Transport Summit drives connectivity investment in the Western Balkans

The Transport Investment Summit opened on 18 June 2026 in Thessaloniki, bringing together governments, EU institutions, international financial institutions, infrastructure managers, chambers of commerce and private sector representatives to accelerate transport investments across the Western Balkans and EU neighbouring regions. 

Hosted by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport of the Hellenic Republic, the Summit is organised by the Transport Community, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Investment Bank (EIB), with the support of the Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF). 

Under the theme "Delivering Growth and Competitiveness through Connectivity," the Summit focuses on turning strategic priorities into bankable, coordinated and investment-ready transport projects. 

Key discussions address the implementation of the TEN-T extension, development of the Western Balkans–Eastern Mediterranean Corridor, donor coordination, project preparation, and stronger public-private cooperation.

The Summit comes at a pivotal moment. With corridors, policy direction and EU standards already in place, the region's priority is now faster delivery—advancing mature projects, strengthening procurement frameworks, mobilising financing and ensuring investments lead to safer, greener and more resilient transport networks.