Publications

10 Oct 2024

ERRAC Railway Research and Innovation Agenda (RRIA)

The ERRAC Rail Research and Innovation Agenda (RRIA) produced by the European Rail Research Advisory Council (ERRAC) provides a concrete outlook of the rail sector regarding the strategic research pri...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am ERRAC Railway Research and Innovation Agenda (RRIA) The ERRAC Rail Research and Innovation Agenda (RRIA) produced by the European Rail Research Advisory Council (ERRAC) provides a concrete outlook of the rail sector regarding the strategic research pri...

20 Sep 2024

Focus needed to achieve FRMCS 1st Edition for TSI 2027

The Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) is a priority technology for the future railway system. The need for FRMCS implementation is not only driven by the impending obsolescence of the...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Focus needed to achieve FRMCS 1st Edition for TSI 2027 The Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) is a priority technology for the future railway system. The need for FRMCS implementation is not only driven by the impending obsolescence of the...

09 Sep 2024

UNIFE Membership Brochure

Why should you apply to become a UNIFE Member? Well, there are many reasons! Have a look here to find out how the membership could benefit you. Build the business relationships of tomorrow and grow yo...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Membership Brochure Why should you apply to become a UNIFE Member? Well, there are many reasons! Have a look here to find out how the membership could benefit you. Build the business relationships of tomorrow and grow yo...

06 Sep 2024

UNIFE Research and Innovation brochure

UNIFE has an extensive and diverse experience with European research and innovation (R&I) projects. During our 30 years of operating in Brussels, this association has served as both an advocate fo...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Research and Innovation brochure UNIFE has an extensive and diverse experience with European research and innovation (R&I) projects. During our 30 years of operating in Brussels, this association has served as both an advocate fo...

05 Sep 2024

UNIFE R&I activities – Factsheet

UNIFE has an extensive and diverse experience with European research and innovation (R&I) projects. During our 30 years of operating in Brussels, this association has served as both an advocate fo...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE R&I activities – Factsheet UNIFE has an extensive and diverse experience with European research and innovation (R&I) projects. During our 30 years of operating in Brussels, this association has served as both an advocate fo...

19 Apr 2024

UNIFE’s UNISIG Position Paper on the Impact of Operational Requirements on the Future of the Railway Sector

UNIFE’s UNISIG Position Paper on ‘The impact of operational requirements on the future of the European railway sector’, provides a state of play, lessons learnt, and way forward in the deploymen...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE’s UNISIG Position Paper on the Impact of Operational Requirements on the Future of the Railway Sector UNIFE’s UNISIG Position Paper on ‘The impact of operational requirements on the future of the European railway sector’, provides a state of play, lessons learnt, and way forward in the deploymen...

02 Apr 2024

More EU budget for transport

UNIFE, together with 44 European transport organisations, representing the key spectrum of Europe’s transport network and industries, are again joining forces in a campaign to urge the European Inst...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am More EU budget for transport UNIFE, together with 44 European transport organisations, representing the key spectrum of Europe’s transport network and industries, are again joining forces in a campaign to urge the European Inst...

20 Mar 2024

European Rail Supply Industry’s priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle

The “On the move to a Net-Zero EU”, manifesto outlines the European Rail Supply Industry’s priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle, putting climate solutions, skills, innovation, bette...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am European Rail Supply Industry’s priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle The “On the move to a Net-Zero EU”, manifesto outlines the European Rail Supply Industry’s priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle, putting climate solutions, skills, innovation, bette...

19 Jan 2024

Annual Report 2023

2023 was a big year for UNIFE and European rail, and here is our Annual Report. This report, following a 12-month long and Europe-wide campaign touting rail, is an indispensable portfolio of our secto...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2023 2023 was a big year for UNIFE and European rail, and here is our Annual Report. This report, following a 12-month long and Europe-wide campaign touting rail, is an indispensable portfolio of our secto...

16 Jan 2023

Annual Report 2022

UNIFE’s latest Annual Report will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how our organisation’s efforts during 2022 helped promote the European Rail Supply Industry’s vision for a more interconnec...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2022 UNIFE’s latest Annual Report will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how our organisation’s efforts during 2022 helped promote the European Rail Supply Industry’s vision for a more interconnec...

