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AERA Members’ meetings are held every two months, normally on the last Thursday of the month. “In person” meetings are held at the Somers Town Coffee House, 60, Chalton Street, LONDON NW1 1HS (close to Euston station) from 11:00 until 15:30 (coffee is usually available from 10:30, and lunch is included). It is normally possible to attend these by Zoom. Other meetings are by Zoom only, as shown in the...Continue Reading

AERA Members’ meetings are held every two months, normally on the last Thursday of the month. “In person” meetings are held at the Somers Town Coffee House, 60, Chalton Street, LONDON NW1 1HS (close to Euston station) from 11:00 until 15:30 (coffee is usually available from 10:30, and lunch is included). It is normally possible to attend these by Zoom. Other meetings are by Zoom only, as shown in the schedule...Continue Reading

Europe’s largest rail companies, SNCF and Deutsche Bahn, are withdrawing UK trade support, disbanding UK teams, and reducing technical assistance, risking increased car and air travel. This threatens European rail accessibility, sustainability, and Eurostar’s future, potentially losing significant sales. The industry is urged to join AERA to advocate for international rail travel. Click on the link below for full details of this shocking development….. SNCF and DB cancel support for...Continue Reading

A party of members and former members of Railfuture (the rail passengers’ organization) visited Marseille by train between May 6th and 13th, 2026. Click on the link below for details. BRITISH VISIT TO MARSEILLEContinue Reading

The 2026 European Passenger Federation took place in Maastricht, and was attended by two members of AERA. Please click on the links for more details, and for a copy of the Manifesto which was signed at the meeting. EPF Manifesto signed in Maastricht EUROPEAN PASSENGER FEDERATION 2026 CONFERENCE  Continue Reading