Cities are becoming key players in Europe’s transport system. With the revised TEN-T Regulation, Urban Nodes are moving from transit points to strategic hubs of the network. How can this transformation be supported in practice?

Join Rhine-Alpine Talk #19 and be part of the discussion on the future of Urban Nodes in Europe.

Programme

11.00h Welcome

• Alina Candu, Chair, EGTC Interregional Alliance for the Rhine-Alpine Corridor

11.05h The European Commission Perspective: Urban Nodes in the Revised TEN-T

• Robert Szűcs, Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport, EC

11.20h Urban Nodes Across Borders: Opportunities and Challenges in Europe

• Edwin Mermans, Senior Advisor International Affairs, Province of Noord-Brabant

11.35h Regional Approaches to Urban Nodes and Urban Mobility: Scandria Alliance: BSR Urban Mobility

• Tommi Vollmann, Head of Secretariat Scandria Alliance

11.50h Metropolitan Approach to Urban Nodes and Urban Mobility: Milan as a Metropolitan Urban Node 

• Dario Parravicini, Director of the Economic Development Department, Metropolitan City of Milan

12.05h From Policy to Practice: The Urban Nodes Alliance: Priorities and Current Developments

• Ivo Cré, Director Policy Activities POLIS Network

12.20h Open Discussion: Shaping the Future of Urban Nodes in TEN-T

12.30h Closing Remarks & Next Steps

Following these presentations, the event will open the floor for an interactive discussion, including feedback and questions. Key discussion topics will include infrastructure gaps, cross-border interoperability, and strategies for coordinated spatial planning and effective governance.

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Date: 24.04.2026
Time: 11:00–12:30 CEST
Format: Online (Zoom)