Rail Baltica Project: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania Rail Progress & EU Funding

“Rail Baltica: Design complete in Estonia, with ongoing progress across Latvia and Lithuania. This 873-kilometer high-speed railway project is on track for completion by 2030.”

Rail Baltica Project: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania Rail Progress & EU Funding
October 20, 2016 11:02 pm
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Introduction

In December 2023, the Rail Baltica project achieved a significant milestone by completing the design of the railway’s main line in Estonia. This project, which involves the construction of a high-speed railway line, has also seen progress in Latvia and Lithuania, with design procurement ongoing for the remaining sections.

Estonian Main Line Design Completion

The design for the 213-kilometer main line in Estonia was finalized in December 2023. This marks the completion of a crucial stage for the Estonian section of the Rail Baltica project. The design covers the entire railway route, including all necessary infrastructure elements.

Progress in Latvia and Lithuania

In Latvia, design procurement is ongoing, and construction is underway. The Rail Baltica project in Latvia spans 265 kilometers. Lithuania is also advancing with design procurement for its section of the railway. The total length of the railway in Lithuania is 392 kilometers.

Financial and Operational Details

The total length of the Rail Baltica railway will be 873 kilometers. The project’s budget is estimated at €5.8 billion. The project is co-financed by the European Union (EU). The initial operational capacity of the railway is projected to be 170 pairs of trains per day. The design and construction of the railway are being carried out by RB Rail AS.

Future Prospects

The Rail Baltica project aims to connect the Baltic States with the European railway network. The completion of the design phase in Estonia and ongoing progress in Latvia and Lithuania signal continued advancement. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2030. The project is expected to become operational in 2030.

The ongoing development of the Rail Baltica project, including its strategic positioning within the European railway network, is likely to attract interest from potential investors, including those involved in M&A deals.

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Conclusion

The Rail Baltica project has completed the design of the main line in Estonia. Design procurement is ongoing in Latvia and Lithuania. The project, with a total length of 873 kilometers and a budget of €5.8 billion, is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2030.

RB Rail AS

RB Rail AS is the joint venture of the Baltic States – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – established to implement the Rail Baltica project. The company is responsible for the design, construction, and marketing of the railway.

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