2TDK at a strategic discussion on investments and the capacity of the Slovenian economy

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the company 2TDK, Oset emphasised that the decade of developing the Second Track project was a period of intensive learning, challenges, and important milestones. He recalled the key challenges that shaped the project—from establishing confidence in its feasibility, referendums, the COVID-19 pandemic, administrative obstacles in hiring foreign workers, financial difficulties of the Turkish contractor, inflation and rising material costs, to geological surprises and the landslide in the Glinščica Valley. Despite this, the project has progressed steadily and remains within the financial framework defined in 2019.

In the discussion on record investments in railway infrastructure in recent years, Oset stated that this represents a clear shift in the state’s attitude towards railways. More investment means faster modernisation and an important signal to the economy that Slovenia is placing railway infrastructure at the forefront. At the same time, it is a clear boost for logistics, which requires predictable, high-capacity, and modern transport routes. He added that the Second Track will enable up to 212 trains per day, but that full utilisation of the system will require further investment in railway infrastructure, highlighting in particular the need for a fast rail connection between Ljubljana and Maribor.