Europe’s big aspiration to reverse the decline of its rail freight industry will require significant effort, with substantial investment and smart thinking. Governments and industry players can help to achieve this goal, as there are examples of success to draw on and some key levers to pull.
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Main insights for the second half of September 2025
Cargo traffic along the Eurasian rail route within the China-Europe-China segment totalled 189 thousand TEUs during the first half of 2024, up 66% compared to the same period in 2023.