The Council of Ministers authorised CP to acquire up to 20 high‑speed multiple units — 12 firm orders with an option for eight more — in a €584 million package, officials and outlets report. The trains, said to reach speeds around 300 km/h, are aimed at upgrading long‑distance services and relaunching the Lisbon–Porto high‑speed project; the move also forms part of a broader fleet renewal that would total 153 regular trains. Travellers can expect investment to improve rail links over coming years, though procurement and testing could produce short‑term timetable changes; those who use intercity services should watch CP announcements and ticketing updates. The national rail operator (Comboios de Portugal) (Comboios de Portugal) will lead the rollout.