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Shanghai Metro Line 22 Trains Reach Depot

31.07.2026

CRRC Delivers Seven Trains for Shanghai Metro Line 22

Modernized Metro de Medellín train entering Caribe station

26.07.2026

Work Starts on Colombia’s First Underground Rail Station

Hangzhou Metro Line 12 train completed by CRRC

13.05.2026

CRRC completes Hangzhou Metro train for Line 12

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.

25.01.2025

Transforming Transportation with African High-Speed Rail

Morocco’s ambitious $9. 6 billion African High-Speed Rail project promises to transform transportation across the nation.
The Kanengo-Mchinji railway has significantly improved regional cargo transport, achieving record-breaking volumes in 2024.

25.01.2025

Kanengo-Mchinji Railway Boosts Regional Cargo Transport in 2024

The Kanengo-Mchinji railway has significantly improved regional cargo transport, achieving record-breaking volumes in 2024.
Nigeria’s railway system is undergoing a significant transformation, led by newly appointed NRC Managing Director Dr. Kayode Opeifa.

23.01.2025

Nigeria’s Railway Transformation: New Leadership Promises Progress

Nigeria’s railway system is undergoing a significant transformation, led by newly appointed NRC Managing Director Dr. Kayode Opeifa.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr. Kayode Opeifa as Managing Director of Nigeria Railway Corporation.

22.01.2025

Dr. Kayode Opeifa Appointed Managing Director of Nigeria Railway Corporation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr. Kayode Opeifa as Managing Director of Nigeria Railway Corporation.
Liberia’s Rail Network is on the brink of a significant transformation as U.S. firms invest heavily

18.01.2025

Liberia’s Rail Network Set for Transformative U.S. Investment

Liberia’s Rail Network is on the brink of a significant transformation as U. S.
TransNamib is pursuing modernization to improve operations and achieve financial stability by 2028

18.01.2025

TransNamib’s Modernization Plans Aim to Boost Financial Stability by 2028

TransNamib is pursuing modernization to improve operations and achieve financial stability by 2028. The company’s strategy focuses on acquiring new rolling stock and upgrading infrastructure for long-term success.