Railway Transport Gets Boost as Agency Rules for Timely Construction Info
The Federal Network Agency has issued a decision, BK10-25-0043, that will significantly impact railway transport companies (RTCs) and construction measures. The ruling enables RTCs to insist on their planned and booked trips, even when construction measures are not communicated in time. Peter Westenberger, Managing Director of the Association of Goods Trains, has welcomed this decision as a strong signal against construction chaos.
Previously, late or faulty notifications from DB InfraGo led to chaotic planning processes, delayed and cancelled trains, and economic damages for both railways and their customers. The new decision aims to reduce these restrictions and provide planning security for customers. It requires DB InfraGo to announce planned construction measures in a timely manner, with failure to do so resulting in compulsory fines of up to €1 million.
Affected RTCs can now file an objection against delayed construction measures and demand the implementation of their booked trip at the expense of the planned construction site. This decision applies to long-planned but not timely communicated construction measures, but does not impact short-term, unforeseen ones. Currently, DB InfraGo provides timely construction information in only 40% of cases, a figure that is expected to improve due to this ruling.
The Federal Network Agency's decision BK10-25-0043 is set to bring much-needed clarity and security to rail traffic planning. It empowers RTCs to insist on their booked trips and holds DB InfraGo accountable for timely construction information. The decision is a significant step towards reducing disruptions and economic damages caused by poorly communicated construction measures.
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