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  1. Public consultation on amending Aviation Act begins - Finnish Government

    7.3.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting comments on the Government’s draft proposal for amending the Aviation Act and for related acts. The deadline for submitting comments is 3 April 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/public-consultation-on-amending-aviation-act-begins

  2. Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark to participate in NATO MRTT air transport fleet - Finnish Government

    5.6.2025 | Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark to participate in NATO MRTT air transport fleet Ministry of Defence Publication date 5.6.2025 16.30 Type: Press release On Thursday 5 June 2025, the defence ministers of Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark signe...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-sweden-norway-and-denmark-to-participate-in-nato-mrtt-air-transport-fleet

  3. Public consultation begins on amendments to convention on seafarer certification - Finnish Government

    2.4.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the national adoption of convention amendments adopted by the Maritime Safety Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The amendments concern the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). The deadline for submitting comments is 19 April 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/public-consultation-begins-on-amendments-to-convention-on-seafarer-certification

  4. Equality mainstreaming increases inclusion and promotes non-discrimination - Finnish Government

    20.4.2026 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications and the agencies in its branch of government, the Transport and Communications Agency, the Transport Infrastructure Agency and the Meteorological Institute, have drawn up a joint operational plan on gender equality and non-discrimination for 2026–2030.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/equality-mainstreaming-increases-inclusion-and-promotes-non-discrimination-

  5. Minister Ranne to attend the ITF Summit: “Finland is a frontrunner in the resilience of transport” - Finnish Government

    20.5.2025 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will attend the Summit of the International Transport Forum (ITF) in Leipzig, Germany, on 21 and 22 May 2025. The theme of this year’s summit is transport resilience in times of crises.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-attend-the-itf-summit-finland-is-a-frontrunner-in-the-resilience-of-transport-

  6. Amendments to the Convention on Road Signs and Signals to be approved - Finnish Government

    16.4.2026 | On 16 April 2026, the Government proposed that the amendments made to the international Convention on Road Signs and Signals be approved. The amendments will have only minor effects in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-the-convention-on-road-signs-and-signals-to-be-approved

  7. EU transport ministers agree on rights of air passengers - Finnish Government

    6.6.2025 | The EU Transport Council reached a political agreement on amending the regulations on air passenger rights on 5 June 2025. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/eu-transport-ministers-agree-on-rights-of-air-passengers

  8. Provisions supplementing the Cyber Resilience Act to enter into force: Improving cybersecurity of smart devices and software - Finnish Government

    28.5.2026 | On 28 May 2026, the Government proposed the approval of the national provisions supplementing the European Union’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). The legislation will enter into force on 1 June 2026, with transitional periods aligned with those of the CRA during 2026–2027. The aim of the CRA is to improve the cybersecurity of products.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/provisions-supplementing-the-cyber-resilience-act-to-enter-into-force-improving-cybersecurity-of-smart-devices-and-software

  9. Draft amendments to Private Roads Act sent out for consultation - Finnish Government

    2.4.2026 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal to amend the Private Roads Act. The proposed amendments respond to the needs identified by the authorities and courts applying the act, as well as to feedback from stakeholders. Comments may be submitted until 11 May 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/draft-amendments-to-private-roads-act-sent-out-for-consultation

  10. Study by the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency: Shift to European track gauge would improve military mobility - Finnish Government

    11.6.2025 | At the seminar held on 11 June 2025, the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency presented the main results of a study on extending the standard track gauge commonly used in Europe to northern Finland. According to the study, extending the narrower track gauge to Finland will primarily benefit military mobility.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/study-by-the-finnish-transport-infrastructure-agency-shift-to-european-track-gauge-would-improve-military-mobility

  11. Decree on Penalty Fares in Public Transport circulated for comments: Increase proposed to Helsinki Region Transport penalty fare - Finnish Government

