railsverkeer
Railsverkeer, or rail traffic, denotes the operation and management of trains and other rail vehicles on a railway network. It encompasses planning, scheduling, routing, and real-time control required to move passengers and freight safely and efficiently, as well as the allocation of infrastructure capacity and power supply. The term applies to national networks as well as cross-border services, and includes urban rail, regional rail, and long-distance freight corridors.
Its governance typically involves a separation of roles: an infrastructure manager who owns and maintains tracks,
Safety and regulation require certification of equipment and staff, safety management systems, and incident reporting. National
Performance is measured by metrics such as punctuality, reliability, capacity utilization, and average delay. Timetable planning