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Germany: Private Railway Undertakings to Seek EU Help

Germany: Private Railway Undertakings to Seek EU Help

Private railway undertakings in Germany want to seek assistance from the European Commission following a DB-only bailout package approval.

Anger at DB-Only German Railway Alliance

Anger at DB-Only German Railway Alliance

There is anger at the coronavirus agreement signed by Deutsche Bahn and the federal government that excludes non-state railways.

DB Reaches Coronavirus Agreement With Government, Union and Works Council

DB Reaches Coronavirus Agreement With Government, Union and Works...

Deutsche Bahn has reached a coronavirus agreement with the German government, union, works council and employers' association.

DfT Appoints Independent Construction Commissioner for HS2 Phase 2a

DfT Appoints Independent Construction Commissioner for HS2 Phase ...

The DfT has extended the independent construction commissioner's brief to include HS2 Phase 2a. The role is held by Sir Mark Worthington.

Network of European Railways ‘Alarmed’ about Potential Lorry Subsidy

Network of European Railways ‘Alarmed’ about Potentia...

The Network of European Railways (NEE) expressed alarm over a potential pause to the HGV toll in Germany until 2023.

DB Regio Timetable Back Up to 90 Percent

DB Regio Timetable Back Up to 90 Percent

Deutsche Bahn reduced its timetable significantly during the coronavirus pandemic. DB Regio services are now back up to 90 percent.

Rail Supply Group Launches Coronavirus Recovery Survey

Rail Supply Group Launches Coronavirus Recovery Survey

The RSG is launching a survey to inform its decision-making on how the UK rail supply chain can make a full, fast recovery from coronavirus.

Early Return of Regular Rail Services in Western Australia

Early Return of Regular Rail Services in Western Australia

Rail services are to return to normal timetables in Western Australia sooner than planned following the coronavirus pandemic.

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