The African Development Bank (AfDB) approved a $150 million loan to support SNIM’s logistics development program. The $467 million project aims to double Mauritania’s railway capacity by 2030. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

SNIM Investments: Acquisition of Locomotives and Wagons to Boost Transportation
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The primary focus is the acquisition of locomotives and wagons, including 36 locomotives and 1,743 freight wagons. Additionally, the project plans to upgrade infrastructure, add sidings, and build new stations.

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SNIM operates the country’s only railway, spanning 704 kilometers, which annually transports 14–16 million tons of iron ore to the port of Nouadhibou. Currently, the company’s fleet includes approximately 1,200 gondola cars with a load capacity of 84–97 tons and over 40 locomotives of American manufacture.

Most of SNIM’s locomotives are GPL15T and SDL40-2 models, built in the 1980s and modernized between 1993 and 2008. In 2011–2012, the company also purchased six new SD70ACS locomotives from the American manufacturer EMD.

SNIM Investments: Acquisition of Locomotives and Wagons to Boost Transportation

AfDB investments aim to improve the transport network and enhance transportation efficiency. Upgrading the railway infrastructure will facilitate increased iron ore exports, giving SNIM access to new markets.

The development of the railway network will not only improve logistics but also attract additional investments into the country’s economy. Moreover, the modernization program will create new jobs.

Developing Logistics Through the Acquisition of Locomotives and Wagons

The acquisition of locomotives and wagons is a key step in increasing transportation volumes. This will help SNIM strengthen its position in the global iron ore market.

Experts believe that upgrading the rolling stock and modernizing infrastructure is a strategic step for SNIM. It will enable the company to meet growing demand efficiently and drive the region’s economic development.

The project underscores Mauritania’s commitment to developing its infrastructure. SNIM is poised to achieve its ambitious plans to increase the railway network’s capacity.

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