18 Oct 2022

UNIFE Vision Paper on the Evolution of Regulation, Standardisation and Innovation for a Competitive European Rail Supply Industry

This UNIFE Vision Paper provides a state of play, lessons learnt, and challenges experienced by the European rail supply industry in the areas of regulation, standardisation and research & innovat...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Vision Paper on the Evolution of Regulation, Standardisation and Innovation for a Competitive European Rail Supply Industry This UNIFE Vision Paper provides a state of play, lessons learnt, and challenges experienced by the European rail supply industry in the areas of regulation, standardisation and research & innovat...

21 Sep 2022

2022 DAC Sector Statement

Together with the other rail sector associations UNIFE has published a rail sector statement in support of Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC). The statement showcases the need and the advantages of roll...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am 2022 DAC Sector Statement Together with the other rail sector associations UNIFE has published a rail sector statement in support of Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC). The statement showcases the need and the advantages of roll...

15 Jun 2022

Key aspects for a successful Taxonomy implementation in the rail sector

UNIFE fully shares the ambition of the EU Taxonomy Regulation to define a common classification scheme including criteria for identifying sustainable economic activities, with the aim of guiding inves...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Key aspects for a successful Taxonomy implementation in the rail sector UNIFE fully shares the ambition of the EU Taxonomy Regulation to define a common classification scheme including criteria for identifying sustainable economic activities, with the aim of guiding inves...

29 Apr 2022

UNIFE position on the alignment of EU rules on capital requirements to international standards

The Capital Requirements Regulation (CCR3) update proposed by the European Commission in October 2021 can have severe implications for the for the provision of cost-effective trade finance to the real...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE position on the alignment of EU rules on capital requirements to international standards The Capital Requirements Regulation (CCR3) update proposed by the European Commission in October 2021 can have severe implications for the for the provision of cost-effective trade finance to the real...

30 Mar 2022

Going the distance: How the European Rail Supply Industry contributes to boosting long-distance, cross-border & night service passenger rail in Europe

As the European Union moves to decarbonise transport, rail - as the cleanest mobility mode - must be at the backbone of tomorrow's green transportation paradigm. European rail suppliers believe that l...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Going the distance: How the European Rail Supply Industry contributes to boosting long-distance, cross-border & night service passenger rail in Europe As the European Union moves to decarbonise transport, rail - as the cleanest mobility mode - must be at the backbone of tomorrow's green transportation paradigm. European rail suppliers believe that l...

16 Mar 2022

UNIFE feedback on the public consultation on the Revision of the State aid Railway Guidelines

As announced in the European Commission’s Action Plan to boost cross border and long-distance passenger rail published in December 2021, the Commission’s is aiming at “clarifying by 2023 the Sta...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE feedback on the public consultation on the Revision of the State aid Railway Guidelines As announced in the European Commission’s Action Plan to boost cross border and long-distance passenger rail published in December 2021, the Commission’s is aiming at “clarifying by 2023 the Sta...

28 Feb 2022

UNIFE Position Paper on the Revision of the TEN-T Regulation

While the rail supply industry is fully supportive of the goals set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy (SSMS), and the expected ambition to accelerate the realisation of the TEN-T with the...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Position Paper on the Revision of the TEN-T Regulation While the rail supply industry is fully supportive of the goals set in the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy (SSMS), and the expected ambition to accelerate the realisation of the TEN-T with the...

09 Feb 2022

UNIFE Annual Report 2021

The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2021, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Annual Report 2021 The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2021, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

14 Jan 2022

Enabling digital and intelligent rail freight in Europe

European freight transport is both an important economic sector and a key element in our collective effort to take on climate change. Today, road transport accounts for almost 75% of inland freight tr...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Enabling digital and intelligent rail freight in Europe European freight transport is both an important economic sector and a key element in our collective effort to take on climate change. Today, road transport accounts for almost 75% of inland freight tr...

22 Nov 2021

SMEs: keeping the Rail Supply Industry on track

What are “Small- and Medium Enterprises” (SME), according to the European Commission? It is a company with no more than 250 employees and an annual turnover less than €50 million at the group le...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am SMEs: keeping the Rail Supply Industry on track What are “Small- and Medium Enterprises” (SME), according to the European Commission? It is a company with no more than 250 employees and an annual turnover less than €50 million at the group le...

