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Welcome to the ERA News page, your source for the latest updates and announcements from the European Union Agency for Railways. Stay informed about our activities, achievements, and key developments.

The European Union Agency for Railways (ERA) is pleased to present the EU Regulatory Framework e-learning course, designed to help you explore European railway legislation at your own pace.

Following the publication of ERA’s report Rail Resilience to Climate Change, Idriss Pagand and Eva Valeri were interviewed by the Baltic Sea–Adriatic Corridor newsletter to discuss the growing impact of climate change on Europe’s rail network.

The Agency is pleased to present this new report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the state of electrification in Europe.

The European Union Agency for Railways is deeply saddened by the tragic collision between a school bus and a train in Buggenhout, Belgium, on 26 May 2026.

APPLY BY 30 JUNE 2026 - The Awards recognise initiatives by EU decentralised Agencies and Joint Undertakings that promote inclusion, belonging and diverse working environments.

On 13 May 2026, the European Commission presented a new package of proposals aimed at simplifying rail travel across the European Union by improving ticketing systems, facilitating cross-border journeys and strengthening passenger rights.

Every year, on 9 May, Europe celebrates the values that have shaped our Union: freedom, equality, democracy and solidarity.

The revised Regulation introduces clearer transition provisions, improved alignment between legal and technical requirements, and new references supporting ETCS and ATO testing activities across the European rail system.

The Agency has introduced RSS feeds on its website, enabling users to subscribe to the content that interests them and receive updates automatically without needing to browse the site.