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👋 Hi policy communicators & #EUcomms people on Bluesky! Who else is around?

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"Europe and train travel go together like sunsets and the Seine"👇
Rail Weekend Read 📰

The London-based magazine Time Out on train travel and high-speed rail in Europe:

"Europe and train travel go together like sunsets and the Seine".

Read the article www.timeout.com/news/the-amb...
October 11, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Europeans would swap planes for trains…if they could
Europeans would swap planes for trains…if they could
Most EU citizens would prefer high-speed trains over planes for short to medium distances – if reliable rail options existed.
dlvr.it
July 1, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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🔴 EU survey reveals large majority of European citizens would swap planes for high-speed trains to travel in Europe.

See the results below ⬇️

(1/3) #EUTransport
July 2, 2025 at 7:50 AM
Cross-border passenger rights, rail infrastructure capacity regulation, roadworthiness package, weights and dimensions directive... and more!

Check the upcoming #eu2025dk transport priorities👇
Today the programme and priorities of the upcoming Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU have been announced 🇩🇰 🇪🇺

To read them and learn more, go visit 👉 tinyurl.com/33rdem8x
June 19, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Spanish public operator Renfe and Japanese JR Central will reinforce their collaboration to strengthen their presence in international high-speed rail projects. #RNHS
JR Central and Renfe sign agreement to strengthen their collaboration on international projects
They will combine their high-speed expertise to strengthen their presence in international markets.
www.trenvista.net
June 2, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Claves de los acuerdos entre el Reino Unido y la UE en su primera cumbre tras el Brexit: del posible regreso británico al Erasmus a un pacto de pesca beneficioso para España.

Claves de los acuerdos entre el Reino Unido y la UE: de la movilidad juvenil a la pesca - EFE
Londres (EuroEFE).- El Reino Unido y la Unión Europea (UE) acordaron este lunes un paquete de medidas para profundizar su relación, en la primera cumbre bilateral desde el Brexit o salida británica de la UE en 2020. Además de una declaración conjunta sobre la nueva asociación estratégica, anunciaron un pacto de defensa y una hoja ... Leer más
efe.com
May 19, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Fully connecting EU capitals and major cities with high-speed rail? @financialtimes.com reports on it👇
May 13, 2025 at 12:38 PM
If you’re interested in transport, social or climate policy, here are some readings from the railways perspective👇
On #WorldBookDay, discover the #CERessay series - where academic analysis meets business insight.

Each essay is co-authored by a CEO from a European railway company & a distinguished academic.

📘 Sustainable tourism, innovation, high-speed... Pick your essay www.cer.be/publications...
April 23, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Shipping is setting sail toward a climate neutral future.

We welcome @imohq.bsky.social historic net-zero deal for global shipping by 2050.

With a pricing mechanism that will steer investment into decarbonisation and clean tech.

And set the sector on course to meet the Paris Agreement.
April 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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📣 Oana Gherghinescu has been selected as the future Executive Director of the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA), following a decision by the Agency’s Management Board during its 68th meeting.

Have a look at our #press release ➡️ bit.ly/42gUnDO

#NewDirector #EU #railways
March 19, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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Hello #BlueSky! 🚆

The EU Agency for Railways’ mission is moving Europe towards a #sustainable and safe #railway system without frontiers.

Follow us for updates and insights on #Railways, #EUTransport, #SustainableTransport, #RailSafety, #RailInteroperability.

Learn more about ERA ▶️ bit.ly/2IMd60O
February 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The @nytimes.com on high-speed rail, ticketing and night trains in Europe 📌

www.nytimes.com/2025/02/10/t... #EUTransport
In Europe, New Trains and a Streamlined Booking App
Also in the works: streamlined digital booking and Eurostar competition.
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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www.railwaygazette.com/high-speed/p... #RailEU 🇫🇷🇩🇪 A daily high speed train service linking Paris Est and Berlin Hbf was launched on December 16. It is operated through the Alleo partnership of SNCF Voyageurs and DB, with both French and German onboard staff and using DB Class 407 Velaro D trainsets
Paris – Berlin direct high speed train service launched
EUROPE: A daily high speed train service has been launched between Paris and Berlin.
www.railwaygazette.com
December 18, 2024 at 6:01 AM
The sustainability and connectivity roles played by rail transport in Europe are recognised.

But what about #EUdefence and security?🛡️

#MilitaryMobility was discussed today in Warsaw with European rail freight CEOs and representatives from NATO and EEAS.
November 29, 2024 at 4:39 PM
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Can you imagine London looking like this?!

It all comes down to choices.

Invest in public transport and active travel (walking, wheeling and cycling) or keep building more lanes.
A 1979 ad for London Transit 🚇
November 25, 2024 at 3:19 PM
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November 20, 2024 at 10:20 AM
First Bluesky post goes to this ICE 3neo inaugurated on the occasion of the #EuropeForRail train from Brussels to InnoTrans 2024✌️
November 19, 2024 at 3:19 PM