10 Nov 2021

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

As one of the most energy-efficient transport modes, rail has a key role to play in the overall climate-neutrality goal by 2050, which has been enshrined into legislation through the Climate Law. UNIF...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) As one of the most energy-efficient transport modes, rail has a key role to play in the overall climate-neutrality goal by 2050, which has been enshrined into legislation through the Climate Law. UNIF...

15 Oct 2021

Position Paper on the European Commission’s proposal for a Regulation on Alternative Fuels Infrastructures (AFIR)

Rail is by far the greenest mode of mass transportation: it is responsible for less than 0.5% of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions and it improved its energy efficiency steadily. However, a s...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Position Paper on the European Commission’s proposal for a Regulation on Alternative Fuels Infrastructures (AFIR) Rail is by far the greenest mode of mass transportation: it is responsible for less than 0.5% of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions and it improved its energy efficiency steadily. However, a s...

30 Sep 2021

Successful Transition to FRMCS – UNIFE Position Paper on the Key Success Factors for the transition to FRMCS

This UNIFE position paper outlines the industry’s view on the successful transition to the Future Railways Mobile Communication System (FRCMS) and the key factors that need to be addressed to succes...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Successful Transition to FRMCS – UNIFE Position Paper on the Key Success Factors for the transition to FRMCS This UNIFE position paper outlines the industry’s view on the successful transition to the Future Railways Mobile Communication System (FRCMS) and the key factors that need to be addressed to succes...

22 Sep 2021

UNIFE Position Paper on Cybersecurity in Railways

This cybersecurity vision, developed by UNIFE, presents the European rail supply industry’s assessment of challenges to securing Europe’s railway system as it continues to incorporate digital innovation across its assets. This examination also aims to set priorities and targets for the short-, medium- and long-term. A set of recommendations is also proposed to further engage with the EU institutions and other rail stakeholders.

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Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Position Paper on Cybersecurity in Railways This cybersecurity vision, developed by UNIFE, presents the European rail supply industry’s assessment of challenges to securing Europe’s railway system as it continues to incorporate digital innovation across its assets. This examination also aims to set priorities and targets for the short-, medium- and long-term. A set of recommendations is also proposed to further engage with the EU institutions and other rail stakeholders.

06 Sep 2021

ERTMS, a key enabler for the digital and sustainable rail transition in Europe

Over the past year, the European Union (EU) has faced a multitude of unprecedented challenges: climate change, the digital transition, industrial renewal due to the climate crisis and, of course, sign...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am ERTMS, a key enabler for the digital and sustainable rail transition in Europe Over the past year, the European Union (EU) has faced a multitude of unprecedented challenges: climate change, the digital transition, industrial renewal due to the climate crisis and, of course, sign...

30 Jul 2021

Promoting quality in rail – IRIS Certification improves sector’s attractiveness and competitiveness

Over the past year, the European Union (EU) has faced a multitude of unprecedented challenges: climate change, the digital transition, industrial renewal due to the climate crisis and, of course, sign...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Promoting quality in rail – IRIS Certification improves sector’s attractiveness and competitiveness Over the past year, the European Union (EU) has faced a multitude of unprecedented challenges: climate change, the digital transition, industrial renewal due to the climate crisis and, of course, sign...

18 Jun 2021

The Technical Framework of the European Railway Sector: on track to an interoperable railway system

Since 1991, the European railway sector has been consistently reformed by the European Union through a series of ongoing and evolving legislation. Most notably, several railway “packages” were cra...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am The Technical Framework of the European Railway Sector: on track to an interoperable railway system Since 1991, the European railway sector has been consistently reformed by the European Union through a series of ongoing and evolving legislation. Most notably, several railway “packages” were cra...

10 May 2021

World markets: A playing field for the European Rail Supply Industry

The 8th edition of UNIFE’s World Rail Market Study (WRMS) was conducted by Roland Berger and unveiled in 2020....

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am World markets: A playing field for the European Rail Supply Industry The 8th edition of UNIFE’s World Rail Market Study (WRMS) was conducted by Roland Berger and unveiled in 2020....

29 Apr 2021

International Standardisation the European Rail Associations’ Vision

This paper aims to set the vision regarding the European and international standardisation systems. Recommendations have been identified to strengthen the use of these standardisation systems as a key enabler for the European rail sector’s potential. and continued competitiveness on the global stage.

