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Our Head of the Sustainability, Health, and Safety Department, Iveta Jēgere recently held a productive meeting with representatives from Institute of Energy Systems and Environment of Riga Technical University (IESE) - Prof. Francesco Romagnoli, Docent Maksims Feofilovs, and Ph.D. student Riccardo Paoli. 🗣️ The discussion focused on potential future collaboration opportunities, emphasizing advancements in environmental impact assessment and sustainability 🌱 - critical components for large-scale infrastructure projects. 🤝 #RailBaltica's commitment to sustainable development aligns closely with RTU IESE’s #goals and #expertise, and we look forward to combining our strengths to foster a #greener future. #RTUIESE #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #LCA #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableDevelopment #ResearchAndInnovation

We recently held a workshop titled "Resilience and Business Continuity," led by Rīga Stradiņš University researcher Vitālijs Rakstiņš. The session focused on strategies to fortify our #resilience against #kinetic and #cyber threats, highlighting the necessity of structural and operational integrity. 🗝️ A key takeaway was the concept of resilience as more than just survival - it's about proactively building internal capacities that allow us to adapt and function during disruptions. This approach ensures a self-sustaining capacity to handle crises, aligning with NATO’s baseline requirements for national resilience in civil infrastructure. Maris Dzelme, Head of Security at RB Rail AS, underscored that “for RB Rail, and for the #RailBaltica global project, this approach to resilience is not merely a best practice but a legal mandate. The organization must ensure a business continuity plan to safeguard operations in the event of national threats.” 💬 As Vitālijs Rakstiņš pointed out, “#Railways have historically been vital for transporting military cargo, enabling the movement of heavy loads over long distances. Latvia's National Military Mobility Plan, approved in 2023, identifies critical gaps in railway infrastructure compatibility with Western European standards. Rail Baltica’s infrastructure is being adapted to NATO requirements to address these gaps, emphasizing its dual-use role for both civilian and military purposes. Given the evolving geopolitical landscape, the project’s role as a deterrent and in strengthening national defense capabilities has only grown.” Find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dGPbW7hT

🛡️ NATO Force Integration Unit Lithuania visited the Rail Baltica in Lithuania construction site in #Jonava district to review project progress and discuss its significance for military mobility infrastructure. 🔵 Commander Colonel Peter Nielsen (Danish Armed Forces) emphasized that #RailBaltica 🚆 is more than a civilian project: “When faced with a military threat, Lithuania's security directly depends on the speed of deployment of NATO allies. Military mobility serves primarily as a deterrent. However, the benefits derived from it – in the form of a well-developed national transport infrastructure – are for the benefit of society as a whole”. ➡️ European-standard infrastructure is the missing link for the full #integration of the Baltic states into the #EuropeanUnion rail transport network. Standardization of rail infrastructure will increase the EU’s ability to respond to #security threats and #strengthen vulnerable regions. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dDQx7H_9

🚆💼 On Friday, at Satiksmes ministrija / Ministry of Transport , the three ministries responsible for #RailBaltica - Kliimaministeerium / Ministry of Climate of Estonia, Satiksmes ministrija / Ministry of Transport and Susisiekimo ministerija / Ministry of Transport and Communications - launched an important project in collaboration with the European Commission’s #DGREFORM and the Technical Support Instrument (TSI). ➡️ This initiative aims to establish a #unified framework for managing Rail Baltica's infrastructure and service provision.   ➡️ During the kick-off meeting, the participants discussed the shared goals, achievable outcomes, and methodologies for a cohesive approach to Rail Baltica's railway infrastructure management and legal framework. The common objective is to eliminate administrative barriers that hinder effective cross-border operations. The project will focus on three key areas: 🔷 Establishing unified cross-border public service obligations. 🔷 Developing an effective legal and institutional framework for Rail Baltica's infrastructure management model. 🔷 Creating a financing model for essential infrastructure facilities, including rolling stock depots, cargo terminals, and passenger stations, the costs of which are not covered by the funding of the Connecting Europe Facility. ➡️ While each country will own its respective Rail Baltica infrastructure, our goal is to operate under shared #principles and #conditions. Synchronizing national and cross-border elements – such as safety management, traffic control, capacity distribution, and fee determination – is crucial for effective infrastructure management.   ➡️ Additionally, the project will explore solutions for attracting further funding from both European and national public and private sources to support the construction of Rail Baltica's infrastructure.   Before the opening meeting, the project developers visited the Rail Baltica construction site at Riga Central Station to get acquainted with the progress of the implementation of the project.

