ŽPCG at the Transport Investment Summit in Thessaloniki

The summit was organised by the Transport Community, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the European Investment Bank (EIB), with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport of the Hellenic Republic hosting the event, supported by the Investment Framework for the Western Balkans (WBIF).

The event brought together ministers of transport and infrastructure, representatives of the European Commission, international financial institutions, chambers of commerce, and companies from the transport sector from the Western Balkans, the European Union, Ukraine, and Moldova. During the summit, discussions focused on priority transport investments, enhancing regional connectivity, and developing infrastructure as part of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T), with a particular emphasis on rail, road, maritime, and air transport.

As part of the programme, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport of the Hellenic Republic hosted a welcome reception for the summit participants, providing an opportunity for the exchange of experiences and strengthening cooperation among representatives of institutions, financial partners, and transport companies from the region.

One of the key messages of the summit was that quality transport connectivity is fundamental for economic development, greater competitiveness, and more successful regional cooperation. Participants agreed that continued investment in modern and sustainable transport infrastructure is essential for the further development of the Western Balkan countries and their integration into European transport corridors.

Montenegro is at an important stage of modernising its railway system, and investments in new rolling stock and infrastructure improvements are prerequisites for safer, higher quality, and more sustainable passenger transport. The Transport Investment Summit provides an opportunity for knowledge exchange and strengthening partnerships that support these goals.