pressAlignments with the RFG Manifesto

Last month the Rail Freight Group (RFG) unveiled it’s ‘Delivered by Rail Freight’ manifesto, a new cross-industry campaign emphasising rail’s critical role in transporting essential goods throughout Great Britain. The manifesto underscores the mutual commitment of the government and all the key rail freight players in the drive to shift more freight from congested roads to the rail network, enhancing economic, environmental and regional outcomes in line with government objectives.

Maggie Simpson OBE, Director General RFG said; “Rail freight benefits everyone, whether it’s a turning on the lights, shopping or enjoying a glass of wine. Expanding rail freight across the nation will facilitate the transition of essential goods to rail, bolstering both the economy and the environment. The rail freight sector is committed to growth and is investing in facilities, equipment, technology, people and skills. We are calling on the incoming government to match this ambition through interventions that can help rail freight thrive.”

At RailX we continue to work collaboratively across the industry to support programmes that transition road activity to rail. We believe future facing brands should consider rail as the preferred mode of choice when reviewing freight movements inland. Our new Rail First campaign aligns perfectly to the RFG manifesto, seeking commitment directly with UK freight forwarders to adopt a more rail centric service solution. We look forward to continuing to influence behavioural change working alongside RFG and in support of government carbon reduction and net-zero-targets.

View the manifesto here