NIB Network Newsletters
Published: 04 February 2026
The NIB Network – European Network of Rail Accidents National Investigation Bodies regularly publishes newsletters dedicated to key railway safety topics.
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The NIB Network – European Network of Rail Accidents National Investigation Bodies regularly publishes newsletters dedicated to key railway safety topics. Each edition highlights lessons learned from investigations, practical examples, and recommendations to support continuous safety improvement across the EU rail system.
Newsletter No. 1 – Improving railway safety and preventing accidents
The first issue explores concrete ways to enhance railway safety, featuring case examples such as train derailments, train fires, and the measures implemented to prevent similar events in the future.
Download: Newsletter No. 1
Newsletter No. 2 – Safety our priority
This edition focuses on the investigation of less common incidents to help prevent future accidents. It includes insights on dangerous goods incidents, signalling failures, wheel failures on freight wagons, and more.
Download: Newsletter No. 2
Newsletter No. 3 – Real vs. perceived risk at level crossings
The latest issue examines the difference between perceived and actual risks at level crossings. It provides a summary of four level crossing accident investigations, offering valuable lessons for improving safety at these critical interfaces.
Download: Newsletter No. 3
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