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At Connecting Europe Days 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted how stronger transport links, cross-border connectivity and the completion of missing infrastructure connections are essential to Europe’s future.

The programme supports the development of railway systems as an inclusive, equitable, smart, clean, safe and sustainable mode of transport, in synergy with the Global Gateway strategy.

The Agency is pleased to announce the launch of a new intermediate-level e-learning course designed for professionals working with vehicle authorisation and its associated legal framework.

On 2 September 2026, ERA and the European rail sector gathered for a focused and forward looking discussion on the ETCS System Compatibility (ESC) phase-out activities. A key step towards faster, more cost efficient ERTMS deployment.

The Agency is pleased to announce the latest update to the ERA Railway Factsheets, providing an accessible overview of the European rail sector.

Following the European Commission’s new AI Act transparency guidelines, adopted on 20 July 2026, ERA explains how artificial intelligence is used on its website.

Whether you completed a course several months ago or just a few hours ago, obtaining your certificate can be done independently in just two clicks.