Competitive Infrastructure
The Czech Republic has one of the most advanced transport networks in Central and Eastern Europe. Its geographical position makes it a natural crossroads for major transit corridors. The Czech Republic is ranked among the world's most advanced countries in terms of transport-network density. The significance of the Czech Republic as a transit hub has grown since the country became a member of the EU Single Market covering the area of the EU 15 and the new members in Central and Eastern Europe.
| Transport infrastructure density (km per 100 km2) |
Czech Republic | Hungary | Poland | Slovakia | Ireland | Portugal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorways | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 1.6 |
| Roads | 161.4 | 32.0 | 118.8 | 35.6 | 136.2 | 73.6 |
| Railways | 12.0 | 8.2 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 2.7 | 3.0 |
| Inland waterways | 0.8 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Ministry of Transport, 2005
Further improvement of the road and motorway network has always been among the priorities of the Czech government, regardless of the political situation. By the end of 2009, 256 kilometres of new highways and expressways are planned to be opened.
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| Description | Type | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Fact Sheet: Transport Infrastructure |
470.33 kB | 6 Oct. 2008 | |
Fact Sheet: Telecommunications |
47.52 kB | 9 Jul. 2008 | |
Fact Sheet: Utilities |
97.24 kB | 6 Oct. 2008 |