rail transport

36 articles

Comprehensive sector overview of Kazakhstan's infrastructure investments along the Altynkol–Khorgos rail border corridor, highlighting capacity enhancements on Asia–Europe rail routes, congestion relief, and strengthened transit performance
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Kazakhstan Boosts Capacity by 40% at Critical Rail Border Crossing

Kazakhstan Boosts Capacity by 40% at Critical Rail Border Crossing
Comprehensive analysis by RailFreight.com author Simon Walton addressing the technological, infrastructure, and operational challenges the UK faces in achieving both net zero emissions and 75% growth in rail freight by 2050
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UK Rail Freight's Net Zero and 75% Growth Targets on Collision Course

UK Rail Freight's Net Zero and 75% Growth Targets on Collision Course
Turkey's first intermodal terminal Railport commencing operations in Kartepe, the duisport–Arkas partnership, Marmara and Middle Corridor connections, and detailed overview of implications for Turkey's role as a Europe–Asia logistics bridge
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Turkey Launches First Intermodal Terminal Railport

Turkey Launches First Intermodal Terminal Railport
Joint warning by CER, ERFA, UIRR, UIP and UNIFE against the Weights & Dimensions Directive, detailing the impact of cross-border permits for 44-ton fossil-fuel trucks on rail freight, reverse modal shift risks, and threats to 2050 targets
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Europe's Railway Sector Warns of "Reverse Modal Shift" Over 44-Ton Truck Approval

Europe's Railway Sector Warns of "Reverse Modal Shift" Over 44-Ton Truck Approval
Railport's launch of its first train under METRANS operations marks the terminal's opening, with a detailed overview of its capacity, infrastructure, intermodal advantages, and impact on Turkey–Europe freight transportation.
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Turkey's First Private Intermodal Terminal Railport Commences Operations

Turkey's First Private Intermodal Terminal Railport Commences Operations
Europe's largest ports—Rotterdam, Antwerp, and Hamburg—are experiencing operational congestion due to "buffer capacity shortage" in the face of rising volumes and seasonal variations; terminals and hinterland networks struggle to clear bottlenecks.
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European Ports Lack Buffer Space to Handle Demand Surges

European Ports Lack Buffer Space to Handle Demand Surges
As Europe's rail sector argues that truck transport occupies a privileged position, road representatives emphasize this is a bias and that the two modes are actually interdependent; Febetra and RailGood executives share their views on sectoral competition, regulation, and modal shift.
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Road Transport: Enemy of Rail or Necessary Complement?

Road Transport: Enemy of Rail or Necessary Complement?
The European Commission's Military Mobility Package aims to accelerate the transport of military equipment and personnel within the EU, taking a step toward "military Schengen," and promoting more compatible use of rail infrastructure for both civilian and military purposes.
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What Does the EU's Military Mobility Package Mean for Rail Freight?

What Does the EU's Military Mobility Package Mean for Rail Freight?
The first 1,050-ton wheat shipment from Russia to Armenia was made possible by the reopening of the Azerbaijan transit route, which had been closed since the 1990s; RZD plans to send an additional 132 cars by year-end.
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First Grain Shipment to Armenia via Azerbaijan Completed

First Grain Shipment to Armenia via Azerbaijan Completed
Following the 2023 Gotthard train accident in Europe, the Broken Wheels Task Force launched new safety standards. The EU is preparing to publish new regulations by year-end that update wheel safety and maintenance rules in rail freight transport.
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EU's "Broken Wheels" Regulations to be Completed by Year-End

EU's "Broken Wheels" Regulations to be Completed by Year-End
Europe's rail freight sector is approaching a breaking point due to financial pressures, operational disruptions, and political indifference. Sector representatives are concerned about stalled reforms due to insufficient EU support and the prioritization of national interests over Europe's rail objectives.
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Europe's Rail Freight Crisis: Sector's Pleas for Help Go Unheard

Europe's Rail Freight Crisis: Sector's Pleas for Help Go Unheard
Volkswagen has launched automobile shipments to China via a rail connection extending from its production facility in Bratislava to Venice Port (Marghera) in Italy. The new intermodal service integrates rail and maritime transport, providing sustainable and fast logistics solutions.
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Volkswagen Launches New Intermodal Transport Link Between Slovakia, Italy and China

Volkswagen Launches New Intermodal Transport Link Between Slovakia, Italy and China
Under Europe's Weights and Dimensions Directive (WDD), plans to introduce larger trucks under the European Modular System (EMS) have drawn criticism from 16 European logistics and rail associations. The organizations argue that this will undermine railroad investments and set back intermodal transportation.
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Europe's Weights and Dimensions Directive Threatens Intermodal Transportation

Europe's Weights and Dimensions Directive Threatens Intermodal Transportation
Political rapprochement between Armenia and Azerbaijan is reshaping railway and road transportation networks in the Caucasus region. Following decades of closed borders and transit bans, the region is now reopening to international freight transportation.
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Political Breakthrough Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Opens New Transit Corridors in the Caucasus

