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Glossary

Browse the A-Z below for some rail-specific terms that are used in this website, together with their meanings.
 

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E

ECML

East Coast Main Line

EEA State

A state within the European Economic Area, i.e. the European Union (EU) member states, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.

Enhancement schemes

Schemes to change to network outputs, usually involving construction, that improves network capacity or capability (e.g. enabling higher speeds, allowing heavier loads) relative to the level of network outputs funded at the last relevant periodic review. Usually outputs are required at specific times (in contrast to most renewals).

ERA

European Railway Agency.

ERTMS

European rail traffic management system.