The Polish government has decided to allocate over €57.6 million for the improvement of road and rail infrastructure in the border regions with Ukraine. The majority of this amount, €52.5 million, will be invested in the development of road and rail connections as part of the Interreg NEXT Poland – Ukraine 2021-2027 program. An additional €5.1 million has been earmarked to support small projects focused on the circular economy.
This is reported by Business • Media
Improving transport accessibility and freight transport
The planned investments aim to enhance road safety, reduce travel times for residents of border areas, and increase the speed and efficiency of freight transport across the border. Four projects related to the modernization of regional roads have already been identified, along with one project for updating rail infrastructure.
Grants for environmental initiatives and prospects for further cooperation
Additionally, the Small Projects Fund will provide opportunities to receive EU grants ranging from €20,000 to €90,000 for initiatives aimed at material reuse, energy conservation, and sustainable living. The application process for these grants will begin in the first half of 2026.
These investments will improve traffic safety, reduce travel times for residents, and make freight transport faster and more efficient.
In addition to current projects, negotiations have already begun regarding the continuation of Polish-Ukrainian cross-border cooperation for the period of 2028-2034, creating additional prospects for the development of border infrastructure and partnerships between the countries.