European Union (EU)

€300 million for ČD
Business

€300 million for ČD

The EIB lends €300 million to the Czech State Railways for the purchase of new rolling stock and the modernisation of existing rolling stock

Karel Novak October 31, 2024 · 2 min read
EC: ÖBB and ČD to pay fine of €48.7 million
Business

EC: ÖBB and ČD to pay fine of €48.7 million

These two companies have been fined for violating EU antitrust rules. According to the EC, ČD and ÖBB colluded to prevent a new entrant, RegioJet, from gaining access to used wagons, thereby restricting competition in the rail passenger transport market.

Karel Novak October 24, 2024 · 3 min read
Shandong China-EU Train Opens CEE Hub in Serbia
Freight Rail

Shandong China-EU Train Opens CEE Hub in Serbia

On September 7th, a Shandong China-EU train arrived in Serbia, establishing the first Central and Eastern European consolidation centre, boosting trade and logistics for Shandong and the region. Perex: On September 7th, a Shandong China-EU train arrived in Serbia, establishing the first Central and Eastern European consolidation centre, boosting trade and logistics for Shandong and the region.

Karel Novak September 13, 2024 · 4 min read
New IBS Executive Board Elected
Freight Rail

New IBS Executive Board Elected

The International Rail Freight Business Association (IBS) has recently elected a new executive board to head the organization into the future. It is a well-rounded and experienced railway and logistics board. Their diversity in experience promises to spearhead innovation and growth within the IBS.

Karel Novak August 28, 2024 · 3 min read