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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

✅ Enhanced journey planning ✅ Longer booking horizons ✅ Growing ticket availability across sales channels ✅ Easier use of digital tickets across borders ✅ Better support following missed connections Read the latest rail ticketing report📝 cer.be/cer-press-re... @kaitegethoff.bsky.social

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

CER hosted the GRB plenary in Brussels, bringing together European rail associations to discuss how to shape the Single European Rail Area. Members also engaged with @erarailways.bsky.social Executive Director @oanagherghinescu.bsky.social on rail costs, simplification, safety and military mobility.

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

📸 Turn your train photos into a winning entry for the Aline Bastin #CERphotocontest 2026 Edition: 🏆Best picture in passenger rail services 🏆Best picture in rail freight services 🏆Best picture in rail infrastructure Submit your best photos 📲 cer.be/contest

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

📡Why does 2035 matter for the future of rail? Discover what #FRMCS is and why it is essential to support the next generation of digital rail operations. European railways explained in 60 seconds⬇️ #InnoTrans2026 #EUTransport

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

She will succeed Alberto Mazzola, who is concluding his mandate at CER at the end of the year after leading the association since 2021. Stockhammer-Kostelka will take up the role in January 2027, working closely with CER members to advance European railway interests. (2/3)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

European rail leaders gathered today for the CER General Assembly in Berlin, where they elected Christine Stockhammer-Kostelka as the organisation’s next Executive Director, starting in January 2027. (1/3)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

From Brussels to Berlin, the European rail sector & representatives from the EU institutions & international rail community are heading to #InnoTrans2026 Organised by Europe’s Rail JU, the journey aboard a @deutschebahn.com train provides a forum for panel discussions and bilateral meetings ⬇️

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Train travel cuts tourism-related emissions and connects travellers with less-frequented destinations & regions. A recent EU survey shows that Europeans support promoting train travel as a key step towards #SustainableTourism Explore the survey findings📝 www.cer.be/cer-press-re...

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

As the European Commission prepares an EU Strategy for #SustainableTourism, the survey findings make a strong case for railways to be included in policymakers’ plans. Read the news📝 cer.be/cer-press-re... (2/2) #EUTransport @transportenvironment.org

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

NEW🚨 | A recent EU survey shows that European citizens support promoting train travel as a key step towards making tourism in Europe more sustainable. (1/2) #EUTourism

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

CER will participate in the #EURegionsWeek to discuss the role of railways and services of general interest in strengthening territorial cohesion: 📅 14 October 2026 🕓 16:00-17:30 📍 Brussels Join us! #EURegions #RightToStay @EU_Social @EU_EESC

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Strong funding for rail transport is a must-have in the next #EUbudget Hosted by MEP Nina Carberry & #Ireland2026EU, the event brought together #EUTransport stakeholders to discuss how investment in rail is essential in EU competitiveness, resilience & sustainable growth. ➡️ cer.be/cer-press-re...

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The European Commission @ec.europa.eu @steph-sejourne.bsky.social presented today its proposal for a new EU #PublicProcurement Regulation. CER warmly welcomes the pragmatic approach to a simpler, more harmonised & future-oriented procurement framework. Read the news📝 cer.be/cer-press-re...

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

👋 Just before the summer break, Jeanne joined us as a trainee to support the CER Technical Team. We are glad to have her on board. A warm welcome to her! Follow our page for future traineeship opportunities. #EUtraineeships #EUjobs #CERtrainees

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

What do trains and ships have to do with each other? More than you might think⚓️ Watch the animation to see why a strong rail-port interface matters: youtu.be/ve06WTB5osE?... #EUPorts #RailFreight #TEN_T

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Strengthening rail connections to European ports

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

📣 On 22 September, the rail sector will reveal the winners of the #WomenInRail Award 2026 in Berlin at #InnoTrans Join us as we highlight those advancing gender equality and shaping a stronger, more inclusive European railway sector. More info📌 www.cer.be/cer-events/w...

