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October 21, 2022 | Policy

European Parliament position on alternative fuels welcomed by rail sector

The policy would enable full decarbonisation of Europe’s railways.

January 11, 2022 | Policy

France sets out transport priorities for EU Presidency

Transport minister, Mr Jean-Baptiste Djebbari, says growth of night trains and high-speed is crucial for modal shift.

November 19, 2021 | Policy

Europe’s Rail approved by Council of the European Union

The Europe’s Rail joint undertaking is one of 10 approved by the council.

June 4, 2021 | Policy

Unife welcomes EU Council agreement on International Procurement Instrument

Association says adoption of the instrument will finally level the playing field for European rail suppliers in international public procurement.

March 12, 2021 | Policy

EU reaches provisional agreement on Connecting Europe Facility

€25.8bn is set to be available from the EU budget to support European transport projects between 2021 and 2027.

December 6, 2019 | Policy

Westbahn says proposed EU reforms favour incumbents, not passengers

AUSTRIA’s open-access passenger operator, Westbahn, has hit out at proposed reforms to European railway regulations which it says will benefit incumbent state operators rather than passengers.

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