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Aerial view of the Port of Los Angeles

11.07.2026

Port of Los Angeles MOU Establishes Shenzhen Partnership

Aerial view of container terminals at the Port of Long Beach

10.07.2026

U.S. Port Import Volumes Projected to Set July Record

Archive photo of port and harbor facilities in Anchorage, Alaska

06.07.2026

Cargo Terminal 1 Advances Alaska Port Modernization

Chinese Consortium Secures $2.2 Billion Tanzania-Burundi Railway Contract.

14.03.2025

Chinese Firm Wins Tanzania-Burundi Railway Deal

Chinese Consortium Secures $2. 2 Billion Tanzania-Burundi Railway Contract.
France has granted Morocco a loan of €781 million for the purchase of 18 Avelia Horizon trains. This will support the expansion of the country’s high-speed rail network

13.03.2025

France’s Loan to Morocco for the Purchase of 18 Avelia Horizon Trains

France has granted Morocco a loan of €781 million for the purchase of 18 Avelia Horizon trains. This will support the expansion of the country’s high-speed rail network.
Ethiopian Railways Corporation and South Korean operator Korail signed a memorandum of understanding. This document strengthens the partnership between both organizations and sets the stage for future agreements.

11.03.2025

Ethiopian Railways Corporation Signed Memorandum with Korail

Ethiopian Railways Corporation and South Korean operator Korail signed a memorandum of understanding. This document strengthens the partnership between both organizations and sets the stage for future agreements.
The Ethio-Djibouti Railway actively secures a Multimodal Transport license today (27 words). This milestone positions the company as a key logistics player now.

10.03.2025

Ethio-Djibouti Railway Secures Multimodal Transport License

Ethio-Djibouti Railway Gains Multimodal Transport License. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

07.03.2025

France Fuels High-speed trains Morocco with $819M Loan

France approved a $819 million loan for High-speed trains Morocco, boosting rail upgrades. This funding targets Marrakech’s new line for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Morocco’s railway ONCF recently awarded two contracts to enhance its high-speed network. A consortium of Colas Rail and SETEC secured €250 million for the job

02.03.2025

Morocco Boosts High-Speed Rail with New Contracts

Morocco’s railway ONCF recently awarded two contracts to enhance its high-speed network. A consortium of Colas Rail and SETEC secured €250 million for the job.
The Spanish company CAF has confirmed the signing of a contract to supply new electric trains to Morocco. The total value of the base agreement is approximately €600 million, excluding options.

28.02.2025

CAF to Deliver 40 Electric Trains to Morocco under ONCF Contract

The Spanish company CAF has confirmed the signing of a contract to supply new electric trains to Morocco. The total value of the base agreement is approximately €600 million, excluding options.
Hyundai Rotem and CAF to Supply Electric Trains for Morocco’s Railways

27.02.2025

Morocco Purchases 150 New Electric Trains for Railway Modernization

Hyundai Rotem and CAF to Supply Electric Trains for Morocco’s Railways. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Hyundai Rotem has finalized a $1.5 billion train contract in Morocco, marking its biggest deal. The agreement with the National Railways Office involves delivering high-speed double-decker trains.

26.02.2025

Hyundai Rotem Secures Record-Breaking $1.5 Billion Train Deal in Morocco

Hyundai Rotem has finalized a $1. 5 billion train contract in Morocco, marking its biggest deal.
Hyundai Rotem is in the final stages of securing a contract to deliver 150 trains to Morocco. The deal includes intercity, high-speed, and regional trains, supporting long-term industry growth.

21.02.2025

Hyundai Rotem Poised to Win Landmark Train Contract in Morocco

Hyundai Rotem is in the final stages of securing a contract to deliver 150 trains to Morocco. The deal includes intercity, high-speed, and regional trains, supporting long-term industry growth.
Western Railway Mining in Algeria continues active construction, connecting Béchar and Gara-Djebilet.

20.02.2025

Opening of Western Railway Mining in Algeria: Timeline and Project Features

Western Railway Mining in Algeria continues active construction, connecting Béchar and Gara-Djebilet. The project is scheduled for completion in March 2026, in accordance with contractual obligations.
The United States remains committed to financing the Lobito rail corridor, ensuring the transportation of vital minerals from Africa’s copperbelt to Western markets

18.02.2025

Lobito corridor railway project Faces Uncertainty Amid US Aid Freeze

The Lobito corridor railway project faces uncertainty as US funding is frozen, delaying its expansion. This situation creates opportunities for global competitors, including China, to increase their influence.