European Union (EU)

Freight Rail

New IBS Executive Board Elected

The International Rail Freight Business Association (IBS) has recently elected a new executive board to head the organization into the future. It is a well-rounded and experienced railway and logistics board. Their diversity in experience promises to spearhead innovation and growth within the IBS.

Karel Novak August 28, 2024 · 3 min read

Business

No more subsidies for DB Cargo: European Commission cuts the support from DB

The German incumbent freight rail operator might face problems unless managing to make profit.

Lubomir Cech August 26, 2024 · 3 min read

Business

Lineas outlines key freight rail strategies in a memorandum

Lineas’ memorandum is a call to action for both the federal and regional governments to support the rail freight sector, ensuring it remains competitive and capable of meeting future transportation demands.

Lubomir Cech August 22, 2024 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

EU Commission approves state aid for multimodal freight terminals in Calais and Sète

The European Commission has authorized two French state aid measures totaling €9.3 million to support the development of multimodal freight terminals in Calais and Sète.

Lubomir Cech August 21, 2024 · 1 min read

Infrastructure

Adif will adapt Madrid-Zaragoza line for semitrailers on rail

Two contractors will do the jobs totally worth EUR 107 million

Lubomir Cech August 16, 2024 · 3 min read

Freight Rail

UIRR: Combined transport in Europe with a modest Q2 recovery in 2024

The combined transport sector recorded a 4.25% rebound in the second quarter of 2024, following a difficult start to the year.

Lubomir Cech August 15, 2024 · 3 min read

Insights

New carbon order adjustment mechanism brings challenges for logistics sector

New compliance demands for the logistics industry.

Lubomir Cech August 7, 2024 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

How can Europe transform its rail yards: Inspiration from the USA

The European railway industry can draw valuable lessons from its American counterparts, particularly in the innovative repurposing of former marshalling yards into thriving logistics hubs.

Lubomir Cech August 6, 2024 · 3 min read

Passenger Rail

Liberalisation of Spain's passenger rail services: who is in the game?

Unlike the high-speed rail market, Spanish medium distance and commuter rail is monopolised by Renfe. This should change by 2026.

Lubomir Cech August 5, 2024 · 3 min read

Infrastructure

Riedbahn Project in a Nutshell: DB’s Extensive Renovation of an Important Rail Corridor

The Riedbahn is one of the busiest corridors in the country, and the renovation aims to address its frequent disruptions and improve overall efficiency.

Lubomir Cech July 31, 2024 · 3 min read

Rolling Stock

Pecovasa to Revamp Hundred Wagons for New Vehicle Models

These wagons, originally manufactured between 2000 and 2001, will be updated to accommodate the latest vehicle models currently being produced.

Lubomir Cech July 29, 2024 · 2 min read

Infrastructure

ZSSK Will Build Two More New Maintenance Facilities

In addition to three existing centers, new ones will be built in Žilina and Košice.

Lubomir Cech July 26, 2024 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

Voith e-coupler selected as the standard for European rail freight transport

The Voith e-coupler ensures power supply and data transmission across digital freight trains.

Marketa Horpeniakova July 25, 2024 · 2 min read

Business

Magellan Circle wins EUR 140,000 contract for EU port sector projects

The contract covers the financial and technical management of six EU projects. The projects focus on digitalization and energy transition.

Marketa Horpeniakova July 20, 2024 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

DB Starts Construction on New Cargo Terminal in Augsburg-Gersthofen

This terminal, will replace the existing one in Augsburg-Oberhausen, aiming to shift more freight traffic to rail, reducing the environmental impact of road transport.

Lubomir Cech July 9, 2024 · 2 min read

Passenger Rail

Stadler Selected for Delivery of 35 Electric Trains to Bulgaria

The announcement was done by the Bulgarian Minister of Transport and Communications at the Green Transition Forum 4.0.

Lubomir Cech June 27, 2024 · 2 min read

Business

EU advances regulation on railway infrastructure capacity

The legislation seeks to enhance sustainable transport by optimizing rail infrastructure management and boosting cross-border coordination.

Marketa Horpeniakova June 19, 2024 · 2 min read

Business

EIB: €527 million for Czech railway safety

The loan is part of the EIB's EUR 2 billion operation to increase the capacity of the Czech railways for freight and passenger transport.

Karel Novak June 17, 2024 · 2 min read

Freight Rail

New rail corridors announced by Transporeon and RCG

Spanning Eurasia, Central Europe and East to West, the new routes will support the EU's goal of doubling rail freight by 2050.

Marketa Horpeniakova June 14, 2024 · 2 min read

Insights

SCI: potential to triple growth rates with revival of locomotive-hauled trains

In a new study, SCI Verkehr shows that demand for flexible rolling stock concepts is booming in Europe and expects annual growth of around 30% between 2023 and 2028.

Karel Novak June 10, 2024 · 3 min read