissable showcase event at the UK Ambassador’s Residence—celebrating the very best of UK and European transport, tech & trade collaboration.
This is your invitation to join us on this journey—because together, we can build the future of transport and trade that Europe and the UK deserve. Let’s drive progress, side by side!
🚨 Recent TRANSPORT Committee of European Parliament: 🚨
The Commission made a presentation of the implementation of the targets set for electric recharging infrastructure Regulation (EU) 2023/1804.
📍 Presentation of the priorities of the Polish Presidency
The Transport (TRAN) Committee welcomed the Polish Presidency: Mr Dariusz Klimczak, Minister of Infrastructure and Mr Piotr Borys, Secretary of State at the Ministry of Sport and Tourism presented to the Members the priorities of the Polish Presidency in the field of transport and tourism.
💡Main Committee Items:
• ✈️ Conclusion of an agreement between the European Union and the government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh on certain aspects of air services
• 🛡️ The screening of foreign investments in the Union and repealing Regulation (EU) 2019/452 of the European Parliament and of the Council
• 💶 2023 discharge: General budget of the EU – Commission
• 🏢 2023 discharge: General budget of the EU – Agencies
• 🤝 2023 discharge: General budget of the EU – Joint Undertakings
• 🚗 Implementation of Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure
• 🚤 Amending Directive 2005/44/EC on harmonised river information services (RIS) on inland waterways in the Community
• 🇵🇱 Presentation of the priorities of the Polish Presidency
• 📊 Presentation of a study on the Role of the Longevity Economy in the tourism sector
• 📑 Guidelines for the 2026 Budget
• 🔄 Feedback from trilogues
• 🚦 Driving licences, amending Directive
• 🛑 Execution of driving disqualifications with a Union-wide effect
• 🥗 Exchange of views with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Court of Auditors (ECA) – 🐾 Protection of animals during transport and related operations
Key dates
🗓️ UKTiE UK-EU Engaging in Europe – new horizons event to agree new DfT/UKTiE strategy: London, Spring 2025
🗓️ UKTiE & DfT Meeting to showcase the best of UK-EU transport, tech & trade, 14 May 2025, UK Ambassador’s Residence, Brussels
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Information and images: Many thanks to the European Parliament © and European Commission © 2025.
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