These wagon keepers teamed up to be in the running for 1.17 million euros
Fifteen European wagon keepers will unite in a consortium in order to be eligible for 1.17 million euros in EU funding. The funding is needed…
DB Cargo: after wagons, now locomotive fleet with quieter brakes
After all of its wagons, DB Cargo is now equipping all of its locomotives with silent brakes. By 2025, all 850 electric mainline locomotives will…
UIC: costs of reducing railway noise could hinder modal shift
To reduce noise pollution from railways, infrastructure managers and operators are taking drastic measures for those living near the tracks. The high costs for additional…
Penalties for noisy wagons in Germany postponed with one year
Germany will not penalise noisy railway undertakings for another year. The ban on loud freight wagons on the German rail network will apply from 17…