Political Breakthrough Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Opens New Transit Corridors in the Caucasus
Italy Launches "Single-Driver Rule" Era for Freight Trains
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Italy Launches "Single-Driver Rule" Era for Freight Trains

Italy Launches "Single-Driver Rule" Era for Freight Trains
Georgia Unveils Plans for New Terminal and Digital Customs to Strengthen BTC Railway Line
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Georgia Unveils Plans for New Terminal and Digital Customs to Strengthen BTC Railway Line

Georgia Unveils Plans for New Terminal and Digital Customs to Strengthen BTC Railway Line
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Class 1 Railroads' Speed, Dwell Time, and Car Online Data

Class 1 Railroads' Speed, Dwell Time, and Car Online Data
Major Logistics Companies Continue Shipping Through Russia
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Major Logistics Companies Continue Shipping Through Russia

Major Logistics Companies Continue Shipping Through Russia
Austria's New Government Plans Energy Tax Exemption for Railway Sector
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Austria's New Government Plans Energy Tax Exemption for Railway Sector

Austria's New Government Plans Energy Tax Exemption for Railway Sector
Will Russia Acquire a New Private Rail Freight Operator?
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Will Russia Acquire a New Private Rail Freight Operator?

Will Russia Acquire a New Private Rail Freight Operator?
Turkey and Iran Continue Work to Achieve Rail Freight Targets
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Turkey and Iran Continue Work to Achieve Rail Freight Targets

Turkey and Iran Continue Work to Achieve Rail Freight Targets
Train Traffic on Kazakhstan-China Border Sets Record in 2024
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Train Traffic on Kazakhstan-China Border Sets Record in 2024

Train Traffic on Kazakhstan-China Border Sets Record in 2024
The Age of Artificial Intelligence in Railway Wagon Identification and Inspection
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The Age of Artificial Intelligence in Railway Wagon Identification and Inspection

The Age of Artificial Intelligence in Railway Wagon Identification and Inspection
Russian Railways Records Largest Loading Decline in 15 Years
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Russian Railways Records Largest Loading Decline in 15 Years

Russian Railways Records Largest Loading Decline in 15 Years
Train Theft: Vehicle-Loaded Train Sitting Idle for 3 Weeks Plundered
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Train Theft: Vehicle-Loaded Train Sitting Idle for Three Weeks Plundered

Train Theft: Vehicle-Loaded Train Sitting Idle for Three Weeks Plundered
MSC and Renfe Sign Preliminary Agreement on Joint Rail Venture
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MSC and Renfe Sign Preliminary Agreement on Joint Rail Venture

MSC and Renfe Sign Preliminary Agreement on Joint Rail Venture
Russian Railways' Net Profit 90% Lower Than Expected
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Russian Railways' Net Profit 90% Lower Than Expected

Russian Railways' Net Profit 90% Lower Than Expected
Digital Automatic Coupling Trial to Begin in Sweden
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Digital Automatic Coupling Trial to Begin in Sweden

Digital Automatic Coupling Trial to Begin in Sweden
Poor Performance of Russian Railways Shifts Cargo to Road Transport
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Poor Performance of Russian Railways Shifts Cargo to Road Transport

Poor Performance of Russian Railways Shifts Cargo to Road Transport
DP World Opens New Supply Chain Routes for Turkish Automotive Industry
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DP World Opens New Supply Chain Routes for Turkish Automotive Industry

DP World Opens New Supply Chain Routes for Turkish Automotive Industry
Saudi Arabia Launches First Container Rail Transport
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Saudi Arabia Launches First Container Rail Transport

Saudi Arabia Launches First Container Rail Transport
Turkey's Logistics Map Being Redrawn: 2053 Vision
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Turkey's Logistics Map Being Redrawn: 2053 Vision

Turkey's Logistics Map Being Redrawn: 2053 Vision
Major Step Forward in Sustainable Rail Transport Between Europe and Turkey
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Major Step Forward in Sustainable Rail Transport Between Europe and Turkey

Major Step Forward in Sustainable Rail Transport Between Europe and Turkey
Ukrposhta Tests Rail Service for International Mail
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Ukrposhta Tests Rail Service for International Mail

Ukrposhta Tests Rail Service for International Mail
Ukraine Turns to Ro-La to Break Border Blockade
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Ukraine Turns to Ro-La to Break Border Blockade

Ukraine Turns to Ro-La to Break Border Blockade
Amazon Scales Up Rail and Maritime Shipping to Meet Carbon Reduction Targets in European Supply Chains
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Amazon Scales Up Rail and Maritime Shipping to Meet Carbon Reduction Targets in European Supply Chains

Amazon Scales Up Rail and Maritime Shipping to Meet Carbon Reduction Targets in European Supply Chains