Association Française du Rail (AFRA)

‘SNCF strikes send a bad signal to rail freight sector’

Marco Raimondi
November 21, 2024
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Workers from all branches of the French railway group SNCF are currently on a 37-hour strike and will launch an indefinite one on 11 December…

French operators claim heavy compensation from SNCF Réseau for 2023 strikes

Guest authors
October 11, 2024
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Nine French rail operators are seeking compensation from SNCF Réseau claiming it abused a force majeure clause to avoid compensating for train cancellations during strikes…

French rail freight players run rule over 4 billion euro investment plan

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May 17, 2024
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A major investment programme totalling 4 billion euros to develop rail freight in France is due to be finalised later this year. Two of France’s leading rail freight executives tell Railfreight.com what they think of this funding package, which runs to 2032 and is seen as a key element in doubling the sector’s modal share…

France’s rail freight sector voices strong opposition to ‘mega’ trucks

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March 18, 2024
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France’s rail freight sector has voiced strong opposition to the European Union’s move to introduce ‘mega’ lorries of more than 25 metres in length and weighing up to 60 tonnes. Trucks in France currently have a maximum length and weight of 19 metres and 40 tonnes, respectively. Speaking on French TV, Alexandre Gallo, President and […]

Stagnant to stable outlook for French rail freight in 2024

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January 16, 2024
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After a difficult 2023, French rail freight is unlikely to fare much better this year, the head of a leading player in the sector has warned in an interview with RailFreight.com. “I think the market will be stagnant for three reasons. Firstly, there appears to be little sign that economic activity is picking up again, […]