The European Investment Bank (EIB) has allocated nearly EUR 900 million in 2025 for the modernization of railway infrastructure in the Czech Republic, as part of a total financing package of EUR 1.93 billion granted to the country last year.

Approximately 680 million EUR are earmarked for the modernization of lines included in the TEN-T core network, and over 200 million EUR will finance the rehabilitation of regional lines, technical upgrades, and the purchase of vehicles and maintenance equipment.

The works include the implementation of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) on several lines and the improvement of safety at level crossings.

A loan of approximately EUR 480 million granted to the Czech government is aimed at technological and design improvements on routes connecting the Czech Republic with Austria and Poland.

In addition to direct financing, the EIB has provided assistance for the preparation and structuring of major rail projects under public-private partnerships (PPPs), including:

Technical support covers project structuring, risk allocation, and tender documentation, with the aim of ensuring bankable projects aligned with the European Union’s TEN-T priorities.

In total, EIB financing in the Czech Republic in 2025 reached EUR 1.93 billion, with almost half going to transport.

EIB Vice-President Marek Mora emphasized that economic development and quality of life depend on “reliable transport connections and a modern energy system.”