Azerbaijan Buys CRRC Locomotives to Modernize Network

Azerbaijan has signed a $26 million contract with China’s CRRC Ziyang to purchase seven mainline AC50 locomotives and spare parts. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Both parties finalized all technical and commercial terms. This acquisition supports the country’s railway infrastructure modernization strategy.

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Azerbaijan Expands Its Locomotive Fleet

The new diesel locomotives will operate along the North–South international corridor and other high-demand routes with increasing freight volumes.

Authorities are also considering the purchase of 14 additional locomotives. This move addresses growing traffic and aims to improve logistics reliability.

Azerbaijan Advances Green Transport Goals

Simultaneously, the country is investing in sustainable transport. The Asian Development Bank approved a $1.25 million grant to support railway decarbonization.

The funding will help replace diesel traction with electric alternatives and implement eco-friendly infrastructure standards, reinforcing the sector’s long-term development.

With these initiatives, Azerbaijan continues to strengthen its transit capacity while reducing its carbon footprint. The strategic balance between modernization and sustainability positions the country as a regional transport leader.