Rail sector outlines environmental targets

Long-term targets to further improve the environmental performance of the rail sector are outlined in a new brochure published by the International Union of Railways (UIC) and the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER).

Adopted by the sector, the targets represent the improvements it feels achievable through its own voluntary endeavours, separate to any EU or government requirements. They build on the agreement already made in 2008 by rail companies to commit to a...