    28.2.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the proposed amendments to the Decree on Penalty Fares in Public Transport. The Decree would be amended to increase the public transport penalty fare from EUR 80 to EUR 100 in public transport provided by Helsinki Region Transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/decree-on-penalty-fares-in-public-transport-circulated-for-comments-increase-proposed-to-helsinki-region-transport-penalty-fare

  12. Decree on Penalty Fares in Public Transport circulated for comments: Increase proposed to Helsinki Region Transport penalty fare - Finnish Government

    28.2.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the proposed amendments to the Decree on Penalty Fares in Public Transport. The Decree would be amended to increase the public transport penalty fare from EUR 80 to EUR 100 in public transport provided by Helsinki Region Transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/decree-on-penalty-fares-in-public-transport-circulated-for-comments-increase-proposed-to-helsinki-region-transport-penalty-fare-1947439

  13. IMO promotes digitalisation and facilitation of maritime traffic - Finnish Government

    31.3.2026 | The Facilitation Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) met in London from 23 to 27 March 2026. The Facilitation Committee (FAL) deals with facilitation, digitalisation and procedures by the authorities related to international maritime traffic.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/imo-promotes-digitalisation-and-facilitation-of-maritime-traffic

  14. Consultation process: Implementation of taxi transport agreement between Finland and Norway progresses - Finnish Government

    30.4.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for national implementation of the agreement between Finland and Norway on international taxi transport services. Opinions may be submitted until 21 May 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/consultation-process-implementation-of-taxi-transport-agreement-between-finland-and-norway-progresses

  15. Amendments to data provisions of Transport Services Act - Finnish Government

    27.3.2025 | The Government proposes that the President of the Republic approve the amendment to the Act on Transport Services and that it would enter into force on 14 April 2025. The President of the Republic is expected to approve the Act on Friday, 4 April 2025. Individual amendments were made to the Act due to EU regulation, for example.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-data-provisions-of-transport-services-act

  16. National Cyber Security Exercise for State Administration organizations targeted Supply Chains and Critical Dependencies - Finnish Government

    1.6.2026 | The 2026 National Cyber Security Exercise for state administration organizations was held from 25 to 29 May. In the exercise, the aim was to influence citizen services through cyber-attacks using real-world threat actor tactics and techniques.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/national-cyber-security-exercise-for-state-administration-organizations-targeted-supply-chains-and-critical-dependencies

  17. Update of Transport 12 Plan receives largely positive comments - Finnish Government

    3.4.2025 | The draft National Transport System Plan, or the draft Transport 12 Plan, and the related environmental report, were circulated for comments from 20 December 2024 to 5 March 2025. A total of 250 comments were received. Overall the update was largely considered appropriate in relation to the changes that have taken place in the operating environment.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/update-of-transport-12-plan-receives-largely-positive-comments

  18. Comments invited: Knowledge base for publicly supported transport to be improved - Finnish Government

    16.12.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a draft government proposal for temporarily amending the Act on Transport Services. The proposal aims to centralise data on publicly supported passenger transport services in one place to make the data more accessible. The deadline for submitting comments is 5 February 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-invited-knowledge-base-for-publicly-supported-transport-to-be-improved

  19. At IMO, countries extend negotiations on measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping - Finnish Government

    4.5.2026 | The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) met in London from 27 April to 1 May 2026. As expected, the Committee’s 84th session again allowed more time for negotiations on measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/at-imo-countries-extend-negotiations-on-measures-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-from-shipping

  20. Report: Accessibility of public transport travel chains has scope for improvement - Finnish Government

    4.11.2022 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications published a report on 4 November 2022 on the findings of a study that looked into the accessibility of public transport travel chains. The findings indicate that the physical accessibility of travel chains and the availability of accessibility information on journeys should be improved.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/report-accessibility-of-public-transport-travel-chains-has-scope-for-improvement

  21. Comments requested on amendments to rail transport regulation: Extension for rail wagon procurements - Finnish Government

