National Transport Strategy and Transport Master Plan

Malta’s transport planning framework comprises of long-term strategic vision and medium-term implementation plans. The National Transport Strategy 2050 (NTS 2050) articulates the overarching goals for sustainable, safe, and efficient mobility across all modes of transport. In support of this, successive Transport Master Plans (TMPs) translate strategic goals into actionable policies, projects, and measures over defined planning horizons.

This page presents:
- the current National Transport Master Plan 2030 (TMP 2030);
- the previous Transport Master Plan 2025 (TMP 2025), retained for reference;
- the guiding National Transport Strategy 2050 (NTS 2050).

National Transport Strategy 2050 (NTS 2050)

The National Transport Strategy 2050 sets Malta’s long-term vision for a sustainable, integrated, and people-centred transport system. It provides strategic objectives and performance goals for transport policy, addressing mobility needs while balancing environmental quality, accessibility, safety, and economic competitiveness across all travel modes.

Download National Transport Strategy 2050 (PDF)

Transport Master Plan 2030 (TMP 2030) – Current

The Transport Master Plan 2030 is the current medium-term implementation plan supporting the National Transport Strategy 2050. It provides a strategic framework to guide investment, policy decisions, and operational measures across all modes of transport — land, sea, and air — over the next decade.

Building on the foundation of the 2025 Master Plan, TMP 2030 emphasises:
- a more efficient, sustainable, and people-centred transport system;
- enhanced connectivity and modal integration;
- promotion of cleaner mobility and support for Malta’s transition to a low-carbon future;
- alignment with European climate and sustainability objectives.

Published in 2026, TMP 2030 supersedes the Transport Master Plan 2025 and represents the current framework for transport policy and investment priorities.

Download Transport Master Plan 2030 (PDF)

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) – TMP 2030

A Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) was carried out in parallel with the preparation of the Transport Master Plan 2030, in accordance with applicable national and European legislation. The SEA process assessed the potential environmental effects of the proposed policies and measures, considered reasonable alternatives, and informed the development of the final plan with a view to integrating environmental considerations into transport planning and decision-making.

Download Environmental Report - TMP 2030 (PDF)

Transport Master Plan 2025 (TMP 2025) – Legacy Plan

The Transport Master Plan 2025 was developed as an earlier implementation plan under the National Transport Strategy 2050. It guided transport investments and policy actions during its implementation period and included a comprehensive assessment of transport challenges and proposed measures.

Although it has been superseded by the Transport Master Plan 2030, TMP 2025 remains available for reference, particularly for stakeholders and researchers interested in earlier measures, studies, and historical progress. TMP 2025 was published in 2016.

Download Transport Master Plan 2025 (PDF)

Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) – TMP 2025

A Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) was undertaken as part of the development of the Transport Master Plan 2025, in line with the requirements of the SEA Directive. The assessment evaluated the likely significant environmental effects of the plan and supported the integration of environmental objectives into transport policy during its implementation period.

Download Environmental Report - TMP 2025 (PDF)