The European Commission (EC) approves Czech intermodal transport aid scheme

The European Commission has approved a CZK400m ($18.3m) aid scheme to support the shift of freight traffic from road to rail and inland waterways in the Czech Republic.

The scheme, which will run until 31 December 2023, will support the purchase of transport units dedicated to combined transport, such as intermodal road trailers and freight containers. The beneficiaries will be operators of intermodal transport.

The government will support up to 30% of the eligible costs, with the scheme being partially funded by the EU Cohesion Fund. The Commission concluded that the measure is necessary to improve the competitiveness of intermodal transport services in the Czech Republic and that it is proportionate in accordance with EU State aid rules.

For more information, visit: www.ec.europa.eu

21st May 2018