Railway market in France

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Introduction to railway industry in France

The first rail line in the country opened in 1827 from Saint-Étienne to Andrézieux. The SNCF, the national state-owned railway company, operates most of the passenger and freight services. France currently operates the second largest European railway network, with a total of 29 901 km of railway. The track gauge is 1 435mm

Railway companies in France

Innofreight

Innofreight is innovation on rails. Together with our customers we develop waggons, containers and unloading machines to constantly optimize rail freight transport.
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LINEAS NV/SA

Lineas is the largest private rail freight operator in Europe offering premium rail products and total door-to-door logistics solutions.
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Belgorail SA

Belgorail is an inspection, testing and certification company, belonging to the Certifer group since 2017, one of the worldwide railway certification leader with a global presence in 10 countries.
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Boortmalt N.V.

BOORTMALT is the world leader malting company with 3 million tonnes production capacity. The group is present on 5 continents with 27 malting plants.
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AKKA Technologies SE

We are a globally operating engineering and technology consulting group at the forefront of the digital and connected world.
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John Cockerill (CMI S.A.)

With the benefit of over a century of experience in the domain of du transport, John Cockerill Services offers a wide range of locomotives and dedicated services such as rental, maintenance etc.
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Standard Logistic d.o.o. Rijeka

Standard Logistic major activities are railway transportation, rail tank wagons hiring and providing, wagons repairing, vehicles fleet management.
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NYMWAG CS a.s.

NYMWAG CS is one of the biggest European freight wagon manufacturers, with focus on flat and tank wagons, using its own bogies. Its production capacity and product portfolio is steadily expanding.
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RAILVIS.com

A marketplace connecting rail industry. Share idle locomotive, sell unused wagons, find & hire personnel or advertise. RAILVIS is one platform to digitize your daily operations.
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Merex

MEREX is a Central European company established in 2016. Today, it focuses on activities in Logistics, Research & Development, Information Technology, and Consultancy.
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MSC Czech Republic

A world leader in ocean container shipping, MSC’s transport and logistics solutions connect communities, customers and international business partners all over the world.
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MEDLOG CZ

MEDLOG is an independent inland transportation and logistics provider, present in over 80 countries with more than 10,000 employees.
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DFDS A/S

At DFDS Logistics, we provide flexible, cost-efficient and on-time, door-door, full- and part-loads, ambient and temperature-controlled transport and supply chain solutions.
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FORWARDIS GmbH

FORWARDIS is a rail and multimodal freight forwarder, whose mission is to be an architect of alternative logistics solutions all over Europe and beyond (Asia etc.).
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Bücker & Essing GmbH

Bücker & Essing GmbH is an international specialist for diesel engine overhauls and power pack services, based in Germany since 1963.
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DB Cargo AG

We are the only company to offer you Europe-wide rail transport from one source - fast, efficient, reliable and independent of the industry - with one of the largest rail networks in the world.
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RAILPOOL GmbH

RAILPOOL is one of the leading railway vehicle leasing companies offering real expertise for full service from a single source. Founded in 2008 in Munich.
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VTG Aktiengesellschaft

Focus on rail: Alongside the leasing of freight wagons and tank containers, we also provide multimodal logistics services and integrated digital solutions.
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ERR European Rail Rent GmbH

To ensure quality in your transport, you look for partners who make this task easy for you. ERR is synonymous with advanced product and service quality in renting of wagons.
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GEFCO Deutschland GmbH

GEFCO is one of the top 10 global players in multimodal supply chain solutions, developing innovative and flexible solutions worldwide to address the most complex supply chain challenges.
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AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG

You can count on us to provide reliable, high-quality transport and logistics services perfected over more than 20 years working with customers from a variety of industries.
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Cargill Deutschland GmbH

Cargill has been active in Germany since 1955. We process agricultural raw materials at 12 locations with 1,700 employees.
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AERS Rail Services Deutschland GmbH

We are your partner for European rail freight transport and express provision of railway staff. International, with longstanding practice, particularly in France and Switzerland.
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SCI Verkehr GmbH

SCI Verkehr is as a strategic consultancy company focused on the international railway and logistics industry. We support our business partners in optimising their processes.
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Contargo GmbH & Co. KG

