European transport sector calls for more EU-funding
A coalition of over 40 European transport associations is calling for additional EU funding for the sector. The European Rail Freight Association (ERFA) states that…
Ukraine starts building intermodal terminal near Romanian border
Construction is underway for a new intermodal terminal in western Ukraine near the border of Romania. The terminal will facilitate freight transfers between trains, gauge…
Polish farmers spill 160 tonnes of Ukrainian grain from rail wagons
While Polish farmers continue their protests against incoming Ukrainian goods, they do so more and more intensely. A recent spilling of 180 tonnes of Ukrainian…
Much-desired Spanish Ruta de la Plata line relegated in TEN-T roadmap
The Transport Committee of the European Parliament has relegated the much-desired Spanish rail line Ruta de la Plata to a lower priority in its roadmap.…
Polish farmers to block all Ukrainian freight transport
Polish farmers will organise new blockades of Ukrainian freight. This time around, they will block all border crossings between Poland and Ukraine, seaports and rail…
EU may break up DB Cargo due to losses
The European Union may break up DB Cargo due to the rail operator’s large losses, which have reached nearly 500 million euros. Company sources reported…
EU: Rail Baltica needs to be done by 2030 with or without Riga
The European Commission has been clear about its demands for the construction of Rail Baltica. The railway needs to be finished and have trains running…
Millions in EU subsidies for port of Antwerp rail bridge renovation
The European Commission will provide 23 million euros for the renovation of the ‘Lillobrug’ rail bridge in the port of Antwerp. The bridge is an…
Romania opens its way for licensed Ukrainian grain
Romania will keep its border open for grain imported from Ukraine with additional measures. Ukrainian grain is currently facing an export crisis as neighbouring countries…
Another sanction measure could impact westbound Silk Road volumes
A new sanction measure, which will take effect at the end of this month, could impact China-Europe volumes. Starting 30 September, the import of certain…
Russian Railways cargo volumes slow down during summer
Russian Railways (RZD) is experiencing a slowdown in cargo transportation. In August alone, the national railway company experienced a cargo increase of 0.1 per cent…
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Moldova integration on EU railways: first priority is electrification
The integration of Moldovan railways into the European network is a key step to ensure connectivity with currently war-torn Ukraine. However, a few challenges make…