- We support the European dimension and let it guide us in our work We carry out our work in full transparency in relation to stakeholders, national authorities, European institutions and the public
- We safeguard our independence and act with impartiality
- We have a strong belief in dialogue, consultation and exchange of information
- We apply a system approach when we develop our products
The main task is to prepare new and updated legislative acts for adoption by the Commission, after a positive opinion from the Committee of Member States, and to give other technical support to the Commission. The activities carried out by the Agency aim at: - Developing a common approach to safety, safety regulation and accident investigation, in particular by harmonization of safety assessment methods, safety targets and safety certification conditions
- Improving the interoperability of the European rail system by developing the conditions for the free and uninterrupted movement of trains through technical and operational harmonization, including conditions for mutual acceptance of railway vehicles
- Facilitating the exchange of information within the railway sector by networking with national bodies, providing registers and databases and giving guidance on the implementation of the regulatory framework
It is the role of the transverse functions of the Agency (Administration, etc.) to support and facilitate the operational functions in their achievement of the organization’s mission whilst at the same time maintaining compliance with the Community regulation and internal control requirements. All activities of the Agency will comply with the relevant EC rules and Regulations.
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