As the discussions on MFF/CEF 2028-2034 are starting, the rail sector – UIP together with AERRL, CER, EIM, UITP, and UNIFE – calls for a continuation of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for Transport. / A centralised EU programme for transport and especially, rail freight, is essential to ensure efficient coordination, prioritisation, and the successful execution of rail projects in Europe. The sector also calls for an adequate CEF transport budget, in order to complete the TEN-T network within the set deadlines and to deliver infrastructure upgrades on Europe’s rail system. (....)