Zero-emission truck and electric train should be charged the same

East Midlands Gateway truck and train (Maritime)

European policy makers should find a way of charging for infrastructure that incentivises the greenest possible choice of modality. This requires a multimodal approach, rather than an isolated policy for a single transport sector, say the European industry associations the UIRR, CER and ERFA. Thus, no waiving tolls for electric trucks, but more incentives to take the train, is the argument of the groups.

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Author: Majorie van Leijen

Majorie van Leijen is the editor-in-chief of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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Zero-emission truck and electric train should be charged the same

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European policy makers should find a way of charging for infrastructure that incentivises the greenest possible choice of modality. This requires a multimodal approach, rather than an isolated policy for a single transport sector, say the European industry associations the UIRR, CER and ERFA. Thus, no waiving tolls for electric trucks, but more incentives to take the train, is the argument of the groups.

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Author: Majorie van Leijen

Majorie van Leijen is the editor-in-chief of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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