SNCF: fewer trains in circulation this winter in the event of serious energy shortages

SNCF is preparing for the worst. According to our information, the government has asked the railway company to study the possibilities of reducing the number of trains in circulation this winter if major electricity shortages were to occur. A request that surprised internally: “I was puzzled,” says an SNCF executive. The transport plan is adapted to the needs of travelers, no more, no less. Contacted, the company recognizes that it works on all scenarios: “None is privileged, insists the company. And none is decided. We will adapt to government requests. »