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Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am International Standardisation the European Rail Associations’ Vision This paper aims to set the vision regarding the European and international standardisation systems. Recommendations have been identified to strengthen the use of these standardisation systems as a key enabler for the European rail sector’s potential. and continued competitiveness on the global stage.

15 Apr 2021

Boosting Railway Digitalization thanks to EU research and innovation

The greatest economic and societal developments of recent decades have been the transformations brought by digital technologies. Digital connectivity is changing the current transport landscape and it...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Boosting Railway Digitalization thanks to EU research and innovation The greatest economic and societal developments of recent decades have been the transformations brought by digital technologies. Digital connectivity is changing the current transport landscape and it...

14 Apr 2021

TSI transitions for a competitive European Railway Sector

Increased stability and predictability of the European technical framework and TSI transitions regime are a top priority for the European rail supply industry. With this paper UNIFE aims to raise the...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am TSI transitions for a competitive European Railway Sector Increased stability and predictability of the European technical framework and TSI transitions regime are a top priority for the European rail supply industry. With this paper UNIFE aims to raise the...

11 Mar 2021

Skills for the Rail Supply Industry: Adapting Training and Attracting Talent

21st century problems require 22nd century solutions. As the world grapples with climate change and economic turbulence, the EU must provide young people and workers with the skills needed to reduce o...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Skills for the Rail Supply Industry: Adapting Training and Attracting Talent 21st century problems require 22nd century solutions. As the world grapples with climate change and economic turbulence, the EU must provide young people and workers with the skills needed to reduce o...

01 Mar 2021

Annual Report 2020

The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2020, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2020 The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2020, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

23 Feb 2021

About UNIFE Guide

An overview of our research, standardisation & regulation and public affairs activities. In addition the publication presents our Organisational structure, Committees and Working goups.

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Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am About UNIFE Guide An overview of our research, standardisation & regulation and public affairs activities. In addition the publication presents our Organisational structure, Committees and Working goups.

17 Feb 2021

The EU year of rail puts Europe on track to sustainability and energy efficiency

The European Green Deal is the world’s most ambitious climate strategy and the hallmark of the current European Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen. It sets all sectors and industries...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am The EU year of rail puts Europe on track to sustainability and energy efficiency The European Green Deal is the world’s most ambitious climate strategy and the hallmark of the current European Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen. It sets all sectors and industries...

20 Oct 2020

UNIFE vision on Cyber-security in railways

Cyber-security is gaining importance across society. The Digital Single Market Strategy of the EU is tasked with establishing harmonised processes and solutions when formulating the cyber-security leg...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE vision on Cyber-security in railways Cyber-security is gaining importance across society. The Digital Single Market Strategy of the EU is tasked with establishing harmonised processes and solutions when formulating the cyber-security leg...

06 Jul 2020

UNIFE vision paper on digitalisation – second chapter

Digitalisation is one of the major cornerstone of the European Commission’s mandate. Fostering digital transformation in all sectors is regarded as key to unlock Europe’s technological potential a...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE vision paper on digitalisation – second chapter Digitalisation is one of the major cornerstone of the European Commission’s mandate. Fostering digital transformation in all sectors is regarded as key to unlock Europe’s technological potential a...

29 Jun 2020

Rail sector joins forces to contribute to sustainable and smart mobility in Europe

The statement has been prepared by UNIFE together with the associations CER and EIM to collectively present the rail sector’s views, expectations and priorities for DG MOVE’s forthcoming ‘’sus...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Rail sector joins forces to contribute to sustainable and smart mobility in Europe The statement has been prepared by UNIFE together with the associations CER and EIM to collectively present the rail sector’s views, expectations and priorities for DG MOVE’s forthcoming ‘’sus...

06 Apr 2020

Joint letter implementation of the 4th railway packages technical pillar

The Fourth Railway Package Technical Pillar has undoubtably been the priority subject regarding technical railway regulation development in recent years. A prerequisite for the success of the Fourth R...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Joint letter implementation of the 4th railway packages technical pillar The Fourth Railway Package Technical Pillar has undoubtably been the priority subject regarding technical railway regulation development in recent years. A prerequisite for the success of the Fourth R...

