Latest updates
14/7/2026 - Joint Statement - A call to recognise rail contribution to decarbonisation
On 17 July 2026, the European Commission will unveil a comprehensive proposal to revise the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS), aligning the carbon market with the EU 2040 climate target and industry competitiveness objectives. Just days before the proposal is unveiled, European rail and Combined Transport sectors collectively ask that the ETS remains true to its spirit: by earmarking its revenues to reward the sectors that have effectively decarbonised and hold accountable those that have not.
22/6/2026 - AERRL-ALLRAIL-ERFA Joint Position Paper on EU Military Mobility
AERRL, ALLRAIL, and ERFA underline the importance of ensuring that military mobility policies reinforce the performance, resilience and interoperability of the European rail system, while remaining fully consistent with the principles of the Single European Railway Area and the existing EU railway acquis.
15/6/2026 - Asociación de Empresas Ferroviarias Privadas (AEFP) joins ERFA
ERFA is happy to welcome the Spanish Private Railway Companies Association (Asociación de Empresas Feroviarias Privadas – AEFP) as its newest full member. The arrival of AEFP reinforces the geographical coverage of ERFA in South-West Europe and its ability to represent both individual companies and national associations.
11/6/2026 - Joint Press Release - European rail sector submits proposal for the European Railway Platform as the Capacity Regulation enters into force
ALLRAIL, CER, ERFA, FEPORT, FTE, UIP and UIRR call on the European Commission to approve the proposal swiftly so that the platform can begin its work without delay.