Global Railway Review’s latest Track Insight: Energy & Traction report explores how rail operators are responding with mixed-energy strategies that combine electrification, hydrogen, and battery solutions.

Drawing on insights from leading industry experts and operators, the report examines the technical, economic, and operational realities shaping traction decisions across modern rail networks.

Inside the report, you will discover:

• Why universal electrification may no longer be viable for every rail corridor

• Where battery and hydrogen traction deliver operational and environmental benefits

• How rail operators are managing grid capacity, depot infrastructure, and real-time operational coordination

• The unique challenges of decarbonising freight networks

Gain actionable insight into real-world rail decarbonisation strategies and emerging traction technologies.