    22.1.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a draft government proposal that would amend the regulation concerning rail transport. The legislative amendments would enhance the safety and security of urban rail transport and give an extension of time to the forest and chemicals industries for procuring rolling stock that meets the EU requirements. The deadline for submitting comments is 5 March 2025. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-requested-on-amendments-to-rail-transport-regulation-extension-for-rail-wagon-procurements-

  22. Implementation of taxi transport agreement between Finland and Norway progresses - Finnish Government

    9.4.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has set up a legislative project to bring into force nationally the agreement on taxi transport services between the Republic of Finland and the Kingdom of Norway.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/implementation-of-taxi-transport-agreement-between-finland-and-norway-progresses

  23. Government withdraws proposal on legislation supplementing the Gigabit Infrastructure Act - Finnish Government

    26.3.2026 | The Government withdraws its proposal submitted to Parliament on 21 August 2025 for legislation supplementing the EU Gigabit Infrastructure Act. On 26 March 2026, the Government submitted a communication to Parliament on the withdrawal of the proposal.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-withdraws-proposal-on-legislation-supplementing-the-gigabit-infrastructure-act

  24. Over EUR 90 million in EU funding awarded to Finnish transport projects including new icebreaker - Finnish Government

    3.7.2025 | The European Commission has awarded EUR 91.01 million under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to nine projects in Finland. Of this, around EUR 59.60 million will go to government initiatives.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/over-eur-90-million-in-eu-funding-awarded-to-finnish-transport-projects-including-new-icebreaker

  25. International Maritime Organization to continue negotiating measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships - Finnish Government

    24.4.2026 | The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) will meet in London from 27 April to 1 May 2026. IMO Member States are expected to decide the next steps in negotiations on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from shipping. Other topics to be discussed include specifications to the rules on the carbon intensity and energy efficiency of vessels, the regulation of ballast water and guidance on reducing underwater noise.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-maritime-organization-to-continue-negotiating-measures-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-from-ships

  26. Report: Accessibility of public transport travel chains has scope for improvement - Finnish Government

    4.11.2022 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications published a report on 4 November 2022 on the findings of a study that looked into the accessibility of public transport travel chains. The findings indicate that the physical accessibility of travel chains and the availability of accessibility information on journeys should be improved.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-accessibility-of-public-transport-travel-chains-has-scope-for-improvement-1857064

  27. Government proposes experimental legislation to collect data on publicly supported passenger transport - Finnish Government

    16.4.2025 | A proposal on temporary amendments to the Act on Transport Services was submitted to Parliament by the Government. The aim is to centralise data on publicly supported passenger transport services in one and the same place.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-experimental-legislation-to-collect-data-on-publicly-supported-passenger-transport

  28. Government proposal to update provisions on transport and logistics data circulated for comments - Finnish Government

    26.3.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting comments on the Government’s draft proposal on updating provisions on transport and logistics data. The update aims to create a more uniform basis for deploying intelligent transport systems and using transport data. Comments may be submitted until 9 May 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposal-to-update-provisions-on-transport-and-logistics-data-circulated-for-comments

  29. Finland seeks EU funding for subsea cable repair capacity - Finnish Government

    16.4.2026 | A Finnish-led project has applied for EUR 9.55 million in European Commission funding to reinforce subsea cable repair capacity. The project is coordinated by the Finnish National Emergency Supply Agency and involves partners from Finland, Sweden and Estonia. The Ministerial Finance Committee decided in favour of the proposal on 16 April 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-seeks-eu-funding-for-subsea-cable-repair-capacity

  30. Nordic transport ministers issue a statement on military mobility and security of supply - Finnish Government

    13.5.2025 | Transport ministers of Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark will meet on 13–14 May 2025 in Helsinki. They will issue a joint statement on military mobility and security of supply.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/nordic-transport-ministers-issue-a-statement-on-military-mobility-and-security-of-supply

  31. International Maritime Organization reached provisional agreement on measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in maritime transport - Finnish Government

    11.4.2025 | The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) met in London on 7–11 April 2025. After challenging negotiations, the Committee’s 83rd session reached a provisional agreement on measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships. The final decisions are to be made in October 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-maritime-organization-reached-provisional-agreement-on-measures-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-in-maritime-transport