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

📸The Aline Bastin Photography Contest 2026 Edition is now open! Turn your photos of passenger rail services, freight and infrastructure into a winning entry. 📌Read the rules and submit your best pictures by 31 October www.cer.be/contest #CERphotocontest #Trainspotter @trainstramstracks.bsky.social

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The event hosted by MEP @ninacarberrymep.bsky.social and #Ireland2026EU will examine Europe’s rail investment priorities and explore how future EU instruments can more effectively support projects across the #EUTransport network. 🗓️9 September 📍European Parliament, Brussels Save the date!

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Rail Weekend Read 📰 | Railway Gazette International on the growing concern that the European rail sector faces exclusion from the successor to the EU’s Horizon Europe R&D programme: Read the article📝 www.railwaygazette.com/research-tra... #EUTransport #EUbudget

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

As Europe revises the EU Emissions Trading System, CER calls for a more systematic use of #ETS revenues to support rail and for greater recognition of carbon avoidance in Europe's climate toolkit. Read the CER Essay on #EUETS for specific case studies📝 www.cer.be/cer-essay-se...

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Rail Weekend Read 📰 | The media outlet Global Railway Review reports on the revision of the #EUEmissions Trading System and the opportunity to encourage more predictable investment to accelerate modal shift: Read the article📝 www.globalrailwayreview.com/cer-urges-gr... #EUTransport #EUETS

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

😎 It is not only about being the most climate-friendly mode of transport, but also about fostering sustainable local economies. Let's choose #SustainableTourism, let's choose rail! #EuropeByTrain #EUTransport

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

European railways support the @EUinmyRegion initiative for a #RightToStay strategy that strengthens territorial cohesion and ensures that all citizens can genuinely choose to remain in their regions. 📌 CER Executive Director Alberto Mazzola: #RightToStay #CohesionPolicy #FreedomToStay

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

📸 Start taking your best rail pictures for the Aline Bastin #CERphotocontest 2026: 🏆 Best picture in passenger rail services 🏆 Best picture in rail freight services 🏆 Best picture in rail infrastructure Photo submissions for the 2026 edition will open in September📅

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

European railways support the development of a European 'Right to Stay' strategy to strengthen territorial cohesion and ensure all citizens can choose where they live. 📌 ŽSR Director General, Miroslav Garaj: #RightToStay #CohesionPolicy #FreedomToStay

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Rail enthusiasts, keep an eye on our social media channels. The Aline Bastin Photography Contest 2026 is coming soon. ➡️ Follow CER on Instagram and stay tuned for more information www.instagram.com/cer_railways/ #CERphotocontest #Railways #Trainspotter

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

CER Executive Director Alberto Mazzola met with @swedenineu.bsky.social Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador Åsa Webber, for a constructive exchange on advancing European rail ticketing and #EUTransport simplification.

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

CER Executive Director Alberto Mazzola exchanged views with the Hungarian Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador Katalin Molnár, on key transport topics: 👉 European Commission's rail ticketing proposal 👉 EU #HighSpeedRail Network 👉 #EUTransport simplification

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

CER has participated in the European Commission's call for evidence to ensure that essential services such as rail transport are included in the #RightToStay strategy. 🚆Recognising essential service providers is key for citizens to build their lives locally. #FreedomToStay #CohesionPolicy

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

European railways support the development of a European #RightToStay strategy to strengthen territorial cohesion and ensure that all citizens can choose where they live. 📌 CEO of Spanish railways @renfeoperadora.bsky.social Álvaro Fernández Heredia: #CohesionPolicy #FreedomToStay #ConnectingEurope

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

👋 Welcoming Krisztina to CER as an Economic Policy and Sustainability trainee! Krisztina is contributing to the association’s work on a forthcoming study and various transport-related legislative files. We are glad to have her on board🤩 #EUtraineeships #EUjobs #CERtrainees

