This summary presents the main findings of a deep dive study on network condition carried out within PRIME. With the study, PRIME intends to increase visibility of network condition and its reciprocal relation to maintenance & renewal. Network condition assessment methods of the infrastructure managers were compared and analysed with regards to effects on maintenance … Read more
Climate change has both short- and long-term impacts, including extreme weather events and rising sea levels. Railway infrastructure is significantly affected, leading to deterioration, disruptions, and financial consequences. Launched in November 2022, the PRIME task force on adaptation to climate change has been a place for IMs to share knowledge concerning climate change risks, adaptation … Read more
The Platform of Rail Infrastructure Managers in Europe (PRIME) is pleased to announce the release of its sixth benchmarking report, covering the years 2017-2021. The platform was established in 2013 to promote cooperation between infrastructure managers in Europe and foster the rail sector. The report presents key figures and insights on European rail infrastructure managers’ … Read more
Long-distance cross-border rail services play a key role in creating a sustainable transport offer and in connecting people across Europe. This has raised the question to which extent charges can be used to support the development of these services. This summary presents the key findings of a PRIME study, carried out in 2022, on long-distance … Read more
This summary presents the main findings of a deep dive study on charging and State funding of European infrastructure managers. The report is based on a survey about the funding systems and structure of participating PRIME members. To inform an interested public this summary describes similarities, differences, experiences, and difficulties of rail infrastructure managers in the area of … Read more
The new Platform of Rail Infrastructure Managers in Europe (PRIME) discussion paper explores members’ initiatives and projects designed to mitigate climate change and support the transition to a climate-neutral economy. Against a background of increased demand for sustainable transport, the paper will support discussions on how infrastructure managers can help decarbonise transport, tackle capacity challenges, and … Read more
SNCF Réseau organised a meeting (20 September, 2019, Paris) to present the results of the PRIME Benchmarking work The idea was to present PRIME generally and in particular its work in benchmarking the performance of European rail infrastructure managers. Invited were French rail regulatory body ARAFER, French RUs / clients of SNCF Réseau, LISEA, French … Read more