by blaettler_redaktion | Jul 1, 2022 | Financing, Freight Transport Industry, Innovation
The digital automatic coupler (DAC) is much more than what its name suggests. It is the basis for the complete digitalisation and automation of rail freight transport in Switzerland – and thus a far-sighted investment in the future. Rail freight 4.0 We at VAP are...
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18.09.2022 |
by blaettler_redaktion | Sep 18, 2022
SITES Under “sites” – or multimodal logistics hubs – we group together topics on sites with highly efficient rail and road connections and infrastructure for logistics functions. This also includes free loading, terminals or sidings with warehouse...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Sep 15, 2021 | Competition in rail freight transport, Sites
VAP: Mr Grieder, what is your collaboration with the VAP like?Matthias Grieder: We have regular dealings with General Secretary Frank Furrer. For example, he is the representative of the Ristet-Bergermoos track cooperative and has represented...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Aug 22, 2022 | Freight Transport Industry, Sustainability
Should an electricity shortage actually occur in Switzerland due to the geopolitical crisis and supply bottlenecks, it is essential that freight transport customers can continue to be served. This means that the transport companies must clarify their energy needs in...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Jun 2, 2023 | Financing, Freight Transport Industry, Politics
In the summer session from 30 May to 16 June 2023, a number of industry-relevant agenda items are on the agenda. Here is a brief overview with our critical appraisal. This is what it’s all about: More financial resources for the rolling road (Rola)....
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26.09.2020 |
by cargorail-admin | Sep 26, 2020
News Blog In the VAP blog you will find current and worth knowing technical information about freight transport. Some contributions are reserved for our members. As such, log in with your login or request a new login. Gotthard Base Tunnel (#2):...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Dec 1, 2022 | Events, Sites
For the first time since 2018, the Siding Forum was held again on 15 November 2022. The speakers agreed: sidings can very well be operated successfully, as long as the operators invest money and time in planning, expertise and safety. That’s what it’s...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Feb 27, 2023 | Innovation, Operations
In step with Europe and with substantial à fonds perdu financing, the migration to DAK will succeed. We at the VAP are joining forces with the BAV, VöV, partner companies and coordinated with European institutions to develop the project for the...
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by blaettler_redaktion | Aug 26, 2024 | Financing, Freight Transport Industry, Innovation
The Committee for Transport and Telecommunications of the Council of States (KVF‑S) has concluded its deliberations on the total revision of the Goods Transport Act (GüTG). Like the Federal Council, it wants to improve the framework...
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