Tajikistan sees shift in railway passenger traffic
The contraction in railway passenger turnover highlights structural weaknesses in the segment amid broader transport sector growth. trend.az »
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The contraction in railway passenger turnover highlights structural weaknesses in the segment amid broader transport sector growth. trend.az »
Rail cargo transportation between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan demonstrated strong growth in 2025. The two countries are now focusing on expanding infrastructure capacity and improving logistics coordination to sustain the upward trend. trend.az »
Iran's railway sector has seen a boost in investment, prioritizing infrastructure development. The Younesi-Birjand-Milek-Zabol-Zahidan railway line, which will connect Chabahar port to Zahedan and Sarakhs, is a key project. This railway will be financed by the local private sector. trend.az »
Iran considers the establishment of a railway connection with China through Afghanistan to be of major importance for facilitating transit and cargo transportation. trend.az »
Demiryollary OJSC has announced an open international tender for the procurement of railway track superstructure materials and related equipment, inviting eligible domestic companies to participate. trend.az »
The railway is set to open new doors for regional trade and connectivity, cut transport costs, and spark economic growth across Kyrgyzstan, China, and Uzbekistan. trend.az »
Demiryollary OJSC has reannounced a tender for the reconstruction of the railway checkpoint at Sarahs Railway Station, inviting eligible Turkmen companies to submit applications and technical proposals. trend.az »
The Ministry of Railway Transport of Turkmenistan launched a tender for a feasibility study on upgrading the Ashgabat-Turkmenbashi railway corridor. trend.az »
Previously, the IFC announced that KTZ had secured up to 300 million in funding from the AIIB, IFC, and Standard Chartered. trend.az »
The Ardabil-Miyaneh railway line in northwestern Iran is expected to open by March 2026, with a possible delay until April or May. The government has allocated 30 trillion rials ($45. 4 million) for its construction. trend.az »
From January to November 2025, railway freight through the Dostyk-Alashankou border crossing between Kazakhstan and China saw a 6% uptick compared to the same stretch last year. trend.az »
Iran’s Eshraq Industrial Park in Zanjan Province has been linked to the national railway network with a nine-kilometer line built at a cost of around $5 million, improving freight efficiency and reducing logistics expenses. trend.az »
Iran plans to invest around $1.5 billion to expand its railway fleet by adding new passenger and freight cars, addressing a significant decline in car numbers since 2010. trend.az »
Iran’s railway system saves the country over $1.5 billion annually while transporting around 43 million tons of cargo and 31 million passengers each year. trend.az »
Iran says the North–South Transport Corridor is emerging as a key trade route, with officials highlighting new rail links built to connect northern Europe and Russia to the Persian Gulf and India. trend.az »
Kazakh Temir Zholy (KTZ), the national railway company, has reported a steady increase in coal deliveries from May to November 2025, surpassing last year’s performance. trend.az »
Only residents of Turkmenistan who are members of the Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs of Turkmenistan are eligible to participate. trend.az »
Iran plans to allocate around $110 million to accelerate the construction of the Chabahar-Zahedan railway, which will link the Chabahar port to the national railway network and boost freight transport and regional economic development. trend.az »
Iran is set to inaugurate two major railway lines, including the Ardabil-Miyaneh route, which will initially handle around 3 million tons of cargo and 600,000 passengers. trend.az »
Uzbekistan has revealed key plans for the Trans-Afghan Railway project, highlighting its strategic importance for regional connectivity and trade. This initiative marks a significant step forward in strengthening ties between Central and South Asia. trend.az »
Iran will spend 88 trillion rials ($152 million) on buying and repairing vehicles. Contracts with local companies will be signed on July 20. The plan includes purchasing 130 new passenger cars and repairing 140. trend.az »