Greek MEP Nikolaos Anadiotis (NI) has raised concerns in a parliamentary question about the safety and maintenance of EU rail infrastructure, specifically regarding the sudden suspension of the historic Diakopto-Kalavryta rack railway in Greece. The question, submitted on 7 April 2026, targets the European Commission and highlights potential failures in Member States' implementation of EU rail safety directives, impacting local economies, tourism, and passenger safety.
the adequacy of maintenance and risk prevention under Directive (EU) 2016/798, EU oversight mechanisms to ensure infrastructure remains up to date, and steps to rapidly restore and modernise lines of local and touristic importance like the Diakopto-Kalavryta railway. Anadiotis references the Common Safety Methods (CSMs) and notes increased passenger use of the line, suggesting that the suspension may indicate wider operational weaknesses.
Concrete asks and policy direction The question contains specific references to EU legal frameworks (Directives 2016/798 and 2016/797, Regulation 2016/796) and asks for concrete assessments of Member State compliance. It does not propose numerical targets but calls for EU action to restore and modernise the specific railway line. The policy orientation leans towards stronger EU oversight and enforcement of rail safety rules, with a focus on preserving historic and touristic infrastructure.
Expected follow-up The Commission is required to respond within approximately six weeks. Its answer will signal the EU's stance on rail safety enforcement and its willingness to intervene in national infrastructure projects, particularly those with cultural and economic significance.
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