EU €985M Funds Madrid-Lisbon High-Speed Rail

EU €985M funds Madrid-Lisbon high-speed rail

The European Commission has officially adopted a monumental implementing decision to fast-track the high-speed rail link between Madrid and Lisbon and so unlocks nearly €1 billion in EU funding to transform cross-border travel on the Iberian Peninsula. The unanimous agreement, backed by Spain, Portugal, and all EU member states, designates the 650 km corridor as a priority TEN-T project… Source

Lisbon And Madrid Enter A New Era Of Sustainable And Efficient Travel With High-Speed Rail Link Securing Major EU Support To Bring The Cities Closer

Lisbon and Madrid's high-speed rail link secures crucial EU backing, marking a new era of sustainable, efficient travel that strengthens cross-border connections.

QC leaders laud passenger rail funds; warn work remains

Quad Cities leaders are celebrating $425 million in state funds destined for bringing rail passengers from Chicago to Moline.

Madrid–Lisbon HSL plan agreed

The EC adopted an implementing decision setting out key milestones and deadlines to complete the Madrid–Lisbon HSL connection.