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25.10.2021 | Finland has invited the Nordic transport ministers to an informal climate meeting on 26 October 2021. The meeting will be arranged by means of online connections and it will be chaired by Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/nordic-transport-ministers-to-discuss-alternative-fuel-distribution-infrastructure
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8.12.2021 | The EU Transport Council will convene in Brussels on 9 December 2021. Finland will be represented by Tuuli-Maaria Aalto, Deputy Permanent Representative.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/climate-measures-in-fit-for-55-package-on-transport-council-agenda
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27.5.2021 | The Government submitted a third supplementary budget proposal for 2021 to Parliament on 27 May. Proposed additional appropriations include funds allocated to the purview of the Ministry of Transport and Communications for new transport projects, cyber security and support for transport due to the coronavirus situation.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/government-supplementary-budget-proposal-provides-funding-for-new-transport-projects-cyber-security-and-transport-support
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14.9.2016 | Preparations to make winter tyres mandatory for heavy vehicles Ministry of Transport and Communications Publication date 14.9.2016 11.02 Type: Press release The Ministry of Transport and Communications will start preparations for amending the requ...https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/preparations-to-make-winter-tyres-mandatory-for-heavy-vehicles
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12.3.2018 | A change proposed to dimensions of heavy-duty vehicles Ministry of Transport and Communications Publication date 12.3.2018 13.31 Type: Press release The Ministry of Transport and Communications proposes that longer combined vehicles than currently...https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/a-change-proposed-to-dimensions-of-heavy-duty-vehicles
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20.5.2022 | In its negotiations on 20 May 2022, the Government discussed the second supplementary budget for 2022. Appropriation increases proposed by the Government will respond to the increase of transport expenses and improve the information security of the public sector and businesses.https://lvm.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-government-supports-public-transport-and-invests-in-cybersecurity-1750445
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20.5.2022 | In its negotiations on 20 May 2022, the Government discussed the second supplementary budget for 2022. Appropriation increases proposed by the Government will respond to the increase of transport expenses and improve the information security of the public sector and businesses.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/minister-harakka-government-supports-public-transport-and-invests-in-cybersecurity
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31.1.2018 | Weights and dimensions of heavy-duty vehicles under development Ministry of Transport and Communications Publication date 31.1.2018 9.08 Type: Press release The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a project to develop the weights...https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/weights-and-dimensions-of-heavy-duty-vehicles-under-development
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27.6.2018 | Emission limits proposed for heavy-duty vehicles Ministry of Transport and Communications Publication date 27.6.2018 13.11 Type: Press release The European Commission has proposed limits to carbon dioxide emissions from new heavy-duty commercial v...https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/emission-limits-proposed-for-heavy-duty-vehicles
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18.8.2023 | In July 2023, the European Union adopted the outcome of the negotiations on the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR). In the Regulation, there is flexibility in areas that are important for Finland. On 15 August 2023, the Ministry of Transport and Communications decided to launch a legislative project on the matter and start preparations for adopting legislative amendments.https://lvm.fi/en/-/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-launches-a-legislative-project-on-national-implementation-of-the-eu-regulation-on-alternative-fuels-infrastructure
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31.1.2018 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a project to develop the weights and dimensions of heavy-duty vehicles. The aim is to improve cost efficiency and energy efficiency and to reduce the emissions from transport.https://lvm.fi/en/-/weights-and-dimensions-of-heavy-duty-vehicles-under-development-963906
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27.6.2018 | The European Commission has proposed limits to carbon dioxide emissions from new heavy-duty commercial vehicles. So far no such limits have been set on the EU level.https://lvm.fi/en/-/emission-limits-proposed-for-heavy-duty-vehicles-980074
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12.3.2018 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications proposes that longer combined vehicles than currently be allowed in road transport. The longest permitted dimension would be extended to 34.50 metres from the current 25.25 metres.https://lvm.fi/en/-/a-change-proposed-to-dimensions-of-heavy-duty-vehicles-968269
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13.2.2020 | On 12 February 2020, the Ministry of Transport and Communications invited comments on draft amendments to a decree that specify the provisions on a test model for qualifications for lorry and bus drivers. The amendment aims to remedy the shortage of heavy vehicle drivers and to ensure the provision of transport services.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/comments-invited-on-draft-decree-on-a-model-for-driver-qualifications-for-heavy-road-vehicles
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28.5.2025 | On 28 May 2025, the Finnish Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament regarding the European Commission’s proposal for the so-called Roadworthiness Package. In principle, the Government supports the proposal’s aim to promote road safety and reduce the negative environmental impacts of transport.https://lvm.fi/en/-/government-outlines-its-position-on-the-european-commission-s-roadworthiness-package
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13.2.2020 | On 12 February 2020, the Ministry of Transport and Communications invited comments on draft amendments to a decree that specify the provisions on a test model for qualifications for lorry and bus drivers. The amendment aims to remedy the shortage of heavy vehicle drivers and to ensure the provision of transport services.https://lvm.fi/en/-/comments-invited-on-draft-decree-on-a-model-for-driver-qualifications-for-heavy-road-vehicles-1033153
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12.5.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is launching a law‑drafting project to prepare purchase subsidies for electric and gas‑operated vehicles. The aim is to renew the vehicle stock, which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transport. New subsidies would include support for buying electric and gas‑operated vans and electric heavy‑duty vehicles.https://lvm.fi/en/-/194055633/four-purchase-subsidies-being-planned-for-buying-a-low-emission-vehicle-new-purchase-subsidies-for-the-electric-vans-and-heavy-duty-vehicles
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12.5.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is launching a law‑drafting project to prepare purchase subsidies for electric and gas‑operated vehicles. The aim is to renew the vehicle stock, which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transport. New subsidies would include support for buying electric and gas‑operated vans and electric heavy‑duty vehicles.https://lvm.fi/en/-/four-purchase-subsidies-being-planned-for-buying-a-low-emission-vehicle-new-purchase-subsidies-for-the-electric-vans-and-heavy-duty-vehicles-1318572
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29.3.2023 | On 29 March 2023, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published a distribution infrastructure programme for new fuels in road transport. The programme extends to 2035.https://lvm.fi/en/-/road-transport-fuel-distribution-infrastructure-programme-guides-the-development-of-distribution-infrastructure-for-new-fuels
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22.6.2023 | Finland 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 transport and port projects. They include central government projects and projects by other operators.https://lvm.fi/en/-/over-eur-60-million-in-eu-funding-for-finnish-transport-projects