The new regulation seeks to optimise rail use, enhance cross-border coordination, and increase reliability, in turn attracting more freight companies to rail. Current regulations on capacity management are criticised for not favouring cross-border traffic, leading to delays. This is addressed by the new rules, which build on the Timetable Redesign Project, aiming to cater to different rail sector needs, the European Commission said in a press release.
Over 50 per cent of freight is road transported in the European Union, significantly contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. To address this, the commission proposes revised rules under the Weights and Dimensions Directive to allow additional weight for zero-emission technology vehicles. This will incentivise the adoption of cleaner vehicles and technologies, increasing the efficiency of zero-emission powertrains.
The proposal also offers clarity on the use of heavier and longer vehicles in cross-border traffic under certain conditions, encouraging intermodal transport. Furthermore, it proposes a common methodological approach for companies to calculate and report their greenhouse gas emissions, allowing consumers to make informed transport choices.
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