Credit: Ali Sahib, Chronicle.lu
On Thursday 16 July 2026, Luxembourg's Ministry for Mobility and Public Works announced that the Chamber of Deputies had adopted four major bills on Wednesday 15 July 2026 to accelerate the country's energy transition, expand public transport and ensure the long-term financing of the RGTR bus network.
According to the ministry, the legislation reflects a common objective of supporting Luxembourg's growth through modern, sustainable and efficient infrastructure while improving quality of life and strengthening the country's resilience.
Presenting the projects, Minister for Mobility and Public Works Yuriko Backes said: "The four laws pursue a common objective: investing today in the infrastructure that will enable Luxembourg to meet tomorrow's challenges. Producing more renewable energy, expanding the tram network and ensuring a modern and efficient bus network are investments that support sustainable mobility, security of supply, the population and the economy. It is in this spirit that the government continues to invest in modern, sustainable and efficient infrastructure."
Tram Extension to CHL Approved
The Chamber adopted legislation providing financing for the construction of a tram extension between Place de l'Étoileand the future Luxembourg Hospital Centre (CHL) mobility hub, as part of the National Mobility Plan (PNM) 2035.
The approximately 2.1 km extension in the municipality of Strassen represents the first stage of the future connection to P+R Ouest and will improve public transport access to Belair, several urban development areas and the CHL. Four stations are planned: Étoile, Wunnquartier, CHL and CHL Mobility Hub.
According to the ministry, the project includes a combination of a surface tram route and an approximately 600-metre covered trench. Environmental assessments concluded that the extension would have an overall positive environmental impact, with the redevelopment of Route d'Arlon including nearly 8,800 m² of additional green space, the planting of 140 trees, a grass-covered tram platform and a continuous cycle path.
The project represents an investment of €171 million (excluding VAT), with the State contributing €114 million and the City of Luxembourg €57 million. Construction is expected to begin in spring 2029, with commercial service scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2033.
Long-Term Funding for the RGTR Network
The Chamber also approved amendments to the 2021 law governing the financing of public bus services, securing funding for the RGTR network through 2038.
The ministry said the legislation is intended to support the continued expansion of bus services in response to demographic and economic growth, while improving service quality, accessibility, safety and the transition towards low-emission transport.
It noted that the proportion of services operated by electric buses increased from 34.67% in January 2024 to 49.67% in January 2026, reflecting progress towards a zero-emission regional bus network.
The updated financial framework amounts to €4.435 billion (including VAT) and covers existing operating contracts, new services introduced since 2022 and the gradual renewal of future contracts.
Intelligent Transport Systems
The Chamber also adopted legislation on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), aimed at improving the quality, availability and interoperability of mobility data in Luxembourg.
According to the ministry, the law will strengthen the collection, management and sharing of transport data, supporting more reliable route planners, passenger information applications, navigation systems and multimodal mobility services.
Photovoltaic Panels Along Motorways
The fourth law adopted by the Chamber facilitates the installation of photovoltaic panels within designated non-building zones alongside motorways and certain other roads.
According to the ministry, the measure forms part of Luxembourg's strategy to strengthen energy sovereignty and support the objectives of the National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan (PNEC), which aims to increase the share of renewable energy in final energy consumption to 37% by 2030.
The legislation allows, under certain conditions, photovoltaic installations within 25-metre non-building zones along motorways and fifteen-metre non-building zones alongside bypasses and certain connecting roads.
The ministry said the four laws reaffirm the government's commitment to investing in sustainable infrastructure, strengthening Luxembourg's energy independence and providing mobility solutions suited to the country's continued growth.