24 Mar 2020

Annual Report 2019 – executive summary

Read about UNIFE's impact in 2019 focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better regulation and investme...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2019 – executive summary Read about UNIFE's impact in 2019 focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better regulation and investme...

24 Mar 2020

COVID-19 | Transport keeps us going

On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 a pandemic and governments worldwide have taken wide-ranging measures to contain the spread of the virus. The transport sect...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am COVID-19 | Transport keeps us going On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 a pandemic and governments worldwide have taken wide-ranging measures to contain the spread of the virus. The transport sect...

19 Mar 2020

International-standardisation – the European rail supply industrys position

The paper addresses the strategic importance of European and global standards for industry. In recent months there has been a strong push by China and others to define more and more new global railway...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am International-standardisation – the European rail supply industrys position The paper addresses the strategic importance of European and global standards for industry. In recent months there has been a strong push by China and others to define more and more new global railway...

12 Feb 2020

Annual Report 2019

The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2019, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2019 The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2019, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

26 Nov 2019

Industry4europe – a long term strategy for Europes industrial future from words to action

The Industry4Europe coalition has today issued its new Joint Paper ‘A long-term strategy for Europe’s industrial future: from words to action’. Through cross-sectoral recommendations, the Indu...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Industry4europe – a long term strategy for Europes industrial future from words to action The Industry4Europe coalition has today issued its new Joint Paper ‘A long-term strategy for Europe’s industrial future: from words to action’. Through cross-sectoral recommendations, the Indu...

21 Nov 2019

UNIFE vision paper on urban mobility

UNIFE’s new vision paper, titled ‘’Urban Rail for cities and metropolitan areas”, is the first document outlining the European Rail Supply Industry’s stances on urban mobility. In this publi...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE vision paper on urban mobility UNIFE’s new vision paper, titled ‘’Urban Rail for cities and metropolitan areas”, is the first document outlining the European Rail Supply Industry’s stances on urban mobility. In this publi...

31 Jul 2019

UNITEL Position Paper – EU funded and coordinated FRMCS pilot projects

The on-going FRMCS project and Shift2Rail work streams represent important steps in defining the future communication system for railway. However, the railway communication supply industry has identif...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNITEL Position Paper – EU funded and coordinated FRMCS pilot projects The on-going FRMCS project and Shift2Rail work streams represent important steps in defining the future communication system for railway. However, the railway communication supply industry has identif...

11 Jul 2019

Recommendation to apply the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) & Good practices in the domain of railway procurement

Public procurement is the most common process for railway projects in Europe including infrastructure, rolling stock, rail control or energy as well as maintenance. The vast majority of railway operat...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Recommendation to apply the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) & Good practices in the domain of railway procurement Public procurement is the most common process for railway projects in Europe including infrastructure, rolling stock, rail control or energy as well as maintenance. The vast majority of railway operat...

19 Jun 2019

Dublin declaration of the European rail supply industry

More than 200 leaders of the European rail industry gathered in Dublin for the 28th UNIFE General Assembly. To mark this occasion the Members of the UNIFE Presiding Board signed the Dublin Declarat...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Dublin declaration of the European rail supply industry More than 200 leaders of the European rail industry gathered in Dublin for the 28th UNIFE General Assembly. To mark this occasion the Members of the UNIFE Presiding Board signed the Dublin Declarat...

15 Apr 2019

UNIFE vision paper on digitalisation

UNIFE’s new Vision Paper on digitalisation outlines the views, priorities and ambitions of the European rail supply industry on digital technologies which are shaping the way our sector is moving fo...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE vision paper on digitalisation UNIFE’s new Vision Paper on digitalisation outlines the views, priorities and ambitions of the European rail supply industry on digital technologies which are shaping the way our sector is moving fo...

19 Mar 2019

About UNIFE Guide – updated 2019

This brochure provides an overview of our activities in the fields of public affairs, standardisation & harmonisation, research & innovation and the IRIS Certification™ system. It also prese...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am About UNIFE Guide – updated 2019 This brochure provides an overview of our activities in the fields of public affairs, standardisation & harmonisation, research & innovation and the IRIS Certification™ system. It also prese...

05 Feb 2019

Annual Report 2018

The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2018, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2018 The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2018, focusing on areas ranging from industry policy, trade, R&I, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better r...