  32. Minister Ranne to the EU Transport and Telecommunications Council: better safety for roads and information networks - Finnish Government

    4.6.2025 | The EU Transport and Telecommunications Council will convene in Luxembourg from 5 to 6 June 2025. Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-the-eu-transport-and-telecommunications-council-better-safety-for-roads-and-information-networks

  33. Amended Driving Licence Act includes night driving ban for young drivers to improve traffic safety for young people - Finnish Government

    13.5.2026 | The Government proposed on 13 May 2026 that the amendments to the Driving Licence Act be adopted. For the most part, the Act will enter into force on 29 May 2026. The aim of the amendments is to improve traffic safety for young people in particular.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amended-driving-licence-act-includes-night-driving-ban-for-young-drivers-to-improve-traffic-safety-for-young-people

  34. Assessment memorandum on the need to amend legislation concerning transport infrastructure is now available for comments - Finnish Government

    17.4.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting comments on an assessment memorandum examining the current need for amendments to the legislation concerning transport infrastructure. Comments can be made on the memorandum until 1 June 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/assessment-memorandum-on-the-need-to-amend-legislation-concerning-transport-infrastructure-is-now-available-for-comments

  35. Finland and Norway sign agreement on cross-border taxi transport services - Finnish Government

    13.3.2025 | On 13 March 2025, Finland’s Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and Norway’s Minister of Transport Jon-Ivar Nygård signed an agreement in Oslo, Norway, on taxi transport services between the Republic of Finland and the Kingdom of Norway. The agreement permits taxi transport services between Finland and Norway.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-and-norway-sign-agreement-on-cross-border-taxi-transport-services

  36. National campaign encourages passengers to return to public transport - Finnish Government

    7.6.2022 | The national public transport campaign, carried out through inter-authority collaboration, will continue on 7 June 2022. The purpose of the campaign is to encourage passengers to return to public transport. In late 2021, it was put on hold due to the deteriorated COVID-19 situation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/national-campaign-encourages-passengers-to-return-to-public-transport-1764471

  37. National campaign encourages passengers to return to public transport - Finnish Government

    7.6.2022 | The national public transport campaign, carried out through inter-authority collaboration, will continue on 7 June 2022. The purpose of the campaign is to encourage passengers to return to public transport. In late 2021, it was put on hold due to the deteriorated COVID-19 situation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/national-campaign-encourages-passengers-to-return-to-public-transport

  38. Clocks go forward as summer time begins on Sunday 29 March - Finnish Government

    25.3.2026 | Winter time ends and clocks are changed to summer time on the night between Saturday and Sunday. Clocks will be changed forward by one hour this Sunday, 29 March 2026, at 3 in the morning.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/clocks-go-forward-as-summer-time-begins-on-sunday-29-march

  39. Secretary-General of International Telecommunications Union to visit Finland at invitation of Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen and Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne - Finnish Government

    5.5.2025 | Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen, Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and Director General of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom Jarkko Saarimäki will meet Secretary-General of International Telecommunications Union Doreen Bogdan-Martin in Helsinki on 6 May 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/secretary-general-of-international-telecommunications-union-to-visit-finland-at-invitation-of-minister-for-foreign-affairs-elina-valtonen-and-minister-of-transport-and-communications-lulu-ranne

  40. Consultation process: Competence to municipalities and regions to arrange passenger rail transport - Finnish Government

    17.2.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal concerning the competent authorities in rail transport. Comments can be submitted until 14 March 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/lausuntokierros-kunnille-ja-alueille-toimivalta-jarjestaa-henkilojunaliikennetta-1

  41. Finnish operators apply for more than EUR 73 million of EU funding for transport projects - Finnish Government

    19.12.2024 | Finland’s Central Government and other operators are applying for a total of approximately EUR 73.36 million in financial support for 11 transport projects from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for Transport. In addition, EU funding is being sought for the acquisition of a new icebreaker. The Ministerial Finance Committee decided in favour of the applications on 19 December 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finnish-operators-apply-for-more-than-eur-73-million-of-eu-funding-for-transport-projects

