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Marmaray commuter train standing at Halkalı station in Istanbul

27.07.2026

North Istanbul Railway Tender Scheduled for 14 October

AIIB Funds Bosphorus Rail Crossing in Türkiye

22.07.2026

AIIB Backs Bosphorus Rail Crossing with Up to $1.5bn

High-speed train at a station during the Çerkezköy–Kapıkule test event

20.06.2026

Halkalı–Kapıkule project nears service after tests

External financing for Turkiye’s railway infrastructure: TCDD plan

19.01.2026

External financing for Turkiye’s railway infrastructure: TCDD plan

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.
Türkiye builds its first electric high-speed train factory

27.10.2025

Türkiye builds its first electric high-speed train factory

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.
Tender for Northern Railway Crossing to Boost Trade

01.10.2025

Tender for Northern Railway Crossing to Boost Trade

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 boosts Kocaeli’s transport future

06.09.2025

Körfezray Metro Line boosts Kocaeli’s transport future

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.

23.08.2025

Zangezur Corridor boosts Turkiye’s regional trade ambitions

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.
Countdown to Bursa’s 8-Station High-Speed Train Line Completion

27.07.2025

Countdown to Bursa’s 8-Station High-Speed Train Line Completion

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.
Turkey Marks Milestone with E5000 Locomotive

24.07.2025

Turkey Celebrates First Commercial Run of E5000 Locomotive

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.
Turkey high-speed rail network

09.07.2025

Turkey High-Speed Rail Network Surpasses 100 Million Passengers

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.
Aselsan has signed new contracts to supply traction systems and components for trains and trams, reinforcing Turkey’s position in the railway manufacturing sector

04.07.2025

Aselsan to Supply Equipment for Trains and Trams in Turkey

Aselsan has signed new contracts to supply traction systems and components for trains and trams, reinforcing Turkey’s position in the railway manufacturing sector.
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

30.06.2025

Egypt and Türkiye Strengthen Transport Partnership for Growth

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.
The first tram from Turkish manufacturer Bozankaya has arrived in Belgrade under a $72 million contract signed with the city transport operator in 2024

24.06.2025

First Bozankaya tram arrives in Belgrade for fleet upgrade

The first tram from Turkish manufacturer Bozankaya has arrived in Belgrade under a $72 million contract signed with the city transport operator in 2024.
Türasaş unveiled the nose design of its 225 km/h train at the Eurasia Rail exhibition in Istanbul, highlighting the country’s growing role in domestic rail manufacturing.

23.06.2025

Türasaş unveils train nose design for 225 km/h speed

Türasaş unveiled the nose design of its 225 km/h train at the Eurasia Rail exhibition in Istanbul, highlighting the country’s growing role in domestic rail manufacturing.