Collaboration in the context of scheduled and unscheduled withdrawals 

Rail infrastructure maintenance and retrofitting require train cancellations. NS and ProRail liaise closely on the scheduling and performance of works with the aim of minimising disruption to passengers. This ranges from deploying alternatives to train transport to resolving temporary speed-limiting measures that will allow us to run closer to schedule. The demand for train replacement transport was so high over the past year that, in one case, we had to advise passengers not to travel. In some cases, when work was unexpectedly delayed, no timely alternatives could be offered. NS and ProRail are evaluating the measures to make improvements where possible. More work is planned for 2025, especially during the day.

NS and ProRail work with public transport partners to schedule works. The sector is exploring smarter ways to carry out railway works while continuing to carry passengers with the least disruption.