LUXEMBOURG – Representatives of the road authorities from the Western Balkans gathered on 5-6 June 2025 in Luxembourg to share ideas and experiences on how to successfully deliver road infrastructure through public-private partnerships (PPPs).
Organised by the Permanent Secretariat of the Transport Community, in cooperation with the European Commission, major international financial institutions including the European Investment Bank (EIB), European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), World Bank, and International Finance Corporation (IFC), as well as EIB Advisory/JASPERS and European PPP Expertise Centre (EIB EPEC) the two-day workshop focused on how governments can work with private investors to build more resilient and safer road infrastructure.
The event provided hands-on guidance for representatives of national authorities, especially those from the Western Balkans, helping them better understand the practical steps needed to launch and manage road projects with private partners. Experts from the European PPP Expertise Centre (EPEC) walked participants through each stage of a PPP project – from design and financing to awarding contracts and ensuring long-term value for taxpayers.
Participants explored examples and lessons learned from PPP projects across Europe. The workshop also highlighted recent road infrastructure initiatives in the Western Balkans, offering concrete recommendations on how to unlock the region’s potential through well-structured partnerships.
The workshop also featured perspectives from the EIB, World Bank, IFC and EBRD, all of whom stressed the importance of a stable legal framework and early preparation in attracting private investment. EU representatives also outlined the policy support available to authorities aiming to adopt PPPs more widely.
The event highlighted the fact that when properly prepared and managed, PPPs can bring not only infrastructure but also long-term economic growth, innovation, and better services for citizens.