  42. Government supports modernising EU rules on connectivity - Finnish Government

    1.4.2026 | The Government submitted its communication to Parliament on 1 April 2026 regarding the European Commission’s proposal for a Digital Networks Act (DNA). The Government supports the proposal’s aims to modernise and simplify regulation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-supports-modernising-eu-rules-on-connectivity

  43. Minister Harakka: Government supports public transport and invests in cybersecurity - Finnish Government

    20.5.2022 | In its negotiations on 20 May 2022, the Government discussed the second supplementary budget for 2022. Appropriation increases proposed by the Government will respond to the increase of transport expenses and improve the information security of the public sector and businesses.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-government-supports-public-transport-and-invests-in-cybersecurity

  44. Minister Ranne to attend EU Transport Council - Minister focuses on safety on the roads and in society - Finnish Government

    4.12.2024 | The transport and telecommunications ministers of the European Union will meet in Brussels on 5–6 December 2024. In the transport minister meeting, Finland will be represented by Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and in the communications minister meeting by State Secretary Marjo Lindgren.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-attend-eu-transport-council-minister-focuses-on-safety-on-the-roads-and-in-society

  45. Ministers Ranne and Puisto hosted discussion on competitiveness and security of ports - Finnish Government

    8.4.2026 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and Minister of Economic Affairs Sakari Puisto hosted a roundtable discussion on the competitiveness and security of Finland’s ports on 7 April 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministers-ranne-and-puisto-hosted-discussion-on-competitiveness-and-security-of-ports

  46. Minister Harakka: Government supports public transport and invests in cybersecurity - Finnish Government

    20.5.2022 | In its negotiations on 20 May 2022, the Government discussed the second supplementary budget for 2022. Appropriation increases proposed by the Government will respond to the increase of transport expenses and improve the information security of the public sector and businesses.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-government-supports-public-transport-and-invests-in-cybersecurity-1750445

  47. Report: Digital public services for citizens and businesses in Finland still at highest standard in the EU - Finnish Government

    2.7.2024 | The European Commission has published its annual State of the Digital Decade report, in which it assesses the progress of Member States in applying digitalisation and issues recommendations for further action. The particular strengths of Finland specified in the report are comprehensive basic digital skills and digitalisation in small and medium-sized businesses.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-digital-public-services-for-citizens-and-businesses-in-finland-still-at-highest-standard-in-the-eu

  48. Government outlines its positions on Commission proposals for Land and Multimodal Transport Guidelines and Transport Block Exemption Regulation - Finnish Government

    12.9.2024 | On 12 September 2024, the Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament outlining its positions on the Commission’s proposals for new Guidelines on State aid for land and multimodal transport and a new Transport Block Exemption Regulation. The Government welcomes the Commission’s proposals in principle.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-outlines-its-positions-on-commission-proposals-for-land-and-multimodal-transport-guidelines-and-transport-block-exemption-regulation

  49. Minister Ranne and Commissioner Tzitzikóstas learned about icebreaking in Gulf of Finland – Visit began on board icebreaker Sisu - Finnish Government

    16.2.2026 | On 16 February 2026, Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism Apóstolos Tzitzikóstas visited the Gulf of Finland to learn about icebreaking. On board icebreaker Sisu, the Minister and Commissioner discussed topics related to icebreaking and other current issues concerning the transport sector. Sisu was the first place that the Commissioner visited in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-and-commissioner-tzitzikostas-learned-about-icebreaking-in-gulf-of-finland-visit-began-on-board-icebreaker-sisu

  50. Government proposes approval of amendments to Convention on Road Signs and Signals - Finnish Government

    5.3.2026 | On 5 March 2026, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal on approving the amendments made to the international Convention on Road Signs and Signals. The amendments would have only minor effects in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-approval-of-amendments-to-convention-on-road-signs-and-signals