29 Nov 2018

CER-EIM-UNIFE joint position paper: EU stragedy for long-term greenhouse gas emissions reductions – the crucial role of rail

Following the European Commission’s Communication on the EU long-term strategy for greenhouse gases emissions reductions, the joint Position Paper aims at highlighting the fundamental role of rail t...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am CER-EIM-UNIFE joint position paper: EU stragedy for long-term greenhouse gas emissions reductions – the crucial role of rail Following the European Commission’s Communication on the EU long-term strategy for greenhouse gases emissions reductions, the joint Position Paper aims at highlighting the fundamental role of rail t...

20 Nov 2018

EU funding and financing for rail projects in the 2021-2027 multiannual financial framework

Following the European Commission proposal for the EU budget published on 2 May 2018 and the legislative proposals for spending programmes for the 2021-2027 period, UNIFE with this position paper woul...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am EU funding and financing for rail projects in the 2021-2027 multiannual financial framework Following the European Commission proposal for the EU budget published on 2 May 2018 and the legislative proposals for spending programmes for the 2021-2027 period, UNIFE with this position paper woul...

14 Nov 2018

European ral industry involvement in the EULYNX project activities

The purpose of this position paper is to evaluate the involvement of the European Rail industry in the Eulynx project activities....

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am European ral industry involvement in the EULYNX project activities The purpose of this position paper is to evaluate the involvement of the European Rail industry in the Eulynx project activities....

18 Sep 2018

World Rail Market Study Executive Summary 2018

The UNIFE World Rail Market Study is a reference for the rail sector and is regularly referred to as a standard set of data for the rail supply industry. The main objective of the study is to create a...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am World Rail Market Study Executive Summary 2018 The UNIFE World Rail Market Study is a reference for the rail sector and is regularly referred to as a standard set of data for the rail supply industry. The main objective of the study is to create a...

07 Sep 2018

Horizon Europe – The European research and innovation framework programme 2021-2027

The Position Paper presents the view and recommendations of the rail supply industry on the European Commission’s proposals for the next research and innovation Framework Programme Horizon Europe 20...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Horizon Europe – The European research and innovation framework programme 2021-2027 The Position Paper presents the view and recommendations of the rail supply industry on the European Commission’s proposals for the next research and innovation Framework Programme Horizon Europe 20...

04 Jul 2018

INDUSTRY4EUROPE: A Governance structure

With this Joint Paper the Industry4Europe coalition has been calling for a long-term vision for Europe’s industry which demands a long-term governance structure going beyond the 6-month EU Presidenc...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am INDUSTRY4EUROPE: A Governance structure With this Joint Paper the Industry4Europe coalition has been calling for a long-term vision for Europe’s industry which demands a long-term governance structure going beyond the 6-month EU Presidenc...

25 Apr 2018

CEF Funding for ERTMS deployment in the post 2020 MFF

The purpose of the position paper is to highlight several issues that should be taken into account in the context of the budgetary discussions for the post-2020 period and the preparation of CEF 2...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am CEF Funding for ERTMS deployment in the post 2020 MFF The purpose of the position paper is to highlight several issues that should be taken into account in the context of the budgetary discussions for the post-2020 period and the preparation of CEF 2...

03 Apr 2018

UNIFE Research & Innovation Activities (updated)

This publication provides an overview of UNIFE’s research and innovation activities, including the European research projects with direct UNIFE involvement from the EU’s Framework Programmes for R...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Research & Innovation Activities (updated) This publication provides an overview of UNIFE’s research and innovation activities, including the European research projects with direct UNIFE involvement from the EU’s Framework Programmes for R...

29 Mar 2018

INDUSTRY4EUROPE: Setting indicators

The aim of this Joint Paper is to propose a short list of indicators that can be used to both assess the health of the European Industryand monitor the progress made by the EU on the implementation of...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am INDUSTRY4EUROPE: Setting indicators The aim of this Joint Paper is to propose a short list of indicators that can be used to both assess the health of the European Industryand monitor the progress made by the EU on the implementation of...

12 Mar 2018

FAQ EU Regulation 2016/1628 – Rail Vehicle Applications

The purpose of this FAQ document is to contribute to a clear understanding of the Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 and the relevant supplementing legislation concerns emission limits and type approval proced...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am FAQ EU Regulation 2016/1628 – Rail Vehicle Applications The purpose of this FAQ document is to contribute to a clear understanding of the Regulation (EU) 2016/1628 and the relevant supplementing legislation concerns emission limits and type approval proced...

