CHISINAU – The Transport Community has completed technical assistance to the Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development of the Republic of Moldova to support the restructuring of the state enterprise “Railways of Moldova”. The assistance focused on preparing the next steps in the reform and supporting planning for the future railway companies.
The project reviewed Moldova’s existing railway restructuring action plan, identifying strengths, gaps and areas where management and responsibilities need to be clarified. It also examined the relevant laws and regulations to assess their alignment with EU requirements.
Based on this review, an updated action plan was prepared, setting out clear responsibilities and timelines for taking the reform forward, including any necessary extension of the implementation period.
The assistance also delivered draft business plans for the two future companies, “CFM Infra” and “CFM Passengers and Freight”. These plans provide financial and economic assessments to support preparations for their establishment and future operations.
The next steps lie with the Moldovan authorities. The Ministry should continue its efforts to establish both companies and put in place the arrangements needed to implement the updated action plan. The draft business plans should also be approved in line with the objectives and deadlines of Moldova’s Reform Agenda.
Through this assistance, the Transport Community is supporting Moldova in preparing practical steps towards a railway sector aligned with EU requirements, helping advance its European integration.
This technical assistance was financed by the European Union under the NDICI-GEO-NEAR/2023/452-688 grant awarded to the Permanent Secretariat of the Transport Community. The project supports preparatory activities aimed at facilitating the progressive integration of Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine into Transport Community activities.
