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Riprap stone for the future Contrecoeur container terminal wharf

19.08.2026

How 415 Steel Sheet Piles Reached Contrecoeur

Rendering of the planned Louisiana International Terminal in Violet, Louisiana

19.08.2026

A Bridge Has Kept Mega-Ships Out of New Orleans

Railway inspectors assessing Hudson Bay Railway track and bridge infrastructure

18.08.2026

Hudson Bay Railway Maps a Path to Heavier Trains

Biden’s Vision for Africa’s Economic Future: Lobito Corridor Investment

05.12.2024

Biden Announces Major Investment in Africa’s Lobito Corridor Railway

President Biden’s $600M pledge to Africa’s Lobito Corridor railway marks a bold step toward regional development and U. S.
Chinese Railcars

05.12.2024

Chinese Railcars Strengthen Tanzania’s Railway Network

Tanzania’s Railway Corporation purchased 264 Chinese Railcars from CRRC International under a contract signed in 2022. The deal, valued at $127 million, includes critical infrastructure investments to enhance the country’s transportation system.
U.S. President Joe Biden

02.12.2024

Joe Biden Highlights The Lobito Corridor Project in Angola

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Morocco’s High-Speed Rail Project

02.12.2024

Morocco’s High-Speed Rail Project: A Game-Changer in Transport

The National Office of Railways (ONCF) advances Morocco’s high-speed rail project with a new partnership. China Gezhouba Group has secured a contract to construct six viaducts, solidifying its role in the Kénitra-Marrakech rail line development.
RATP Dev

02.12.2024

RATP Dev’s Transformative Partnership in South Africa

RATP Dev announces a transformative partnership in South Africa, boosting urban rail collaboration and innovation. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Infrastructure Development in Africa

01.12.2024

Infrastructure Development in Africa: A Strategic Vision to Spur Growth

The 8th Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) Week convened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, spotlighting bold strategies for resilient and inclusive growth.
Railway Plan

01.12.2024

Railway Plan: U.S. Counters China’s Influence in Africa

President Joe Biden begins a pivotal visit to Angola, emphasizing Africa’s importance in U. S.
Port Harcourt-Aba Rail Line

29.11.2024

Port Harcourt-Aba Rail Line Officially Transferred to Nigerian Railway Corporation

The 62-kilometre Port Harcourt-Aba Rail Line is now operational, enhancing economic growth and connectivity in the region.
the construction of the Kampala-Malaba railway

29.11.2024

Construction of the Kampala-Malaba Railway Begins in Uganda

In Uganda, the construction of the Kampala-Malaba railway, with a 1435 mm gauge, has officially begun. A ceremony took place on November 21, 2024, in Tororo, in the country's southeast.
Pesa Trains

27.11.2024

Pesa Trains Begin Operations on Ghana’s First Standard-Gauge Line

Pesa Trains have started running on Ghana’s first standard-gauge railway line, revolutionizing transport. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Tema-Mpakadan Railway

25.11.2024

Tema-Mpakadan Railway Boosts Trade and Connectivity in Ghana

Ghana officially opened the 97km Tema-Mpakadan Railway, funded with a $447m loan from India Exim Bank. This development marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s transport sector and economic integration efforts.
Tororo-Kampala Standard Railway (SGR) Project

23.11.2024

Uganda Commences Tororo-Kampala Standard Railway (SGR) Project

Uganda has officially launched the Tororo-Kampala Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project to enhance trade and connectivity.