Uzbekistan has completed a high-speed railway line designed for Hyundai Rotem trains, marking a major milestone in its rail modernization and regional connectivity plans. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Uzbekistan has completed a high-speed railway line designed for Hyundai Rotem trains, marking a major milestone in its rail modernization and regional connectivity plans.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, left, shakes hands with a project official at the newly electrified rail line. [Photo courtesy of Uzbek President’s Office]
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected the newly electrified Urgench–Khiva segment on May 1, emphasizing the national commitment to advanced rail infrastructure and reduced travel times.

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The 465-kilometer Bukhara–Urgench–Khiva route has been fully electrified, enabling the launch of South Korean-built high-speed trains next year across key economic corridors.

Uzbekistan Partners with Hyundai Rotem to Modernize Rail

In June 2024, Uzbekistan Railways awarded Hyundai Rotem and KORAIL a $200 million contract for the delivery and maintenance of high-speed trains powered by distributed traction systems.

Each trainset consists of seven cars and accommodates 389 passengers, reaching speeds up to 250 km/h. Six units will be deployed across a network stretching 1,216 kilometers.

The upgraded route links Tashkent to Khiva, cutting travel time from 14 hours to just 7 hours and 40 minutes, a dramatic improvement in passenger convenience.

Uzbekistan Reduces Travel Time and Boosts Passenger Volume

Uzbekistan expects annual ridership to triple—from 1 million to over 3 million passengers—while freight capacity will rise sixfold to 6 million tons per year.

This project reflects Uzbekistan’s broader strategy to boost mobility, attract investment, and transform into a regional logistics and tourism hub in Central Asia.

By integrating Korean technology and international expertise, the country continues advancing its national infrastructure for long-term economic growth and efficiency.

Source: www.newsarticleinsiders.com

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