The Accession of the European Community to the Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail (COTIF) of 9 May 1980, as amended by the Vilnius Protocol of 3 June 1999

This procedure concerns the European Union's accession to the Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail (COTIF). This agreement aims to harmonise rules for international rail transport, ensuring smoother cross-border operations and promoting rail as a sustainable transport mode.

Accession will affect rail operators, passengers, and freight forwarders involved in international transport. It will align EU legislation with international standards, potentially simplifying procedures and enhancing the efficiency of rail freight and passenger services across member states and beyond.