In a productive discussion, Kitija Gruškevica, Management Board Member of RB Rail, met with Zane Petre, Head of the European Commission Representation in Latvia, and Andris Kužnieks, Deputy Head of the European Commission Representation in Latvia. They were joined by Rasmuss Filips Geks, Advisor to the Minister of Transport of Latvia, for a progress update […]
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Rail Baltic Estonia signed an alliance procurement consultancy contract
Rail Baltic Estonia has signed a significant agreement to develop an alliance procurement strategy, which will serve as the basis for the procurement of large-scale Rail Baltica railway construction works. The contract was signed with joint bidders BrainTeam OÜ and Vison Oy. “The Rail Baltica railway must be completed by 2030, and the tight schedule […]
Rail Baltica at Connecting Europe Days: Proud Contributor to Europe’s Sustainable Transportation Network
During the Connecting Europe Days 2024 in Brussels, Belgium, Rail Baltica was represented by all its delivery organizations: the central coordinator, the national implementing bodies, and the responsible ministries. This flagship event for European mobility brought together over 3200 delegates from 80 countries to discuss concrete measures and exchange best practices for creating a sustainable, […]
Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision. Jānis Eiduks
Rail Baltica is a railway infrastructure megaproject that spans across several countries. The depth of skills and expertise required to successfully execute a greenfield project of this caliber is extensive and would not be possible without our diverse team of professionals. Welcome back to our series, “Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision,” where we […]
Ardanuy Ingenieria contracted to design Kaunas station area for EUR 10m
The infrastructure design for the Kaunas Passenger Station area will be carried out by the Spanish company Ardanuy Ingenieria under a contract worth EUR 9.88 million (excluding VAT). The project is an integral part of the new European Rail Baltica Kaunas node. Among the tasks for the contractor is the design of a new railway […]
Senator of the City of Hamburg Dr Leonhard: Rail Baltica Enhances European North-South Connectivity and Facilitates Climate-Friendly Intermodal Freight Transport
With a goal to deepen ties and investigate collaboration opportunities within the Rail Baltica project, a delegation from Hamburg, Germany, led by Dr Melanie Leonhard, Senator of the City of Hamburg and Minister of Economy and Innovation, visited Rail Baltica in Riga. Accompanied by German entrepreneurs representing the ports and logistics sector, alongside media representatives, […]
Experience in Addressing NIMBYism: Rail Baltica’s Actions for Public Engagement
In the realm of infrastructure development, the term “NIMBYism” (Not In My BackYard) looms large, encapsulating the complex interplay between the necessity of large-scale projects and local resistance to their implementation in proximity to residential areas, natural landscapes, or other cherished spaces. In a recent discussion organized by the British Embassy in Riga, in cooperation […]
Driving Cooperation: Implementing SEA Processes in Rail Baltica
In March from 12th to 14th, the Rail Baltica joint venture RB Rail AS organized a workshop in Riga where representatives from Rail Baltic Estonia and the Baltic joint venture’s System Engineering and Assurance (SEA) departments participated in this three-day cooperative session. The primary objective was to discuss and align the fundamental principles and forthcoming […]
Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision. Dmitri Garbuzenko
Rail Baltica is a railway infrastructure megaproject that spans across several countries. The depth of skills and expertise required to successfully execute a greenfield project of this caliber is extensive and would not be possible without our diverse team of professionals. Welcome back to our series, “Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision,” where we introduce you […]
Rail Baltica Engages in Discussion on PPP Financing for Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects
Rail Baltica was thrilled to participate in a recent conference #InfrastructureInvestorNetwork by PEI Group in Berlin focused on exploring growth opportunities and challenges in large-scale infrastructure projects utilizing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) financing models. Hosted by esteemed moderator Dr. Hubert Danso, CEO, and Chairman of Africa Investor, the panel delved into issues shaping the landscape of […]
Swedish Chamber of Commerce Members Meet with Rail Baltica: Fostering Nordic Cooperation for Mobility, Sustainable Development, and Regional Security
This week, members of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Latvia partnered with Rail Baltica management members and experts for a seminar to discuss the project’s latest developments and prospects. Co-organized with the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Latvia and the Embassy of Sweden, the event served as a platform for discussions and informative exchanges. […]
Improving Europe’s Connectivity: Rail Baltica and Správa Železnic Discuss High-Speed Rail Agenda for North-East Europe
An exchange visit between Rail Baltica delivery organizations and Správa železnic, the national railway infrastructure manager in the Czech Republic, took place in Riga, Latvia on 18 March. The event aimed to foster collaboration and expertise sharing between the parties involved in the development of high-speed rail projects within North-East Europe. The foundation for this […]
Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision. Merilin Danquah
Rail Baltica is a railway infrastructure megaproject that spans across several countries. The depth of skills and expertise required to successfully execute a greenfield project of this caliber is extensive and would not be possible without our diverse team of professionals. Welcome back to our series, “Rail Baltica: The People Behind the Vision,” where we introduce you […]
Rail Baltica in Lithuania: First infrastructure objects are being developed in Jonava district
The shape of the main railway line is becoming visible in the Jonava district in Lithuania – a railway track and engineering structures are being built on a section of almost 30 km. Some of the engineering structures, such as animal crossings and one of the tunnels, are almost complete. Construction works are being […]
The rooftop ceremony of Rail Baltica at Riga Central Station was celebrated
In February, the highest point of the Rail Baltica Riga Central Railway Station building was reached. This achievement was celebrated through a century-old and significant tradition in construction – the placement of a wreath at the building’s summit. The Rooftop Ceremony allowed the wider public to visit the construction site. On 29 February 2024, the […]