#discontinuous electrification

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Solving the railway electrification gap

Solving the railway electrification gap

There are many ways modern railway operators including DB, SNCF and RENFE etc., are seeking to solve the electrification gap. Traditionally  this problem has been solved by many train operators, by investment  in further electrification or to use diesel trains. Here we take a look at some of the options for solving the challenge of replacing diesel trains, currently used where electrification…

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Solving the electrification gap

Solving the electrification gap

There are many ways railway operators are seeking to solve the electrification gap. For many train operators, the option has been either to invest in further electrification or to use diesel trains. The trouble is making use of a diesel train, can produce a lot of air and noise pollution. A diesel train emits around thirty-five grams carbon emissions for every tonne of cargo, which compares to a…

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