Poland’s national rail operator PKP has launched three rail infrastructure tenders totaling EUR 1.4 billion (US$ 1.5 billion).

The tenders will make upgrades within the north and south of the nation, and perform a new-build scheme to enhance community connectivity.

• Pomeranian line between the Baltic port of Gdynia and the city of Lebork:

The northern project is estimated at EUR 700 million (US$ 772 million), with partial funding from the EU. It will involve upgrades to 9 stations for improved accessibility and comfort, as well as the addition of 4 new stations to serve more passengers. The project will also include surveillance along parts of the line to boost both passenger and freight capacity. Upgrades will modernize electric traction, and tracks, and remove level crossings. The improvements will allow passenger trains to run at 160km/h, up from the current 70km/h, with potential future upgrades increasing speeds to 200km/h. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2029.

• Southern Line between the cities of Stalowa Wola and Padew.

The project will upgrade six stations and build seven new ones, focusing on enhancing accessibility, comfort, and capacity. The program has a budget of EUR 210 million (US$ 231.5 million). PKP aims to sign a contract by Q2 of next year and complete the work by 2027.

• New-build Szczyrzyc–Tymbark line close to the border with Slovakia.