With a yearly throughput of over 2 million TEU, Contargo is one of the leading container hinterland logistics networks in Europe.
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Christoph Schöttler Maschinenfabrik GmbH (SCHÖMA)

SCHÖMA is a leading manufacturer of Tunnel Locomotives. SCHÖMA locomotives are used for nearly all reputable tunnel projects worldwide.
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ERC.D GmbH

As an independent railway company (EVU), ERC.D GmbH mainly carries out approval, test and transfer runs.
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Brenntag SE

Our more than 17,000 employees provide tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions. Our full-line portfolio comprises specialty and industrial chemicals and ingredients world class.
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Captrain Deutschland CargoWest GmbH

Captrain Deutschland CargoWest’s custom-made concepts go far beyond the safe and reliable traction in short-distance and long-distance traffic. We are specialist for cross-border transport services.
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Cargo Rail Service Center CRSC e.V.

The Cargo Rail Service Center e.V. is a Europe-wide association for all companies involved in rail freight transport, such as workshops, railway companies, EVUs, ECM wagon keepers, shippers etc.
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International Rail Freight Business Association (IBS) e.V.

Together for the renewal of rail freight transport in Europe.
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K+S Aktiengesellschaft

The products and services of K+S are crucial for supplying the population in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, food production, agriculture and animal feed.
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Covestro AG

Covestro creates materials the world relies on every day. Our high-tech polymers are used in nearly every area of modern life and in a wide range of industries: automotive, construction etc.
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Menlo79 GmbH

With “WILSON.” Menlo79 offers a modern and intelligent way for dispatching drivers and other operational staff by using AI algorithms and easy communication between office and operational staff.
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HTS - Mobile Schienenfahrzeugtechnik GmbH

Maintenance and maintenance technique of freight wagons and locomotives. We are CPI and ECM certified, more trustworthy partner when it comes to maintenance and repair of rail vehicles.
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Aves One AG

The Aves One AG is an asset owner of durable logistic assets focussing on freight wagons and swap bodies complement the portfolio of the Aves Group.
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Rhenus Rail St. Ingbert GmbH

Your professional partner for cross-border traffic between Germany, France and Switzerland.
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HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH

We are the world's leading specialist for safety-related automation solutions. And, as a globally active enterprise, we are also present in all key regions of the world at more than 50 locations.
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Lütze Transportation GmbH

Electronic control for rail vehicles. LÜTZE is considered one of the world's leading suppliers thanks to its high-quality, reliable and long-lasting rail portfolio.
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Rhenus Rail GmbH

Your professional partner for rail assets.
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Rhenus Rail Logistics GmbH

Your professional partner for complex rail transports.
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TRANSWAGGON Group

Europe’s most flexible logistics partner in rail freight transport.
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SFS Safety Flooring Systems

SFS Safety Flooring Systems is a construction company, developing and selling high quality anti-slip products. Furthermore, in terms of sustainability, we are working climate neutral.
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GATX Rail Europe

GATX Rail Europe is a leading, full-service railcar lessor offering a high-quality and diversified fleet for customers in over 20 European countries.
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TransCare GmbH

We are a team of experienced consultants with exceptional expertise and market knowledge. Our senior managers, transport experts, economists, railroad specialists and engineers have many years of valuable experience in the market.
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AcceleRail Advisors GmbH

Your reliable consulting partner for digitalization in rail freight: Digitalization strategy, project management, requirements engineering, change & rollout management.
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GYSEV CARGO Zrt.

Traction + rail freight transport,Transport of intermodal and conventional block trains,Single wagon load (on own infrastructure),Tracking & tracing,Full commercial administrative services
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Ferest Rail S.p.A.

Our group operate in several European countries and covers all sectors of national and international shipping.
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ArcelorMittal S.A. (ArcelorMittal Europe)

ArcelorMittal Europe is the largest producer of steel in the EU. We are the leader supplier of quality flat and long steel products in all major markets including automotive, construction etc.
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Beacon Rail Lux Holdings S.à r.l.

We are Beacon. We lease passenger and freight rolling stock across Europe. Our decisions are driven by the goals of our customers, the creativity of our team etc.
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