44 Amendments of Rolandas PAKSAS related to 2018/0228(COD)
Amendment 80 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2 a (new)
Recital 2 a (new)
(2a) The Programme should contribute to promote the territorial accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union, including remote, outermost, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions, as well as sparsely populated areas;
Amendment 105 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4
Recital 4
(4) Reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with Union’s commitments to implement the Paris Agreement, and the commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, this Regulation should therefore mainstream climate action and lead to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the EU budget expenditures supporting climate objectives18 . Actions under this Programme are expected to contribute 60% of the overall financial envelope of the Programme to climate objectives, based inter alia on the following Rio markers: i) 100% for the expenditures relating to railway infrastructure, alternative fuels for all transport modes, clean urban transport, electricity transmission, electricity storage, smart grids, CO2 transportation and renewable energy; ii) 40% for inland waterways and multimodal transport, and gas infrastructure - if enabling increased use of renewable hydrogen or bio-methane. Relevant actions will be identified during the Programme's preparation and implementation, and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes. In order to prevent that infrastructure is vulnerable to potential long term climate change impacts and to ensure that the cost of greenhouse gas emissions arising from the project is included in the project's economic evaluation, projects supported by the Programme should be subject to climate proofing in accordance with guidance that should be developed by the Commission coherently with the guidance developed for other programmes of the Union where relevant. __________________ 18 COM(2018) 321, page 13
Amendment 109 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 4 a (new)
Recital 4 a (new)
(4a) In order to reach Union's targets and commitments to tackle climate change, the Programme encourages modal shift to sustainable modes of transport such as railways, maritime and inland waterways. In particular, the Programme will consider introducing support mechanisms for maritime transport based on the results of the MedAtlantic EcoBonus project.
Amendment 127 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) An important objective of this Programme is to deliver increased synergies between the transport, energy and digital sector. For that purpose, the Programme should provide for the adoption of cross-sectoral work programmes that could address specific intervention areas, for instance as regards connected and automated mobility or alternative fuels for all transport modes. In addition, the Programme should allow, within each sector, the possibility to consider eligible some ancillary components pertaining to another sector, where such an approach improves the socio-economic benefit of the investment. Synergies between sectors should be incentivized through the award criteria for the selection of actions.
Amendment 137 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 8
Recital 8
(8) In order to achieve the objectives laid down in the TEN-T guidelines, it is necessary to support with priority the continuation of EU co-funding for ongoing TEN-T projects foreseen to be completed by 2030, telematics applications and other actions to digitalise transport, as well as the cross-border links and the missing links and to ensure, where applicable, that the supported actions are consistent with the corridor work plans established pursuant to Article 47 of Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 and to the overall network development regarding performance and interoperability.
Amendment 154 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 9
Recital 9
(9) In order to reflect growing transport flows and the evolution of the network, the alignment of the core network corridors and, their pre-identified sections and their capacity should be adapted. These adaptations to the core network should not affect its completion by 2030 and should be proportionate in order to preserve the consistency and the efficiency of the corridor development and coordination. For that reason the length of the core network corridors should not increase by more than 15%, if they are to be increased at all, not increase by more than 15%. Evolutions on the comprehensive network must be monitored and assessed in order to guarantee the relevance of the sections.
Amendment 163 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) It is necessary to promote investments in favour of smart, sustainable, inclusive, safe and secure mobility throughout the Union. In 2017, the Commission presented20 "Europe on the move", a wide-ranging set of initiatives to make traffic safer, encourage smart road charging, reduce CO2 emissions, air pollution and congestion, promote connected and autonomous mobility and ensure proper conditions and rest times for workers. These initiatives for all modes of transport. Actions supporting these initiatives, especially for telematics applications and automated mobility, should be accompanied by Union financial support, where relevant through this Programme. __________________ 20 Commission Communication "Europe on the move: An agenda for a socially fair transition towards clean, competitive and connected mobility for all" – COM(2017) 283
Amendment 178 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 11
Recital 11
(11) The TEN-T guidelines require, with regard to new technologies and innovation, that the TEN-T enables the decarbonisation of all transport modes by stimulating energy efficiency as well as the use of alternative fuels. Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council21 establishes a common framework of measures for the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure in the Union for all modes of transport in order to minimise dependence on oil and to mitigate the environmental impact of transport and requires Member States to ensure that recharging or refuelling points accessible to the public are made available by 31 December 2025. As outlined in the Commission proposals22 of November 2017, a comprehensive set of measures to promote low-emission mobility is necessary including financial support where the market conditions do not provide a sufficient incentiveregard to new technologies and innovation, the TEN-T guidelines further require to advance the development and deployment of telematic applications. __________________ 21 Directive 2014/94/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 October 2014 on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure (OJ L 307, 28.10.2014, p. 1). 22 Commission Communication "Delivering on low-emission mobility A European Union that protects the planet, empowers its consumers and defends its industry and workers" – COM(2017) 675
Amendment 198 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
Amendment 332 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 46 a (new)
Recital 46 a (new)
(46a) The implementation of the Programme relates to local and Regional Authorities’ prerogatives. Therefore, where and when necessary, these authorities should be consulted in the Committee procedure as established in Regulation (EU)182/2011 of the European Parliament and the Council.