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Access to essential services such as rail transport is crucial in giving citizens a genuine choice between staying in their area or pursuing prospects elsewhere. You can learn more about the #FreedomToStay coalition on the CER website. #RightToStay #CohesionPolicy (4/4)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

"(...) The ‘Right to Stay’ is therefore not about withdrawal, but about giving citizens the ability to thrive locally while benefitting from full European connectivity.” (3/4)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

💬Sophie Dutordoir: “Belgium’s position as an international high-speed rail hub, with Brussels as a central node, ensures that our regions are directly connected to Europe’s main cities. This strengthens access to jobs, services and tourism markets across borders. (...)" (2/4)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

European railways support the European Commission's initiative for a #RightToStay strategy that strengthens territorial cohesion and ensures that all citizens can genuinely choose to remain in their regions. CEO of Belgian railways @sncb-nmbs.bsky.social Sophie Dutordoir: (1/4)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🟣Join us in Berlin as we celebrate the winners of the #WomenInRailAward 2026. The ceremony will take place on 22 September at #InnoTrans 🏆 Women Empowerment and Leadership 🏆 R&I in Railway 🏆 Next Generation in Rail 🏆 #WomenInRail Operations

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🤝CER will continue working with all stakeholders to ensure that the rail ticketing regulation meets the operational reality of railways, while continuing to advance the sector's initiatives to improve the passenger experience. Europe? By train! (5/5) @etf-europe.bsky.social

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Consequently, this will reduce the financial resources available for rail transport and undermine the sector-wide solutions developed to improve international rail ticketing. (4/5) #EuropeByTrain

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

While further progress is still needed, the European Commission's current proposal wants to: ⚠️ Introduce mandatory distribution obligations, ⚠️ give external booking platforms greater powers ⚠️ while leaving liability with railway operators. (3/5) @kaitegethoff.bsky.social

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

As a result, passengers travelling across Europe by train are already benefiting from tangible improvements: (2/5) @magdakopczynska.bsky.social #EUTransport

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

EU regulation needs to meet operational reality👇 The European Commission's proposal to regulate #RailTicketing was discussed at @eesc.bsky.social: 5 years ago, CER members set out a long-term vision to improve the ticketing experience for passengers, with goals set for 2025 & 2030 (1/5)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🌞The CER Summer Cocktail gathered representatives from the European rail sector, policymakers & #EUTransport stakeholders. Participants heard from MEP @schieder.bsky.social, MEP Andrey Novakov, Director for Land Transport at DG MOVE Kristian Schmidt and CER Executive Director Alberto Mazzola.

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

"Railways create opportunities across Europe" Together with EVP @roxanaminzatu.bsky.social, @eesc-president.bsky.social, MEPs and SGI, CER Executive Director Alberto Mazzola discussed the role of essential services like hospitals, schools and railways in supporting the #RightToStay strategy.

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Alan Beroud: "But what seems to be the most essential, rail ensures the mobility of millions of people across Europe, offering better and better services." (4/5)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Alan Beroud: "In addition, we should not forget that the rail sector supports millions of jobs and economic growth, enabling the efficient movement of goods and businesses." (3/5)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Alan Beroud: "Rail offers exceptional environmental sustainability being drastically less carbon intensive than other modes of transport. Trains are significantly energy-efficient." (2/5)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

European Railways support the development of a #RightToStay strategy as a key instrument to strengthen territorial cohesion and ensure that all citizens can genuinely choose to remain in their regions. CEO @pkp-sa.bsky.social & CER Chair Alan Beroud: (1/5)

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CER - Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies @cer-railways.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

29 June 🔒 CER, @UITPEurope and @UNIFE will host a webinar to explore the core provisions of the Cyber Resilience Act, its scope and timeline. Learn more about the online webinar and register now www.cer.be/cer-events/n... #EUTransport #CyberResilienceAct #CyberSecurity

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