Szczecin Rail Upgrade: PKP PLK’s €22.5M Infrastructure Project

“PKP PLK is modernizing Szczecin Port Centralny station with a €22.5 million EU investment, boosting freight capacity and efficiency. Discover how this project transforms rail operations!”

Szczecin Rail Upgrade: PKP PLK’s €22.5M Infrastructure Project
March 9, 2017 9:44 am
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Introduction

In November 2020, the European Commission approved a €22.5 million investment to modernize railway infrastructure in the city of Szczecin, Poland. This project, which will be implemented by PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe (PKP PLK), focuses on enhancing the Szczecin Port Centralny station.

Project Details and Funding

The total cost of the project is estimated at €33.7 million. The EU’s contribution, provided through the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), amounts to €22.5 million. The project involves comprehensive modernization of the Szczecin Port Centralny station, including the reconstruction of tracks and accompanying infrastructure. This will increase the station’s capacity and improve the efficiency of freight transport.

Scope of Works

The modernization will include the replacement of tracks, upgrades to the traction network, and improvements to the signaling systems. Additionally, the project will enhance the railway’s telecommunications infrastructure and construct new railway traffic control systems. The improvements are expected to significantly reduce travel times and increase the overall safety of railway operations. These railway contracts are a crucial part of the project’s success.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion, the project will allow for the handling of longer and heavier freight trains. The upgrades will lead to increased transport capacity and reduced congestion. The improvements are designed to facilitate a shift from road to rail transport, supporting the EU’s environmental goals. The project aims to increase the competitiveness of rail freight services in the region.

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Conclusion

The European Commission’s investment of €22.5 million in the Szczecin Port Centralny station project, managed by PKP PLK, is part of a larger €33.7 million modernization initiative. The project aims to improve railway infrastructure, increase transport capacity, and shift freight transport from road to rail. This project, funded through the Connecting Europe Facility, is anticipated to enhance the efficiency and safety of rail operations in Szczecin.

Company Summary

PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe (PKP PLK): PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe (PKP PLK) is the Polish railway infrastructure manager, responsible for the maintenance, modernization, and development of the national railway network.