FTA calls for Wales rail investment
December 2nd 2009 Wider rail tracks, greater load capacity and more freight terminals – allowing goods to be exchanged between road and track – are essential if rail freight is to achieve its true potential in Wales. The Freight Transport Association (FTA) gave this message to the National Assembly for Wales’ Enterprise and Learning Committee earlier this month.
Rail freight already plays an important role in moving bulk goods, such as aggregates and coal. However, its growing reputation as a reliable way to move manufactured goods while massively reducing carbon emissions and transport costs has made it the transport mode of choice for a growing number of businesses and retailers. More articles from Handling & Storage Solutions: | 
