construction works/projects // 9 February 2021
Working for you: The CFL engineering works in 2021

Your mobility partner For the past 75 years, CFL has been an indispensable partner for mobility in the Grand-Duchy. We are constantly on the move, doing everything to support you in your private and business life. With the aim of providing you with services tailored to your needs, we are continuing to develop and to…

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CFL Group // 2 December 2020
IN THE DRIVER’S CAB OF A KISS STADLER

The expansion of rolling stock capacity is necessary due to the extraordinary growth in the number of passengers on CFL trains. In less than 20 years, the number of train passengers has increased by 85%, from 13.5 million in 2003 to more than 25 million in 2019. The aim of CFL trains is to offer…

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CFL Group // 11 November 2020
The CFL’s winter preparations

In anticipation of winter and the resulting meteorological changes, the CFL are taking several measures regarding their trains and infrastructure. Passenger and freight trains ready for the cold weather The preparation of CFL trains for winter is not much different from that of a car. When the low temperatures drop below, the heating plays a…

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Safety // 3 November 2020
The measures that CFL are taking to prevent COVID-19

Passengers are obliged to wear a protective mask, such as medical masks, handmade masks, bandanas (“buff”) or scarves. (Communication from the Luxembourg Governement, 16th April 2020) Adaptations of the traffic plan are applied on neighbouring rail networks. Traffic plan and measures: Stay up to date with the latest information! Whenever possible, it is recommended to postpone train or bus…

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CFL Group // 30 September 2020
CFL Hybrid Bus: On the road to 100% electro mobility

As the backbone of the Grand Duchy’s public transport network and provider of a form of sustainable mobility for all, both Luxembourg employees and commuters from neighbouring countries, the CFL Group is committed to the responsible use of limited natural resources, with the aim of minimising its ecological footprint. At the same time, since the…

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Infrastructure manager // 16 September 2020
Measures and accessibility for people with reduced mobility (PRM) on the national rail network

In line with their corporate strategy focused on the well-being and satisfaction of their customers, the CFL are committed to ensuring that their services remain available to all. Therefore, in the spirit of the “Design for all” concept which, as its name suggests, promotes “multimodality for all” through several station and stop construction projects, taking…

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CFL Group // 22 July 2020
The effects of the heat and how the CFL prepare for it

It is important for travelers to reach their destination in comfort, at any time and no matter the weather. Goods transported by rail must also arrive on time. Whether passenger trains or freight trains, the CFL staff constantly ensures the smooth operation of its rolling stock. In anticipation of the summer and to prepare for…

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CFL Group // 8 July 2020
Flexi(bility) thanks to carsharing

By providing a transport service complementary to trains and buses, since its launch in 2018, the CFL Group’s carsharing service Flex, is a significant part of the Grand Duchy’s mobility offer. It meets the desire for flexibility of more than 3.000 customers. There is something for everyone, including young student drivers. The Flex carsharing offer…

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Simply explained // 24 June 2020
Travelling at your fingertips with the CFL apps

The CFL have worked on the development of two apps that can be used as travel planning assistants from A to Z for any mobile device to adapt to the changing mobility needs of passengers and provide comprehensive and convenient customer information. Travelling through Europe at your fingertips – CFL International With the new CFL…

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Safety // 11 June 2020
12th International Level Crossing Awareness Day

Since 2009, the railway community, in collaboration with a growing number of road sector organisations, has been organising an International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD – www.ilcad.org) in more than 42 countries around the world under the slogan : « Act safely at level crossings ». As in previous years, the CFL, together with the…

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// 23 January 2019

CFL apprenticeships: learning by doing

Given the uniqueness of some jobs and the variety of activities at the CFL, regular on-site practical training in addition to the classroom work environment is indispensable to develop your talents. Through various training courses, the CFL enables you to familiarise yourself with the company and its internal processes and introduces you, accompanied by enthusiastic…

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Simply explained
// 11 December 2018

Call Center and Information Service: here for you!

The CFL have several services that make it possible to provide immediate answers and personalised assistance to customers. The Call Center and Information Service  are reachable by telephone (+352) 2489 2489. The Information Service is available 7 days a week, from Monday to Saturday, 6 am to 9.30 pm. Sundays and public holidays from 8…

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Photo reportage
// 14 November 2018

Train maintenance

Just like your car, trains need regular servicing as well. To ensure the reliability of rolling stock and contribute to the punctuality of traffic on the Luxembourg and cross-border rail network, the CFL has a maintenance center, located in Bonnevoie with state-of-the-art facilities. The maintenance center covers an area of ​​about 15,000 m2, including 1,110…

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Good plan
// 6 November 2018

Illustrations of dreams

This year, the „Excursions scolaires 2018“ brochure has been illustrated by students of the Lycée des Arts et Métiers. Discover the artworks of the talented students in this gallery. Thank you so much for participating in this project.

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Non classé
// 31 October 2018

Power supply changes on line 50

The CFL took advantage of the summer holidays to do works on the Luxembourg rail network. From mid-July until September 16, line 50 was closed from Luxembourg to Arlon. On average 150 trains circulate on the this line per day. The main focus, for the nine weeks of works, has been the power supply to…

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Simply explained
// 17 October 2018

The safety line

Yellow or white, it appears most of the time in its podotactile form (tactile under feet), which means its relief allows visually impaired pedestrians to find their way around. This week, we highlight it on this blog to answer the following question: What is behind the safety line (white, yellow, podotactile), on the platforms in…

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CFL Group
// 2 October 2018

Buses, a part of the CFL well worth discovering

Although most people think of trains when it comes to the CFL, buses are also an integral part of the Luxembourg National Railway Company’s history. In 1952, the CFL bus service was created, consisting of 6 vehicles. Gradually, the CFL bus service gained importance and in 1965,  the fleet of CFL buses rose to 45…

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Photo reportage
// 19 September 2018

Barrier-free travel – the European concept “Design for all”

As part of the European Mobility Week, which takes place every year from 16th to 22nd September, the CFL, the City of Luxembourg, Luxtram, Adapth, Info-Handicap, Blanneverenegung and Verkéiersverbond organized the event “Multimodality for All” on 19th September. In this context, a “train-funicular-tram-bus” route was organized with travelers with reduced mobility and visually impaired people…

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Non classé
// 11 September 2018

Works on line 10 – Have a look!

Maintenance and modernization works of line 10 were undertaken for 3 weeks now. The works concerned the section Ettelbruck – Diekirch, but also Dommeldange, Lorentzweiler and, last but not least, Mersch. But as you know, a picture is worth a thousand words, so please have a look at this overview of the various constructions sites…

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Non classé
// 4 September 2018

railway closure – behind the scenes

The closure of a section or even a railway line can occur for plenty of unexpected reasons. First it makes us think of an equipment breakdown or any other external reason. Most of the time, nevertheless, a railway closure is planned. Such as for works, for example, a closure implies a flawless organization, especially in…

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