  51. Amendments to Act on Environmental Protection in Maritime Transport – prohibitions on discharges to enter into force gradually from next year - Finnish Government

    30.12.2024 | On 30 December 2024, the President of the Republic of Finland ratified amendments to the Act on Environmental Protection in Maritime Transport and the related acts. The amendments implement the Government Programme, EU regulations and regulations of the International Maritime Organisation IMO. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-act-on-environmental-protection-in-maritime-transport-prohibitions-on-discharges-to-enter-into-force-gradually-from-next-year

  52. Public consultation begins on amendments to marine environment protection conventions - Finnish Government

    18.9.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the national adoption of convention amendments adopted by the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The amendments have been made to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments. The deadline for submitting comments is 3 October 2023. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/public-consultation-begins-on-amendments-to-marine-environment-protection-conventions

  53. Government proposes amendments to Driving Licence Act to improve traffic safety among young drivers - Finnish Government

    19.2.2026 | The Government submitted a proposal to amend the Driving Licence Act to Parliament on 19 February 2026. The aim of the legislative proposal is to improve traffic safety for young people in particular.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-amendments-to-driving-licence-act-to-improve-traffic-safety-among-young-drivers

  54. National campaign encourages people to return to public transport - Finnish Government

    5.11.2021 | The national #TaasMennään (#LetsGoAgain) public transport campaign, carried out through inter-authority collaboration, will begin on Friday 5 November 2021. The purpose of the campaign is to encourage passengers to return to public transport. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/national-campaign-encourages-people-to-return-to-public-transport

  55. Government proposes national legislation supplementing the Cyber Resilience Act - Finnish Government

    27.11.2025 | The Government submitted a legislative proposal for the national implementation of the European Union’s new Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) to Parliament on 27 November 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-national-legislation-supplementing-the-cyber-resilience-act

  56. Orpo’s Government: Decisions aim to prevent public finances from spinning out of control - Finnish Government

    16.4.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Government has agreed on the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2025–2028. The Government has made decisions that will improve the sustainability of public finances and create conditions for reversing the trend in indebtedness. The decisions aim to safeguard the key factors for future prosperity: employment, security, and knowledge and competence. Fairness has been one of the guiding principles of the decisions.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/orpo-s-government-decisions-aim-to-prevent-public-finances-from-spinning-out-of-control

  57. National campaign encourages people to return to public transport - Finnish Government

    5.11.2021 | The national #TaasMennään (#LetsGoAgain) public transport campaign, carried out through inter-authority collaboration, will begin on Friday 5 November 2021. The purpose of the campaign is to encourage passengers to return to public transport. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/national-campaign-encourages-people-to-return-to-public-transport-1568457

  58. Government proposes amendments to appropriations for 2025 and allocates over EUR 1 billion to promote transport projects - Finnish Government

    21.11.2024 | On 21 November 2024, the Government submitted to Parliament its proposal to amend the budget proposal for 2025. The Government proposes funding for the Digirail project, which involves the modernisation of Finland's rail traffic control system, and several rail, urban tramline and road projects. The Government also proposes EUR 400 million for the construction of West Railway, subject to certain conditions.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-amendments-to-appropriations-for-2025-and-allocates-over-eur-1-billion-to-promote-transport-projects

  59. Minister Ranne: Government continues to invest in road transport - Finnish Government

    4.9.2024 | The Government will continue to reduce the growth of repair backlog in transport infrastructure. In its budget session on 3 September 2024, the Government agreed to propose EUR 200 million for reducing the repair backlog in 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-government-continues-to-invest-in-road-transport-

  60. Electrification of transport can contribute to flexibility of energy system - Finnish Government

    15.7.2024 | On 15 July 2024, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published an assessment report on how the electrification of transport could contribute to the flexibility of the Finnish energy system. In accordance with EU requirements, the report describes the current state of the opportunities which the electrification of transport could offer and proposes measures. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/electrification-of-transport-can-contribute-to-flexibility-of-energy-system