04 Feb 2018

Annual Report 2017 (9MB)

The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2017, focusing on areas ranging from industrial policy, trade, R&D, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2017 (9MB) The UNIFE Annual Report reviews our activities in 2017, focusing on areas ranging from industrial policy, trade, R&D, to ERTMS, IRIS Certification, and advocating at the political level for better...

09 Nov 2017

Joint rail sector declaration on digitalisation of railways 2

The shared objective of all rail stakeholders is to offer highly efficient and attractive transport options to their customers, and digitalisation is a key tool to achieve this in a fast-moving techno...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Joint rail sector declaration on digitalisation of railways 2 The shared objective of all rail stakeholders is to offer highly efficient and attractive transport options to their customers, and digitalisation is a key tool to achieve this in a fast-moving techno...

24 Oct 2017

Industry and research associations position on EU institutional public private partnerships in research and innovation 2

This paper represents the common position of 5 industry associations and partners (Hydrogen Europe, ASD, BIC, EFPIA and UNIFE) involved in 6 EU institutional Public Private Partnerships (IPPP) (unde...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Industry and research associations position on EU institutional public private partnerships in research and innovation 2 This paper represents the common position of 5 industry associations and partners (Hydrogen Europe, ASD, BIC, EFPIA and UNIFE) involved in 6 EU institutional Public Private Partnerships (IPPP) (unde...

23 Oct 2017

INDUSTRY4EUROPE: Going further

In this Joint Reaction Paper, the Signatories – representing a wide range of industrial sectors – have identified all key objectives and missing measures that should be at the heart of any ambitio...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am INDUSTRY4EUROPE: Going further In this Joint Reaction Paper, the Signatories – representing a wide range of industrial sectors – have identified all key objectives and missing measures that should be at the heart of any ambitio...

21 Sep 2017

Views of the rail sector: Post-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework

In the context of the budgetary discussions for the post-2020 period, we – the European associations representing the rail sector – would like to explain in this joint paper why it is important fo...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Views of the rail sector: Post-2020 Multiannual Financial Framework In the context of the budgetary discussions for the post-2020 period, we – the European associations representing the rail sector – would like to explain in this joint paper why it is important fo...

19 Jan 2017

Annual Report 2016 (13MB)

The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2016 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2016 (13MB) The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2016 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

21 Sep 2016

UNIFE Position-Paper on digitalisation of railways

The objective of paper, developed by the UNIFE Digital Platform, is to clarify the position of the rail supply industry with respect to the rail digital transformation and to set the priorities and ta...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE Position-Paper on digitalisation of railways The objective of paper, developed by the UNIFE Digital Platform, is to clarify the position of the rail supply industry with respect to the rail digital transformation and to set the priorities and ta...

01 Jul 2016

Joint letter – Decarbonising transport

The above-listed associations believe that the forthcoming Communication is an excellent opportunity for the Commission to stimulate and inspire the decarbonisation debate and to be bold in their prop...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Joint letter – Decarbonising transport The above-listed associations believe that the forthcoming Communication is an excellent opportunity for the Commission to stimulate and inspire the decarbonisation debate and to be bold in their prop...

08 Jun 2016

Annual Report 2015 (Low resolution 9MB)

The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2015 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2015 (Low resolution 9MB) The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2015 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

03 Jun 2016

Position Paper: Rail as a key to decarbonising transport

The European Commission has announced, for summer 2016, a Communication on decarbonising the transport sector, thus about reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport operations in the EU. T...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Position Paper: Rail as a key to decarbonising transport The European Commission has announced, for summer 2016, a Communication on decarbonising the transport sector, thus about reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport operations in the EU. T...

31 May 2016

IRIS 10TH Anniversary Newsletter

The IRIS 10th anniversary newsletter highlights the standard’s accomplishments over the past decade as well as looking at what the future holds for IRIS....

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am IRIS 10TH Anniversary Newsletter The IRIS 10th anniversary newsletter highlights the standard’s accomplishments over the past decade as well as looking at what the future holds for IRIS....

