Press releases
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Request for comments: Draft proposal for acts amending the Vessel Traffic Service Act and certain related acts
Press release 13.7.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for acts amending the Vessel Traffic Service Act and certain related acts.
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The IMO sets more ambitious targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping
Press release 7.7.2023The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) agreed on revisions to the IMO greenhouse gas strategy. The Committee met in London, 3–7 July 2023.
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The Government outlined its position on the Commission's proposal for flexibility in driving and rest times for occasional bus services
Press release 6.7.2023The Government has submitted a Union communication to Parliament concerning the proposed amendments to the EU Driving Times, Breaks and Rest Periods Regulation. The proposals are related to...
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The Government outlines its positions on the Cyber Solidarity Regulation
Press release 6.7.2023On 6 July 2023, the Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament on the Commission's proposal for a Cyber Solidarity Regulation and amendments to the Cyber Security Regulation. The aim...
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More ambitious emission reduction targets for global shipping to be negotiated by the IMO
Press release 3.7.2023The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is meeting in London from 3–7 July 2023. The 80th session of the MEPC is expected to adopt a...
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Government outlines its position on amendments to Eurovignette Directive – Proposal has no immediate impacts on Finland
Press release 29.6.2023On 29 June 2023, the Government submitted to Parliament a Union communication on the Commission's proposal for a directive concerning the carbon dioxide emission classes of heavy-duty vehicles with...
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Towards accessible transport system: Accessibility vision sent out for comments
Press release 27.6.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a vision for an accessible transport system. The vision is part of the implementation process of the 12-year transport system plan....
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Over EUR 60 million in EU funding for Finnish transport projects
Press release 22.6.2023Finland has successfully applied for EU funding. The European Commission awarded funding under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to seven projects in Finland. Funding was received for rail...
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Lulu Ranne appointed Minister of Transport and Communications
Press release 20.6.2023On Tuesday 20 June, the President of the Republic appointed Finland’s 77th Government, led by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. At the same time, the President released the ministers in Prime Minister...
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Government proposal implementing EU Digital Services Act sent out for comments
Press release 16.6.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal on the implementation of the EU Digital Services Act and on the collegial body to be set up at the...
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Pursuing equality and non-discrimination
Press release 12.6.2023On 12 June 2023, the Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications published an operational gender equality and non-discrimination plan for 2023–2025. The aim of the plan is to promote equality...
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Minister Harakka to attend OECD Global Forum on Technology
Press release 5.6.2023On 6 June, Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will attend the inaugural event of the OECD Global Forum on Technology in Paris.
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Organisation of passenger rail traffic to change in 2030s: Summary of opinions on assessment memorandum
Press release 1.6.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications has invited comments on the assessment memorandum concerning passenger rail services in the 2030s. The consultation period ran from 3 April to 19 May...
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EU transport and telecommunications ministers to meet in Luxembourg
Press release 1.6.2023The EU Transport and Telecommunications Council will convene in Luxembourg on 1–2 June 2023. Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will represent Finland at the meeting.
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Request for comments: review of 2G network licence terms
Press release 31.5.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on matters to be considered in the review of the licence terms for 2G networks. It is an interim review assessing the need to amend...
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Report on the national implementation of the Data Governance Act published
Press release 26.5.2023On 26 May 2023, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published a working group report on the national implementation of the EU’s Data Governance Act. The report analyses and summarises the...
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Comments invited on draft proposal on bringing into force the international safety code for ships carrying industrial personnel
Press release 26.5.2023The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal on bringing into force the international code of safety for ships carrying industrial personnel and...
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Permanent Secretary Minna Kivimäki to advance Finnish participation in IMO during visits to London and Rabat
Press release 23.5.2023Permanent Secretary Minna Kivimäki will visit London to promote campaigns which seek a place for Finland at the heart of the International Maritime Organization, IMO.
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Government endorses the Commission proposal for a regulation on the approval and market surveillance of non-road mobile machinery
Press release 17.5.2023On 17 May 2023, the Government submitted to Parliament a Union communication on the Commission proposal for a regulation on the approval and market surveillance of non-road mobile machinery. The...
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Sustainability report assesses infrastructure and mitigation of climate change
Press release 16.5.2023The second sustainability report of the Ministry of Transport and Communications emphasises sustainable infrastructure and mitigation of climate change. The three most effective projects in 2022...