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French experts share their two cents on LHVs and their impact on rail

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Earlier this year, the European Parliament voted in favour of the operation of Longer Heavier Vehicles (LHVs) across the EU, adopting its position on a new law that would also see the harmonisation of the cross-border movement of such vehicles. In a debate broadcast recently on French radio station, Radio France, a panel of experts discussed the likely impact of LHVs on train-borne freight.

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French experts share their two cents on LHVs and their impact on rail

Image: © European Transport Safety Council

Earlier this year, the European Parliament voted in favour of the operation of Longer Heavier Vehicles (LHVs) across the EU, adopting its position on a new law that would also see the harmonisation of the cross-border movement of such vehicles. In a debate broadcast recently on French radio station, Radio France, a panel of experts discussed the likely impact of LHVs on train-borne freight.

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Author: Stuart Todd

Stuart Todd is a correspondent and frequent contributor for RailFreight.com

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