Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) is a Brussels-based organization representing over 70 railway undertakings, infrastructure managers, and vehicle leasing companies across Europe. Founded in 1988, CER advocates for policies that promote efficient, sustainable, and competitive rail transport. The organization engages with EU policymakers to shape legislation impacting the railway sector, aiming to enhance the role of railways in Europe's transportation network and contribute to environmental sustainability.
The 2021European Railway Award was presented today to the iLINT project –the first commercial operation of fuel-cell-powered passenger trains –for providing a viable emission-free alternative to diesel on non-electrified networks.The Award was bestowed virtually during anonline edition of the annua ceremony, marking the rail sector kick-off to the European Year of Rail
