Questions and Answers
What is the minimum speed requirement for passenger railway lines on the core network by 2040?
Which transport mode is specifically required to connect major airports with over 12 million passengers annually?
What is the main focus of the horizontal priority concerning road safety within the TEN-T framework?
What initiative is aimed at ensuring the swift movement of military assets within and beyond the EU?
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Which corridor connects the ports of Portugal and Spain with central European regions?
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What type of fuels does the TEN-T framework promote for recharging and refueling points?
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Which corridor serves to enhance north-south rail connections through the Alps?
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What is the purpose of the TEN-T policy within the EU?
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What is the strategic aim of the Streamlining Directive within the TEN-T framework?
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Which layer of the TEN-T network must be completed by 2030?
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What is the core purpose of the alternative fuels initiatives within the TEN-T network?
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What is a key feature of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) deployment?
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How does the TEN-T policy contribute to environmental goals?
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What sets the TEN-T Regulation (EU) 2024/1679 apart from previous policies?
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Which of the following is not a component of the TEN-T network?
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What is emphasized in the requirements for TEN-T infrastructure?
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By which year must the extended core network be completed?
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What is a key goal of the TEN-T policy related to border transport?
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What critical aspect does the comprehensive network focus on?
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How does the TEN-T policy strengthen EU cohesion?
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Study Notes
Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Overview
- TEN-T policy aims to create a cohesive, efficient, and multimodal transport infrastructure across the EU, linking urban nodes, ports, airports, and more.
- It promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, enhances access to jobs and services, and stimulates trade and economic growth.
- The policy focuses on reducing environmental impacts, increasing safety, and improving resilience in transport systems.
TEN-T Regulation
- Governed by Regulation (EU) 2024/1679, setting standards for the transport infrastructure throughout the EU.
- Aims for a coherent quality across the TEN-T network.
Network Structure
- Three layers of the TEN-T network:
- Core network: Major city connections, due for completion by 2030.
- Extended core network: Needs completion by 2040.
- Comprehensive network: Connecting all EU regions, completion by 2050.
Infrastructure Requirements
- Ensures efficient, reliable, high-performing transport infrastructure across the EU, contributing to economic competitiveness.
- Promotes sustainable transport by encouraging reduced emissions and resilience against climate change.
- Key infrastructure requirements include:
- Rail travel speed: Passenger trains on core network must reach 160 km/h by 2040.
- ERTMS deployment: Standardized European signalling system to enhance rail efficiency.
- Major airport rail connections: Airports with over 12 million passengers to connect with long-distance rail services.
- Expanded freight terminals: To accommodate larger trains and promote sustainable transport modes.
- Urban mobility plans: Major cities must implement plans for low and zero-emission mobility.
- Alternative fuel infrastructure: Establishing charging and refueling points for hydrogen and other alternatives.
European Transport Corridors
- Nine corridors align with the Rail Freight Corridors for coordinated infrastructure investment planning supervised by European Coordinators.
- Important transport corridors include:
- Atlantic Corridor: Links Portugal and Spain with central EU regions.
- Baltic-Adriatic Corridor: Connects ports in the Baltic Sea to the Adriatic.
- North Sea-Baltic Corridor: Connects North Sea ports with Baltic ports.
- Mediterranean Corridor: Connects Mediterranean ports with central Europe.
- Rhine-Alpine Corridor: Connects North Sea ports to the Adriatic via central European countries.
- Orient/East-Med Corridor: Links eastern Mediterranean to central and eastern Europe.
Horizontal Priorities
- Focus on Road Safety: Enhancing safety measures to reduce transport accidents.
- Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS): Adoption of advanced technology to improve transport efficiency and sustainability.
TEN-T Related Legislation and Actions
- The Streamlining Directive: Simplifies administrative procedures for cross-border infrastructure.
- Military Mobility: EU initiative to facilitate quick movement of military resources within and beyond the EU, supporting both civilian and military transport.
- Recent initiatives following geopolitical tensions emphasize enhancing military transport readiness, supported by funding from the Connecting Europe Facility and the European Defence Fund.
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This quiz explores the EU's Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) policy, focusing on its role in enhancing multimodal transport infrastructure. Discover how it connects urban nodes, ports, and transport routes to foster efficient transportation of people and goods across Europe. Test your knowledge on the importance of TEN-T in EU policy.
