NDTAC bonus for RUs that use quiet freight wagons

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Article: NDTAC bonus for RUs that use quiet freight wagons

With the introduction of noise-differentiated track access charges (NDTAC), DB Netz AG is creating incentives for the use of quiet freight wagons.

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In the interest of local residents and the environment, Deutsche Bahn has set itself the goal of significantly and permanently reducing train noise by 2020. A universal effect is achieved by reducing noise directly on wagons. With the incentives from the NDTAC, DB Netz AG is therefore promoting the upgrading of existing freight wagons to low-noise brake technologies.

After 8 years, the NDTAC expired on December 12, 2020. The railway noise mitigation act has been implemented as a follow-up to NDTAC since December 13, 2020.