Bulgarian State Railways

The EU is providing additional funding for the Nis–Dimitrovgrad railway modernisation totalling €134 million.This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

BDŽ has added three more Siemens Smartron electric locomotives under a contract for the delivery of ten modern units for Bulgaria’s domestic routes.

Bulgaria has launched a $11. 6 million investment to upgrade Burgas Port rail infrastructure, aiming to expand cargo capacity and strengthen links between Europe’s east and west.

Alstom has secured a major contract to deliver 35 electric Coradia Stream interregional trains to Bulgaria and provide 15 years of maintenance services, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mobility.

Bulgaria Finalizes Deal for 35 New Electric Trains in Major EU-Funded Modernization Push. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Sofia Central Station hosted tests of the shunting locomotive MDD4 12 years ago. BDZ tested this model in 2013 for shunting operations.

Bulgaria Implements Urgent Railway Safety Measures. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alstom Secures Major Train Supply Contract with Bulgaria. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The Bulgarian company Express Service OOD has announced the delivery of two more ES3000 battery locomotives to the Ministry of Transport of Bulgaria.

The recent train crash near Lokorsko has triggered significant leadership changes in Bulgaria’s railway sector. Two executives resigned, prompting temporary appointments to stabilize operations amid ongoing criticism.

Reforms for Bulgarian State Railways Become Top Priority Under New Leadership. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Škoda will supply RegioPanter electric trains to Bulgaria, enhancing transportation on the country’s key northern routes.