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European Company for the Financing of Railroad Rolling Stock

Asked by Dr Scott ArthurLabourDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 3 September 2025UIN 69649

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of accession to the EUROFIMA convention.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

The Government is committed to developing a long-term industrial strategy for rolling stock, supporting British manufacturing, fostering innovation, and enhancing the rail passenger experience. As part of this work, the Department is exploring a range of financing structures to support investment, in partnership with private finance. This includes active engagement with Eurofima to assess how its financing mechanisms could support future investment in the UK rolling stock market.

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