24 Nov 2015

Position Paper CBTC Frequency Bandwidth

Position Paper UITP/UNIFE Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) frequency bandwidth...

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20 Nov 2015

Letter on the benefit of electro-mobility

A letter on the benefits of electro-mobility in the Energy Union, sent by the Electro-mobility platform to Vice-president Maroš Šefčovič and Commissioners for Transport, Violeta Bulc and Climate A...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Letter on the benefit of electro-mobility A letter on the benefits of electro-mobility in the Energy Union, sent by the Electro-mobility platform to Vice-president Maroš Šefčovič and Commissioners for Transport, Violeta Bulc and Climate A...

12 Nov 2015

UNIFE’s Key Messages for COP21

The COP21 climate change negotiations in Paris in December offer the opportunity for the European rail industry to show off the environmental virtues of rail transport and the energy efficient and car...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE’s Key Messages for COP21 The COP21 climate change negotiations in Paris in December offer the opportunity for the European rail industry to show off the environmental virtues of rail transport and the energy efficient and car...

01 Jun 2015

Stakeholder consultation on the mid-term review of the 20111 white paper on transport

UNIFE’s response to the public consultation...

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16 Apr 2015

UNIFE position paper on urban mobility

UNIFE has published a position paper on the European Parliament’s own initiative report on Sustainable Mobility, promoting the idea that sustainable means of transport, such as light rail, metros an...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE position paper on urban mobility UNIFE has published a position paper on the European Parliament’s own initiative report on Sustainable Mobility, promoting the idea that sustainable means of transport, such as light rail, metros an...

23 Mar 2015

UNIFE position paper on the stocktaking review of the transport white paper

In the context of the stocktaking review of the Transport White Paper, UNIFE would like to stress the need to keep a high level of ambition by confirming the target of 60% reduction in transport GHG e...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am UNIFE position paper on the stocktaking review of the transport white paper In the context of the stocktaking review of the Transport White Paper, UNIFE would like to stress the need to keep a high level of ambition by confirming the target of 60% reduction in transport GHG e...

08 Jan 2015

Annual Report 2014 (Low Resolution – 4MB)

The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2014 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2014 (Low Resolution – 4MB) The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2014 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

08 Jan 2015

Annual Report 2014 (High Resolution – 8MB)

The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2014 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2014 (High Resolution – 8MB) The UNIFE Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2014 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS dep...

22 Sep 2014

World Rail Market Study Executive Summary

The UNIFE World Rail Market Study is a reference for the rail sector and is regularly referred to as a standard set of data for the rail supply industry. The main objective of the study is to create a...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am World Rail Market Study Executive Summary The UNIFE World Rail Market Study is a reference for the rail sector and is regularly referred to as a standard set of data for the rail supply industry. The main objective of the study is to create a...

19 Sep 2014

European Rail Industry Guide

This European Rail Industry Guide provides a visual overview of the impact of the European Rail sector on the European economy, mobility of European citizens and the environment. This guide contains f...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am European Rail Industry Guide This European Rail Industry Guide provides a visual overview of the impact of the European Rail sector on the European economy, mobility of European citizens and the environment. This guide contains f...

17 Mar 2014

On track to a greener transport future

The brochure On Track to a Greener Transport Future focuses on UNIFE’s vision for a greener transport system with rail as its backbone. It builds on the technical work carried out by environment-rel...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am On track to a greener transport future The brochure On Track to a Greener Transport Future focuses on UNIFE’s vision for a greener transport system with rail as its backbone. It builds on the technical work carried out by environment-rel...

24 Feb 2014

Megatrucks versus rail freight?

If you add a read more then the "read more" button will take you to an inside page. If not then it will directly download the pdf...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Megatrucks versus rail freight? If you add a read more then the "read more" button will take you to an inside page. If not then it will directly download the pdf...

05 Jan 2014

Annual Report 2013

The UNIFE 2013 Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2013 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTM...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2013 The UNIFE 2013 Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2013 (and ongoing), which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTM...

02 Jan 2012

Annual Report 2012

The UNIFE 2012 Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2012, which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS deployment,...

Add to Calendar Array 07:00 am Array 07:00 am Annual Report 2012 The UNIFE 2012 Annual Report provides information on UNIFE's activities in 2012, which include participation in numerous European Research projects, promoting European standards and ERTMS deployment,...