Amendment 339 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) “action” means any activity which has been identified as financially and technically independent, has a set time- frame and is necessary for the implementation of a project of common interest;
Amendment 344 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point b
(b) “alternative fuels” means alternative fuels for all modes of transport as defined in Article 2(1) of Directive 2014/94/EU;
Amendment 404 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point r a (new)
(ra) “infrastructure for civilian- military dual-use” means infrastructure for which civilian/military synergies exist, which are generally used for civilian purposes but which are of strategic importance for military use, and for which hybrid standards for dual-use exist or will be developed jointly by the national transport and defence ministries;
Amendment 420 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 1
Article 3 – paragraph 1
1. The Programme has the general objective to develop and modernise the trans-European networks in the fields of transport, energy and digital and to facilitate cross-border cooperation in the field of renewable energy, taking into account the long-term decarbonisation commitments and with emphasis on synergies among sectors. In the transport sector, it shall give priority to cross-border connections, the removal of bottlenecks, the construction of missing links, the strengthening of sustainable transport modes, as well as the digitalisation of transport, for example through the deployment of telematics applications. The CEF shall also contribute to supporting projects with a European added value and significant societal benefits which do not receive adequate financing from the market.
Amendment 423 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
(a) In the transport sector to contribute to the development of projects of common interest, as identified in Article 7(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013, mobility, that pursue the objectives set out under Article 4 of that Regulation relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart, sustainable, inclusive, safe and secure:
Amendment 424 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i
(i) to contribute to the development of projects of common intereremove bottlenecks, bridge missing links and improve cross-border sections and to st relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart, sustainable, inclusive, safe and secure mobilityngthen territorial, social and economic cohesion and to promote the territorial accessibility and connectivity of all regions of the Union;
Amendment 445 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i a (new)
(ia) to enhance interoperability and safety through telematic applications and automation, especially for rail through the deployment of ERTMS on-board and on-track;
Amendment 448 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i b (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i b (new)
(ib) to ensure sustainable and efficient transport systems through transition to innovative low-carbon and energy- efficient transport technologies, while optimising safety;
Amendment 449 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i c (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i c (new)
(ic) to optimise the integration and interconnection of transport modes and enhance the interoperability of transport services, while ensuring the accessibility of transport infrastructures;
Amendment 454 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point ii
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point a – point ii
Amendment 489 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1
Article 4 – paragraph 1
1. The financial envelope for the implementation of the Programme for the period 2021-2027 is set at EUR 42,2657,180,493,000 in current prices.
Amendment 499 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – introductory part
(a) up to EUR 30,6155,530,493,000 for the specific objectives referred to in Article 3(2)(a), of which:
Amendment 515 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i a (new)
(ia) EUR 11,415,000,000 for telematic applications and automation, especially for the deployment of ERTMS on-board and on-track, for the specific objective referred to in Article 3(2)(a)(i);
Amendment 528 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i i i
Article 4 – paragraph 2 – point a – point i i i
Amendment 574 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 8
Article 4 – paragraph 8
8. As regards the amounts transferred from the Cohesion Fund, 340% of these amounts shall be made available immediately to all Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund to finance transport infrastructure projects in accordance with this Regulation, with priority to cross-border and missing links. Until 31 December 2023, the selection of projects eligible for financing shall respect the national allocations under the Cohesion Fund with regard to 760% of the resources transferred. As of 1 January 2024, resources transferred to the Programme which have not been committed to a transport infrastructure project shall be made available to all Member States eligible for funding from the Cohesion Fund to finance transport infrastructure projects in accordance with this Regulation.
Amendment 588 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 9
Article 4 – paragraph 9
9. Resources allocated to Member States under shared management may, at their request and in accordance with the relevant managing Authority,, be transferred to the Programme. The Commission shall implement those resources directly in accordance with [point (a) of Article 62(1)] of the Financial Regulation or indirectly in accordance with point (c) of that Article. Where possible those resources shall be used for the benefit of the Member State concerned.
Amendment 696 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a – point iii a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point a – point iii a (new)
(iiia) Actions supporting the improvement of territorial connectivity and accessibility in all Regions of the Union, including remote, outermost, insular, peripheral and mountainous regions, as well as sparsely populated areas, including actions relating to the relevant urban node, maritime and in land ports and rail-road terminals;
Amendment 714 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ii
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ii
Amendment 724 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iv
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point iv
(iv) actions supporting new technologies and innovation, including automation, enhanced transport services, modal integration and alternative fuels infrastructure for all modes of transport, in accordance with Article 33 of Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013;
Amendment 758 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ix a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point b – point ix a (new)
(ixa) actions to reduce rail freight noise, including by retrofitting existing rolling stock in cooperation with, inter alia, the railway industry;
Amendment 770 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c
Amendment 781 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 9 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) Under the specific objective referred to in Article NEW 3(2)(a)(i): actions supporting new technologies and innovation, such as telematic applications systems and automation, including for safety purposes, in accordance with Article 31 of Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013;
Amendment 835 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 5
Article 11 – paragraph 5
5. The work programmes referred to in Article 19 may provide that only proposals submitted by one or more Member States or, with the agreement of the Member States concerned , by international organisations, joint undertakings, or public or private undertakings or bodies are eligible.
