British Steel rail supply for Ankara–Izmir high-speed line has been confirmed through a contract worth tens of millions of GBP for 36,000 tonnes of rail. The agreement was reported by International Railway Journal.
External financing for Turkiye’s railway infrastructure is central to Turkiye State Railways (TCDD) as it moves ahead with a railway modernisation program focused on maintenance, sustainability and efficiency across the 13,900 km network, as outlined by Railway Pro. Alongside the physical upgrades, the program also includes staff training and a digital approach aimed at integrating new technologies effectively.
The construction for the first ever electric high-speed train production and testing facility in Türkiye has already begun in the northwestern province of Sakarya.
Turkey revealed a tender plan for the Northern Railway Crossing Project, a $4 billion project that will link airports, increase freight capacity, and enhance Eurasian trade across Europe and Asia.
Körfezray Metro Line started its first tunnel excavations, the first for Kocaeli’s transportation system and opening the way toward sustainable, state-of-the-art mobility for the benefit of the industry, logistics, and city residents.
Turkiye accelerates construction on the Zangezur Corridor to strengthen trade between Asia and Europe, boosting regional connectivity and economic growth through a 224-kilometer modern railway project. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Bursa is preparing for a transportation revolution as the Ministry accelerates work on the High-Speed Train Line, designed to reshape connectivity and regional mobility across key economic hubs in Turkey. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Turkey has marked a significant milestone as the E5003, part of its E5000 series, completed its first commercial journey between Hasanbey, Eskişehir, and Sazılar, hauling 26 freight wagons over a 125-kilometer route. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Turkey’s high-speed rail network has officially transported more than 100 million passengers, marking a major milestone in the country’s modern rail era. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Aselsan has signed new contracts to supply traction systems and components for trains and trams, reinforcing Turkey’s position in the railway manufacturing sector. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Egypt is expanding its Transport Partnership with Türkiye to improve trade routes across Asia, Africa, and Europe, focusing on maritime, rail, road, and air links for efficient movement of goods and people. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The first tram from Turkish manufacturer Bozankaya has arrived in Belgrade under a $72 million contract signed with the city transport operator in 2024. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