🎤 This week, Marius Narmontas, Chief Operating Officer and Management Board Member of RB Rail, joined industry leaders in Łódź to discuss the strategic importance of #RailBaltica at the High Speed Railway Poland 2024 event. 🌍 As a transformative project, Rail Baltica will connect the Baltic countries with Western Europe’s railway network, enhancing the region’s strategic significance and unlocking new avenues for economic growth. This cross-border link will provide significant #economic, #social, and #cultural benefits, creating fresh opportunities for #businesses and #communities across the Baltics. #HighSpeedRailPoland #EconomicGrowth #BalticRegion #Infrastructure #ConnectedBaltics

🚄 News for Companies Interested in Joining #RailBaltica! Due to interest, we’re extending the deadline for the Qualification Assessment System (QAS) allowing more businesses to pre-qualify for future #design and design supervision tenders. Rail Baltica, the largest rail #infrastructure initiative in the #BalticStates and co-financed by the #EuropeanUnion, is thrilled to welcome more participants to shape the future of sustainable connectivity. This extension provides additional time to pre-qualify for future tenders, including: 🔧 Design and design supervision services for the construction/reconstruction of communication and engineering networks at Rail Baltica railway nodes; 🏗️ Design and design supervision services for the construction/reconstruction of communication systems, regional stations, and railway infrastructure in Lithuania. The submission deadline is 25 November 2024 at 13:00 (GMT+3). To learn more and submit your application, visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/gMxRbwTj (in LT) and https://lnkd.in/gHnBRhje (in EN). #TenderOpportunities #EUProjects

🚄 Join us at the RailTech.com Intelligent Rail Summit in Tallinn! 🔜 In just two weeks, the #IntelligentRailSummit will bring together experts in rail technology in Tallinn, Estonia. This year's event has a special focus on the #RailBaltica project. Anvar Salomets, CEO of Rail Baltic Estonia, will present the challenges and strategies in integrating the Baltic states into the broader European railway network, with a close-up on Estonia's latest developments. ➡️ Special opportunity: Conference attendees are invited to a guided tour of the Ülemiste construction site 🏗️ on 12 November, just before the main conference kicks off. The Ülemiste terminal, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, will be a cutting-edge transportation hub that connects both local and international travelers, setting a new standard for #mobility and #sustainability. 🔹 Be part of the conversation on 12–13 November in #Tallinn as we envision a #connected, #sustainable future for rail in Europe. ➡️ Register here and use our special discount code for friends of Rail Baltica IRS24RB25 👉 https://lnkd.in/dwn7962g

🚆 We are excited about the upcoming Intelligent Rail Summit 2024 in Tallinn, Estonia, where #RailBaltica is a strategic partner of the event. This year’s summit, organized by ProMedia Group, publisher of industry-leading platforms like RailTech.com, will bring together industry professionals to explore advanced rail #technology and #innovation. Rail Baltica key executives 💼 Emilien Dang, Chief Technical Officer of RB Rail, and Anvar Salomets, CEO of Rail Baltic Estonia will take part. 🔜 Join us in #Tallinn as we discuss the future of rail, including topics like predictive maintenance, AI integration, and cybersecurity. ❕ Attendees registering on behalf of Rail Baltica can use the discount code IRS24RB25 to receive a 2️⃣ 5️⃣% #discount! 👉 https://lnkd.in/evdqd5Fm ‼️ Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the construction site of the Ülemiste International Passenger Terminal as part of the programme. #IntelligentRailSummit2024 #SustainableTransport #Innovation #RailwayTech

🚆 Rail Baltica progress at ✈️ RIX Riga Airport As the construction of the #RailBaltica station and related infrastructure at RIX Riga Airport continues, work is now underway on the #viaducts in both directions from 🚉 the future passenger terminal building. ➡️ The reinforced concrete frame of the station building, standing three stories high, has been completed by contractor BSL Infra commissioned by the national implementer of the project in Latvia Eiropas Dzelzceļa līnijas | Rail Baltica. ➡️The next phase includes viaduct construction in the directions of Riga and Jaunmārupe, with over 4.5 kilometers of high-speed railway line under development. The viaduct will ensure smooth traffic flow and passenger movement, with the railway line elevated above ground. ➡️ The total length of the viaduct towards Mārupe will be just under 800 meters, while towards Riga, it will stretch for more than one kilometer. ℹ️ Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d7fk_PzN

🚄 On November 12-13, #RailBaltica will take part in the Intelligent Rail Summit in Tallinn, Estonia, organized by RailTech.com. Emilien Dang, Chief Technical Officer and Member of the Management Board of RB Rail, will deliver insights into how Rail Baltica is leveraging cutting-edge #technologies to transform regional #connectivity, promote #sustainable growth, and establish new benchmarks for environmentally-friendly rail solutions across the Baltic region. 🔵 The summit in Tallinn serves as the perfect forum for industry specialists to collaborate, share insights, and explore how intelligent technologies are transforming the future of Europe’s rail systems. ➡️ Join the discussion on 12 and 13 November in Tallinn! 📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e4ErSP5F #IRS2024 #Intelligentrailsummit #Infrastructure #RailTech