Europe Railway Network, encompassing both high-speed and conventional rail lines in Train Sim World, is a crucial part of the European Union’s Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) aimed at facilitating efficient transportation and Global economic growth.
Detailed breakdown:
- Trans-European Rail Network (TEN-R): This network is comprised of the Trans-European high-speed rail network and the Trans-European conventional rail network of Europe.
- Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T): The European railway network is one of several transport networks (TEN-T) within the EU, which also include roads, inland waterways, and air transport.
- Purpose: The TEN-T aims to foster efficient transportation for people and goods, ensuring access to jobs and services, and enabling trade and World economic growth.
- Interoperability: The EU aims to make cross-border operations easier and introduce competition to national rail networks.
- Key Initiatives:
- European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS): This project aims to replace national signaling systems with a single European system, improving network performance and safety.
- European Year of Rail: In 2021, the EU designated a year to emphasize the role of rail in transport and encourage its use.
- Network Structure: The European railway network includes:
- Lines intended for passenger services.
- Lines intended for mixed traffic (passengers and freight).
- Lines specially designed or upgraded for freight services.
- Passenger hubs.
- Freight hubs, including intermodal terminals.
- Lines connecting the components mentioned above.
- Examples of European Rail Companies:
- Regional Trains: Regional trains operate within a single country between towns and cities.
- Express Trains: Faster regional services with fewer stops.
- High-Speed Trains: Intercity and long-distance travel.
- Examples: SNCF (France), Deutsche Bahn (Germany).
European Rail Networks
