Germany’s “Third Track” project, vital for the Rotterdam-hinterland corridor, will not be finished within the next ten years. This poses a significant obstacle for the…
Rail freight traffic in the Port of Rotterdam is partially restarting, according to Dutch infrastructure manager ProRail. The winter weather caused widespread disruptions across the…
Dutch infrastructure agency ProRail has moved quickly to repair badly damaged tracks between Utrecht and Eindhoven. A huge accident on Friday (31 October) saw a…
The Netherlands is investing 30 million euros in single wagonload (SWL) infrastructure. It is a controversial plan, with some supporting it and others strongly opposing…
The Dutch infrastructure ministry has announced a plan to invest 30 million euros in single wagonload (SWL) operations at the Kijfhoek rail yard, close to…
Dutch rail freight is awaiting another tough year. After volumes dropping for two consecutive years, trains will likely transport even less freight in 2026. Operators…
Parliament in the Netherlands recently voted on two proposals to accommodate rail freight. A motion on 740-metre trains passed, whereas lower infrastructure fees could not…