Tri-modal freight operator Contargo will increase its infrastructure surcharges on rail shipments, effective 19 August and until further notice, citing “significant restrictions on rail corridors…
DB Cargo UK is seeking a new owner as its German parent focuses increasingly on its Central European operations. Sky News reported on Monday that Interpath is advising on the process and talks with prospective bidders are already under way.
VR Logistics transported 12.6 million tonnes in the first half of 2026, down 7.2% year on year. Weak demand from Finnish heavy industry, particularly the forest sector, continued to weigh on rail freight volumes.
After starting electrification work on the Borders Railway in February, Network Rail engineers have now begun installing the steel masts that will support the overhead wires needed to supply power to new battery-electric trains.
