The Commission communication of 9 December 2020 entitled Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy – putting European transport on track for the future sets out milestones to show the Union transport system’s path towards achieving the objectives of a sustainable, smart and resilient mobility. It envisages that rail freight traffic will increase by 50 % by 2030 and double by 2050, traffic on high-speed rail will double by 2030 and triple by 2050, and scheduled collective travel under 500 km should be carbon-neutral by 2030 within the Union. To achieve those goals, rail transport should become more attractive in terms of affordability, reliability and accessibility. Rail transport services should also be better adapted to the needs of travellers and freight shippers.
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