The 21st Europe Starline Network plans to incorporate 39 seats in European countries, in which the UK, Turkey and Ukraine are reached.
Dozen railway routes In recent years they have easily made trips through the borders of European countries. But a Copenhagen reflection team has now put forward The most ambitious project for the railway connections of the continent. 21st Europe Plan a The European network of high -speed trains that work like a meter.
With the name of Starline, it is intended Ultra -Cranded Links That competitor with air traffic. “The truly integrated rail system is no longer a comforting matter; this is a Strategic need for Europe In the 21st century, “Think Tank says.
“Designed as a subway system, (Starline) Changes the way Europeans feel their own continent: not a set of distant capitals, but A unique and fast operating networkOr all the connections, for people or for goods, are on hand. ” The goal is to operate the network by 2040But to what extent is your vision?
Create a “European Metro”
It is undeniable that a European railway system is very popular among passengers. “From the golden age Night trains Up to more than 400,000 users Internet annualsThe desire to travel openly and accessible is clear, “says ‘Think Tank’. However, despite the general demand, Cross -Field trips are fragmented, slow and expensive. ” Trans -European Transport Network is already underway (RTE-T) is an initiative of the EU, which aims to combine infrastructure across the continent.
However, the 21st Europe confirms that there is no “ambition and design”, which is not just as far as travelers experience, ” TicketThe contradiction of the service and the outdated stations fragmented the railway track ”but “Lost the chance to make the railway route The definition feature of Europe. “
Group considers a Design United is important for A Red Transfrontisa. “Stations have been disconnected, the design of the trains is greatly varied and the travel is considered part of the experience,” he says about the current setting. “Other types of transport, from Japanese bullet trains For Scandinavian airports, they show that the movement may be functional and iconic. “
Starline trains can join Helsink with Berlin in 5 hours
The 21st Europe Starline Network wants to connect 39 seats in European countries, which reaches the UK, Turkey and Ukraine. It is estimated that the new system will be 30% faster than road transport and Railway With trains spreading at speeds of 300-400 km / h. That means passengers can travel from Helsinki to Berlin within five hours, Instead of Journey A day Full of currently required.
“From Kiev to Berlin, Historically a night trip. Today the slow and winding route is replaced from Milan to Munichn high frequency connection Between the big economic centers ”.
Starline trains They have a dark blue design that can be easily identified. The wagans are not separated by classes, but are not separated by places for different requirements, such as quiet areas and families suitable for families. Trains will reach new Stations It is built in the suburbs of large cities, along with connections to existing urban transport systems.
The 21st Europe offers that these stations should be cultural centers RestaurantsEvents for well -designed stores and waiting areas, as well as concert halls, museums, sports facilities and events.
Best chance in Europe to achieve zero net emission objectives
21st Europe also considers Starline Ecosystem. Traffic is one of the largest climate challenges in Europe. According to the European Environment AgencyBy 2022, the sector contributed about 29% of the EU’s total greenhouse gas emissions.
Short -Status planes are default mode for millions of people High -speed train It releases up to 90% less CO2 per path.
Countries such as France and Austria have begun to control flights The “Think Tank” states that when there are rail alternatives, the short distance, but the real impact requires a “continental attitude.”
“A bold change towards the high -speed railway would be the best opportunity to meet it in Europe In 2040 zero reduction objectivesAt the same time guarantees quick and environmental movement. “
A owner model of funded with public funds
How is Starline Conscious? 21st Europe “centralized coordination of trains, experience of passengers and technology, proposes when allowing Railway operators Ways of national management according to a owner model. “
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In order to act according to the 21st Europe European structureThe Starline requires labor contracts, and must syncs security technology standards and terms. “This means that the operators are trainsMaintenance groups and station staff will be trained in the European structure shared, which will guarantee operational synchronization wherever they work. “
This is a very ambitious project, but ‘Think Tank’ believes it may be fulfilled by 2040. “Now, we started Create a network to increase the actual changePolitical leaders, designers and industrial leaders are to change their views, ”he says.
