Topic: VAP

Pricing controversy Do or die: Is Switzerland killing single wagonload?

Swiss national rail operator SBB is making single wagonload (SWL) traffic uncompetitive due to rapid price increases, according to the Swiss shippers’ association VAP. They…
Industry backlash Switzerland’s “rogue” rules endanger European rail freight

The Swiss Federal Office for Transport (FOT) has introduced new safety rules relating to the wheels of freight wagons. Despite good intentions, the new rules…
Gotthard accident aftermath: ‘There is no more room for error’

The east tunnel of the Gotthard Base Tunnel has been reopened for freight traffic after a massive train derailment two weeks ago. Akos Ersek, Chief…
Decision for Rhine-Alpine alternative on Rhine left bank is now up to France

Pledges to find alternative rail freight routes along the left bank of the Rhine river have been discussed for a few months now due to…