Western balkans summit 2017: delivering for the region

The 2017 western Balkans summit took place in Trieste, Italy It was a good opportunity to discuss about key areas of regional cooperation and set out concrete measures to better connect the region’s infrastructures, economies and people. Following the Summit, the high representative/Vice-president said: At this important summit hosted by Italy we first of all Read more about Western balkans summit 2017: delivering for the region[…]

Commission adopts proposals to simplify and improve passenger ship safety rules

The european Commission has adopted a number of legislative proposals to simplify and improve the safety framework for ships carrying passengers in european union waters. The update is a response to lessons learnt, including from accidents, and technological developments. For example, it will give competent authorities immediate access to relevant data in case of emergency, Read more about Commission adopts proposals to simplify and improve passenger ship safety rules[…]

Road Safety Awards: Commission rewards initiatives in Spain, UK, Denmark, Poland and Albania

European commissioner for transport has presented the excellence in road safety awards 2016 at a ceremony held in Brussels. European roads may be safest in the world, 26000 people nevertheless lost their lives in 2015 and the road safety awards acknowledge the best activities and good practices that can save lives on our roads. The Read more about Road Safety Awards: Commission rewards initiatives in Spain, UK, Denmark, Poland and Albania[…]