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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

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has resumed Lagos-Ibadan cargo rail services, easing congestion and improving logistics. This move removes trailers from roads, enhancing transportation efficiency.

16.02.2025

Nigerian Railway Corporation Revives Lagos-Ibadan Rail Freight Services

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has resumed Lagos-Ibadan cargo rail services, easing congestion and improving logistics.
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has condemned Ghana’s worsening railway crisis, citing illegal mining and encroachment as major threats. He announced urgent measures to reclaim lands and improve the sector.

15.02.2025

Ghana Faces Rail Infrastructure Crisis Amid Encroachment and Illegal Mining

Ghana’s Railways at Risk Due to Illegal Mining and Encroachment. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Lagos-Ibadan Container Rail now facilitates faster and more efficient cargo transport, reducing congestion at Apapa Port

10.02.2025

Lagos-Ibadan Container Rail Revolutionizes Cargo Transport in Nigeria

The Lagos-Ibadan Container Rail now facilitates faster and more efficient cargo transport, reducing congestion at Apapa Port.
The South African company Traxtion has signed a contract with LAR to lease locomotives for operations in Lobito Port

07.02.2025

Angola Rents Shunting Locomotives to Modernize Railway Infrastructure

The South African company Traxtion has signed a contract with LAR to lease locomotives for operations in Lobito Port. Angola is modernizing its railway infrastructure to improve logistics and accelerate freight transportation along key routes.
Canyon Resources has secured approval for an inland rail facility, advancing its bauxite project. This decision strengthens logistical operations, bringing the Minim Martap Bauxite Project closer to full production.

05.02.2025

Canyon Resources Secures Approval for Inland Rail Facility in Cameroon

Canyon Resources has secured approval for an inland rail facility, advancing its bauxite project. This decision strengthens logistical operations, bringing the Minim Martap Bauxite Project closer to full production.
China to Build a Railway Between Tanzania and Burundi.

05.02.2025

China to Build a Railway Between Tanzania and Burundi

China to Build a Railway Between Tanzania and Burundi. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
The Chinese company CRRC has completed preparations for shipping a new batch of Lagos metro trains. The local operator LAMATA reported that the modern four-car trains successfully passed factory tests.

04.02.2025

Lagos Metro Trains: A New Batch Ready for Shipment to Nigeria

The Chinese company CRRC has completed preparations for shipping a new batch of Lagos metro trains. The local operator LAMATA reported that the modern four-car trains successfully passed factory tests.
Traxtion, Africa’s major private freight rail company, expands operations into Angola with a new contract. This strategic move enhances logistics along the Lobito Rail Corridor

02.02.2025

Traxtion Expands Rail Operations into Angola with Strategic Investment

Traxtion, Africa’s major private freight rail company, expands operations into Angola with a new contract. This strategic move enhances logistics along the Lobito Rail Corridor, improving freight transportation.
Tanzania and Burundi signed an agreement with Chinese firms to build a railway for mineral exports. This infrastructure project will improve logistics, ensuring efficient nickel transportation to Dar es Salaam.

01.02.2025

Tanzania and Burundi Sign Railway Deal to Boost Mineral Exports

Tanzania and Burundi signed an agreement with Chinese firms to build a railway for mineral exports. This infrastructure project will improve logistics, ensuring efficient nickel transportation to Dar es Salaam.
The Lagos Green Line project will improve transport, connecting Marina with Lekki Free Trade Zone. This 68km rail expansion is a major step toward efficient and modernized commuting in Lagos.

01.02.2025

Lagos Green Line: New Rail Project to Boost Urban Connectivity

The Lagos Green Line project will improve transport, connecting Marina with Lekki Free Trade Zone. This 68km rail expansion is a major step toward efficient and modernized commuting in Lagos.

29.01.2025

Wabtec Secures $248 Million Locomotive Deal for Guinea’s Simandou Project

Wabtec has secured a $248 million contract for Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives and services, strengthening Guinea’s iron ore transportation network.
South African exporters are making significant investments to upgrade rail infrastructure and restore freight capacity. This initiative aims to enhance export capabilities and drive economic growth.

27.01.2025

South African Exporters Commit to Rail Upgrades for Trade Growth

South African exporters are making significant investments to upgrade rail infrastructure and restore freight capacity. This initiative aims to enhance export capabilities and drive economic growth.