The assistance covered by this application corresponds to the 2nd phase of modernisation of the Ovar-Gaia section, including the construction of level crossings, the complete renewal of the track between the PK 296+ 600 and the PK 332+ 780, the installation of electronic signalling systems, telecommunications and automatic speed control between the PK 299+ 885 and the PK 332+ 760 and the carrying out of studies and projects.