The Community of European Railway and Infrastructure companies
(CER) has said it opposes the proposed introduction of “megatrucks”
on European roads.
The organisation, which brings together over 70 railways
undertakings and infrastructure companies in Europe – including the
UK Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC), which works
closely with Britain’s ROSCOs – said that introducing longer and
heavier trucks on European roads would cause more
environmental damage than previously thought.
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According to a study commissioned by CER, megatrucks – which
would replace up to 30 percent of high-value and container rail
transport – would also produce an additional two million tonnes of
CO2 each year.
The European Commission is considering reviewing EU legislation
to allow megatrucks up to 25.25 metres in length and up to 60
tonnes in weight to circulate across European borders.
Currently, trucks cannot exceed 18.75 metres in length
and 44 tonnes in weight.
Antonio Fabrizio
