Press releases 2021
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New information on the impacts of teleworking and new transport services on greenhouse gas emissions Press release20.09.2021 17.40 fi sv en
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EU-required amendments to the Act on Broadband Construction Aid - opinions are requested on drafts of the Act and Decree Press release20.09.2021 17.25 fi sv en
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Ministry of Transport and Communications requests opinions on passenger rail service purchases Press release08.09.2021 15.13 fi sv en
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Ministerial working group to develop digital transformation, data economy and public administration Press release03.09.2021 15.50 fi sv en
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Legislative proposal on interoperability of electronic road toll systems to Parliament Press release02.09.2021 16.25 fi sv en
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Logistics Digitalisation Forum to ensure Finland's top position in the digitalisation of the logistics sector Press release02.09.2021 16.00 fi sv en
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Minister Harakka met representatives of electric scooter companies for the second time – nighttime restrictions to be extended Press release31.08.2021 18.30 fi sv en
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Preparations for emissions trading scheme for national road transport sector continue, stakeholder consultation in August Press release13.08.2021 11.26 fi sv en
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Get involved and have your say – stakeholder event on Transport Safety Strategy to be held as webcast Press release29.07.2021 14.30 fi sv en
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Finland receives EUR 10.9m from the EU’s CEF for transport project planning Press release19.07.2021 14.42 fi sv en
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New information on economic impacts of emissions trading in maritime transport Press release16.07.2021 11.45 fi sv en
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Minister Harakka: EU measures to reduce transport emissions must be effective and fair Press release16.07.2021 11.30 fi sv en
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More low-emission vehicles onto Finnish roads – EU Directive implemented in August Press release15.07.2021 17.30 fi sv en
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Preparations to begin on speed limits – Minister Harakka meets representatives of electric scooter companies Press release12.07.2021 15.50 fi sv en
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Minister Harakka: Winter navigation to be taken into account in EU emissions trading proposal Press release08.07.2021 13.20 fi sv en
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IMO agrees weak solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping Press release05.07.2021 15.30 fi sv en
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Amendments to Government Decree improve efficiency of waste management in ports Press release02.07.2021 16.20 fi sv en
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Reception of waste in ports to be enhanced – small marinas also required to accept waste from boats Press release01.07.2021 18.00 fi sv en
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Finland publishes its reply to European Commission on Sanoma’s complaint concerning YLE Press release01.07.2021 15.00 fi sv en
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Sustainable growth programme promotes innovation and internationalisation in the transport sector Press release30.06.2021 09.30 fi sv en
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Discretionary government grants for aerodromes and airports awarded for 2021 Press release28.06.2021 15.35 fi sv en
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Schedule for amending the Postal Act and preparing the newspaper delivery support to be specified Press release24.06.2021 09.30 fi sv en
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Comments invited on raising the speed of broadband intended for universal service Press release23.06.2021 13.40 fi sv en
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Validity of seafarers’ certificates of competency and the preparedness obligation for passenger traffic to be extended Press release23.06.2021 11.40 fi sv en
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Government grants radio programme licences in supplementary application round Press release23.06.2021 11.30 fi sv en
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Finland replies to European Commission on Sanoma’s complaint concerning YLE Press release21.06.2021 15.20 fi sv en
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MoniNaisempi digitalisaatio - ICT needs diverse competencies and diverse people Press release18.06.2021 08.45 fi sv en
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Amendments to Water Traffic Act to enter into force on 1 July Press release17.06.2021 13.50 fi sv en
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New comprehensive Transport Safety Strategy circulated for comments Press release14.06.2021 15.00 fi sv en
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Cyber Security Development Programme: Higher level of cyber security brings growth and jobs Press release10.06.2021 16.10 fi sv en
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IMO seeks global solution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from shipping Press release10.06.2021 14.15 fi sv en
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European cooperation in cyber security increases, proposal on Finland’s Coordination Centre sent out for comments Press release09.06.2021 15.15 fi sv en
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Report published on improving accessibility information for mobility services Press release07.06.2021 13.00 fi sv en
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EU Transport Ministers discussed sustainable mobility and Single European Sky Press release03.06.2021 19.46 fi sv en
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Finland proposes to European Commission that documents on Sanoma’s complaint concerning YLE be published Press release03.06.2021 16.00 fi sv en
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Minister Harakka attends a meeting of the EU Transport and Telecommunications Council Press release02.06.2021 12.44 fi sv en
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Government supplementary budget proposal provides funding for new transport projects, cyber security and transport support Press release27.05.2021 14.09 fi sv en
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Government resolution: Digitalisation of logistics brings improved efficiency and sustainability in transport Press release27.05.2021 12.45 fi sv en
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Finland applies for an extension of the COVID-19 derogations from the EU Press release27.05.2021 11.36 fi sv en
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Tachographs not required from vehicles carrying ready-mixed concrete Press release27.05.2021 11.28 fi sv en
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Transport Market Forum discussed the recovery of the transport sector Press release27.05.2021 08.30 fi sv en
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Proposals on road safety of young drivers circulated for comments Press release26.05.2021 10.49 fi sv en
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State and local government negotiators agree to establish a project company to assist planning of the East Railway Press release21.05.2021 12.16 fi sv en
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Implementation of National Transport System Plan picks up speed Press release20.05.2021 14.58 fi sv en
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Comments invited on draft bill on interoperability of electronic road toll systems Press release17.05.2021 15.50 fi sv en
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National Cyber Security Centre to be designated as Finland’s National Coordination Centre in the EU for cyber security matters Press release17.05.2021 15.45 fi sv en
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Government proposes a legislative amendment to continue the advance booking service for border traffic Press release12.05.2021 13.21 fi sv en
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Government decided on means of reducing emissions from road transport – emissions to be halved by 2030 Press release06.05.2021 19.26 fi sv en
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Government resolution to reduce emissions from maritime and inland waterway transport – focus on effective global action Press release06.05.2021 14.42 fi sv en
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Walking and Cycling in Finland Forum to be organised on 11 May 2021 – towards better roads Press release06.05.2021 07.05 fi sv en
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New ways to reduce international shipping emissions as of 2023 Press release05.05.2021 20.25 fi sv en
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Transport automation benefits all of society - draft resolution sent out for comments Press release05.05.2021 12.30 fi sv en
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Restrictions to the handling of vessels’ cargo and waste – decree submitted for comments Press release04.05.2021 15.02 fi sv en
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The Government proposes the reception of waste in ports to be tightened Press release03.05.2021 18.07 fi sv en
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New government proposal: public procurement of vehicles and transport services must be eco-friendly Press release03.05.2021 17.20 fi sv en
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Mid-term policy review and spending limits session – policies of the Ministry of Transport and Communications Press release30.04.2021 14.36 fi sv en
