Network Rail's Track Access Discount Policy

Monday 09 September 2024

Network Rail launched its Access Charges Discount Policy, which is open to both passenger and freight operators. Logistics UK has continually called to ensure the rail freight growth target is met and lowering or possibly removing the track access charge for new rail freight flows, helps towards this goal.

These discounts are intended to encourage the development of new services or the use of considerably under-utilised lines. For applications that qualify, the discount is for six months zero variable use charge. Logistics UK has continually called to ensure the rail freight growth target is met and lowering or possibly removing the track access charge for new rail freight flows, helps towards this goal.