Amendment 865 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) Connectivity and territorial accessibility
Amendment 917 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point a
(a) for works relating to the specific objectives referred to in Article 3 (2) (a), the amount of Union financial assistance shall not exceed 30 % of the total eligible cost. The co-financing rates may be increased to a maximum of 50 % for actions relating to cross-border links under the conditions specified in point (c) of this paragraph, for actions relating to the improvement of territorial connectivity and accessibility, for actions supporting the Motorways of the Sea and maritime links, including actions supporting ports of the comprehensive network, for actions supporting telematic applications systems, for actions supporting new technologies and innovation, for actions supporting improvements of infrastructure safety in line with relevant Union legislation and for actions located in outermost regions;
Amendment 941 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point b
(b) as regards the amounts transferred from the Cohesion Fund, the maximum co- financing rates shall be those applicable to the Cohesion Fund as referred to in the Regulation (EU) XXX [CPR]. These co- financing rates may be increased to a maximum of 85% for actions relating to cross-border links under the conditions specified in point (c) of this paragraph and for actions relating to the improvement of territorial connectivity and accessibility;;
Amendment 958 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 14 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) as regards actions relating to the improvement of territorial connectivity and accessibility, the increased maximum co-financing rated as provided in point (a) and (b) may only apply to actions that demonstrate a particularly high degree of integration in the implementation of action for the purpose of the award criterion referred to in Article13(1)(c).
Amendment 979 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point c
(c) expenditure related to the purchase of land shall not be an eligible cost, except for funds transferred from the Cohesion Fund in the transport sector in accordance with a Regulation laying down common provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the Cohesion Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and laying down general provision on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion Fund;
Amendment 983 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point d
(d) eligible costs shall not include value added tax ("VAT").
Amendment 1078 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – introductory part
The budgetary resources referred to in Article 4 paragraph 2 (a) (i) and (ii) shall be distributed as follows:
Amendment 1080 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – indent 1
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – indent 1
– 680% for the actions listed at Article 9 paragraph 2 (a): "Actions relating to efficient and interconnected networks ";
Amendment 1089 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – indent 2
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 – indent 2
– 420% for the actions listed at Article 9 paragraph 2 (b): "Actions relating to smart, sustainable, inclusive, safe and secure mobility".
Amendment 1093 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 a (new)
Annex I – part II – paragraph 1 a (new)
The budgetary resources referred to in Article 4 paragraph 2 (a)(ii) shall be distributed as follows: – 80% for the actions listed at Article 9 paragraph 2 (a): "Actions relating to efficient and interconnected networks "; – 20% for the actions listed at Article 9 paragraph 2 (b): "Actions relating to smart, sustainable, inclusive, safe and secure mobility".
Amendment 1136 #
Proposal for a regulation
Annex I – Part III – point 1 – table – Core network corridor “North-Baltic”
Annex I – Part III – point 1 – table – Core network corridor “North-Baltic”
Core network corridor "North Sea – Baltic" Alignment Luleå – Helsinki – Tallinn – Riga Ventspils – Riga Riga – Kaunas Klaipeda – Kaunas – Vilnius Kaunas – Warszawa BY border – Warszawa – Łódź – /Poznań – Frankfurt/Oder – Berlin – Hamburg Hamburg – Kiel Łódź – Katowice/Wrocław UA/PL border – Rzeszów – Katowice – Wrocław – Falkenberg – Magdeburg Szczecin/Świnoujście – Berlin – Magdeburg – Braunschweig – Hannover Hannover – Bremen – Bremerhaven/Wilhelmshaven Hannover – Osnabrück – Hengelo – Almelo – Deventer – Utrecht Utrecht – Amsterdam Utrecht – Rotterdam – Antwerpen Hannover – Köln – Antwerpen Pre- Cross- Tallinn – Rīga – Kaunas – Warszawa:/Vilnius – Rail identified border Warszawa: Rail Baltic new UIC gauge fully sections fully interoperable line Świnoujście/Szczecin – Berlin Rail/Inland Waterways Via Baltica Corridor EE-LV-LT-PL Road Road Missing Kaunas – Vilnius deleted Rail Rail link Warszawa/Idzikowice – Poznań/Wrocław, incl. connections to the planned Central Transport Hub Kiel Kanal Inland Waterways Berlin – Magdeburg – Hannover; Mittellandkanal; western German canals Rhine, Waal Noordzeekanaal, IJssel, Twentekanaal