The new Tirana-Durrës-Rinas railway will open in 2027.

Ergys Verdho, Director of the Albanian Railway, said at the 31st Tirana International Fair that 90% of civil works are complete. The teams will finish station construction by May next year. From May to December 2026, they will conduct final testing and approval. The railway will connect the central station at Kamza Turn with the existing station. This will improve access for residents and tourists.

The new Durrës port at Porto Romano also drew attention. Director Liburn Aliu said the port will boost the economy.

Current capacities at Durrës port handle 270,000 containers per day. Porto Romano could raise this to 500,000. It will create jobs in logistics, storage, and port operations. It will also bring environmental benefits.

The port will feature deep-water access, smart management systems, and integrated road and rail connections. Cargo will move gradually to Porto Romano. The current Durrës port will focus on yachts and marina tourism.

Ahmet Kastrati, Director of MBM Porto Romano, said the transformation began in 2008. Fuel operators moved to Porto Romano and built storage facilities that now handle 450,000 tons. Phase two added a large hydrocarbon terminal. It can accommodate ships up to 120,000 tons.

Since 2020, Porto Romano became a multifunctional port. It shifted industrial traffic from Durrës and reduced pollution, noise, and congestion. The government plans to turn Porto Romano into a “green field facility” under the Albania 2030 vision. It will become a port of national and regional importance.

Ardian Hackaj from CDI Albania said Albania can access new EU-funded projects in the 2028–2034 budget. The projects will follow concrete plans for each member and candidate country.

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