The indifference of transport policy towards combined transport is worrying. Yet functioning logistics are the lifeline of German industry. Political decisions are needed now to prevent rail freight transport from collapsing!
We are calling for short-term and medium-term measures to stop the impending dismantling of rail freight transport:
Zero increase in track prices in 2026
An immediate measure with a signaling effect – analogous to long-distance passenger transport.
Capacity guaranty of at least 90% of today's transport performance
For all corridor renovations and longer construction sites.
Strengthening suitable diversion routes
Same parameters for train length, train weight, and train profile as on the main lines.
Allocation of train paths in the event of bottlenecks according to market demand
Consideration of profile, train load, and scheduling to keep as many transports on the rail as possible.
Operational hardship allowance for inferior routes during corridor renovations
To support connections that would otherwise have to be discontinued.
Suspension of cancelation fees
Until an acceptable network quality is restored.