Rail subsidies

Rail subsidies are government funds provided to support the railway industry, helping to cover costs that might otherwise make rail transportation less affordable or competitive. These subsidies can fund infrastructure improvements, assistance for maintaining national rail networks, or support for certain routes that are less profitable but socially or economically important. Essentially, subsidies help ensure a reliable, extensive rail system, reduce fares, and promote environmentally friendly transportation by making rail travel more economically viable for operators and passengers.