ERP is coming to life - Call for actions

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ERP is coming to life - Call for actions
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  • 2026

ERP is coming to life - Call for actions

The ERP application procedure is now open! Join ERP now!

Make your voice heard! ERFA received confirmation from the European Commission that its official endorsement of the European Railway Platform (ERP) will be published on 19 November and that there is no obstacle in proceeding with the planning of the ERP Inaugural Plenary Assembly.

As to allow sufficient time for ERP Members to apply and join it, the application procedure is already open.

As ERFA, we strongly encourage you to join ERP!

ERP is a unique forum established by the Capacity Regulation where operational stakeholders other than IMs (RUs, applicants, service facility operators, etc) can work together to develop common positions on European rules for capacity management, traffic management and performance review. ERP will act as the counterpart to the European Network of Infrastructure Managers (ENIM) which will develop the future European Frameworks and standards.

Please note the important following information on how ERP will work:

1) ERP does not replace membership in any existing association. It will bring together companies from different associations to make the voice of applicants heard in topics related to the implementation of the Capacity Regulation.
2) The annual membership fee of ERP is expected to be modest. From 2027, it will range between EUR 200 and EUR 600 (exact amount yet to be decided). It will be used to cover administrative costs.
3) Meetings will be held online. ERFA will guide you to know when it matters the most for you to take part and on which occasions you will be able to share your views.
4) Only companies can join ERP as full member. Association representing stakeholders other than IMs can also join but only as an association member, without voting rights.
5) ERFA will join ERP as an associate member. Like other associations representing stakeholders other than IMs, ERFA will be able to attend plenary meetings and will coordinate with its Members on what matters for rail freight. Associate members won’t be able to vote.
6) All ERP members will have equal voting rights. Each full member will have one vote. It is therefore crucial that private and independent rail freight companies are represented to make sure that not only passenger or former incumbent companies are active within ERP.
7) Application will be possible at any time. However, to be able to attend the inaugural ERP Plenary Assembly, you will need to submit your application for membership by 29 November 2026.

All information related to ERP are available on ERP website: https://www.erp-rail.eu/.

Once the European Commission released its official endorsement of ERP, ERFA will communicate publicly on the topic together with FTE and European associations supporting ERP.

In the meantime, we strongly encourage you to apply for ERP membership. All details on eligibility and application forms are available on ERP website: https://www.erp-rail.eu/.

Please keep in mind the following two dates:

1) Apply by 29 November 2026, to be able to attend the inaugural ERP Plenary Assembly as a member.

2) The inaugural Plenary Assembly is foreseen for 10 December 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00, online.

Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to the ERFA Secretariat.

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