Jernbanedirektoratet publishes recommendations for fossil-free operations on Norway’s non-electrified lines
The study recommends decarbonising operations on Nordlandsbanen, Rørosbanen, Solørbanen and Raumabanen.
The study recommends decarbonising operations on Nordlandsbanen, Rørosbanen, Solørbanen and Raumabanen.
On 18 September 2023, freight rail traffic resumed on New Zealand’s North Island, heading to Hawke Bay and an important connection of the island with the world – the Napier Port.
Developed in partnership with STRADAL, the patented track solution utilizes low-carbon concrete and offers durability, easy installation, and minimal maintenance.
The subsidies aim to contribute to decarbonising freight transport and rebalancing the modal distribution to increase the weight of trains.
Unlike traditional hydrogen rail projects that use fuel cells or dedicated engines, this initiative adapts the locomotive's existing internal combustion engine, providing a more practical and cost-effective means of decarbonising existing diesel locomotives.
This direct rail link aims to reduce road traffic by 4,400 lorries per year, resulting in a reduction of 3,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
The company works closely with customers to develop efficient and environmentally friendly logistics solutions.
Many of us dream of a single website that offers cheap train tickets for travel all over Europe. However, due to the intricacies of European railway systems, this remains a dream. To demystify the rail market and show you how to travel affordably or even for free, here's a comprehensive guide.
CER, ERFA and UIRR call on the European Parliament and the European Council to maintain the package approach when considering the legislative proposals in the "Greening Freight Transport Package" (GFTP) presented by the European Commission.
Combined transport provider CargoBeamer has increased frequency on the Domodossola – Kaldenkirchen route and expanded its terminal northwest of Milan.
The company argues that any price increases for rail transport could further shift freight back to the road, counteracting efforts to promote a modal shift towards greener transport methods.
The second largest freight terminal in Norway, the Bergen Nygårdstangen terminal, was opened after remodelling, allowing it to double its capacity and make it the first “green” terminal in Norway.
In an exclusive interview with RAILMARKET.com NEWS, Tomas Mischinger, Managing Director of Vitkovice Machinery Trade, explains his views on the European steel market, its recent changes, trends and future.
Heavy rains, floods and landslides. These are the causes of more railway lines being closed for traffic in Austria, France and Italy.
Fenniarail, one of few Finnish rail freight carriers, has its first Vectron locomotive produced in Siemens’s Munich-Allach facility. This locomotive is the first privately owned electric locomotive in Finland.
Collaborative effort advances circular economy and sustainability goals.
Georgia Central Railways and the Heart of Georgia Railroad, both under the umbrella of Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W), have approached the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeking approval to trial a zero-emission rail-freight technology developed by Parallel Systems on selected segments of their rail networks.
Airseas has successfully validated towing traction flights on the vessel Ville de Bordeaux.
The support aims to keep single wagonload traffic on Hungarian railways. Although this form of rail freight is not profitable on a market basis, it is claimed to be helpful on a national economic level.
This container allows for up to twice the amount of products to be transported compared to traditional containers.