Strengthening rail connections to European ports

Trains and ships have more to do with each other than one might think. Ports are vital to Europe’s economic strength and strategic autonomy, while strong port-rail connections are essential to a modern, multimodal and integrated transport and logistics system.

Despite rail freight’s advantages in energy efficiency, sustainability and dual-use transport, too much long-distance freight still relies on road transport alone.

Watch the animation to discover why a strong rail–port interface matters.

More information about the EU Ports strategy can be found here.