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FROM THE SILK ROAD TO A TRUST ECONOMY, FROM THE SILK ROAD TO A TRUST ECONOMY, VIA ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT CORRIDORS
 

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The Trans-Caspian Route Follows the Path of the North–South ITC The Trans-Caspian Route Follows the Path of the North–South ITC Read →
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Customs Awaiting Transit Customs Awaiting Transit Read →
The Trans-Afghan Project Takes On Concrete Shape The Trans-Afghan Project Takes On Concrete Shape Read →
BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries

Historical Chronicles

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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries The Establishment and Development of Railways in Thailand (1893–Present)

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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries The Establishment and Development of Railways in Nigeria (1895–Present) Read →
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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries The Establishment and Development of Railways in Malaysia (1885–Present)

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Kazakhstan’s Kazakhstan’s Pragmatic Path in Afghanistan Read →
Of Bridges and Corridors Of Bridges and Corridors Read →
EASTWARD AND IRREVERSIBLE EASTWARD AND IRREVERSIBLE

Or: how did the year's flagship international event unfold—and what do rails, sleepers, and Saudi Arabia have to do with it?

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Russia’s Soft Power Russia’s Soft Power Read →
Railcar Turnaround Hands Containers an Edge Railcar Turnaround Hands Containers an Edge Container traffic on the Russian Railways network rose 1.9% in January–May compared with the same period last year. Read →
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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries The Establishment and Development of Railways in–Present Cuba (1837–Present)

Historical Chronicles

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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries The Establishment and Development of Railways in Vietnam (1881–Present)

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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries

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BRICS Space. Partner Countries BRICS Space. Partner Countries

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Changes in China's logistics market: Changes in China's logistics market:
the consolidation of companies in China-Europe rail container transportation
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Eurasian logistics market update. May 2026 Eurasian logistics market update. May 2026 The last two weeks at a glance Read →
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Iran War Boosts $10 Billion Kazakh Rail Plan Linking EU to China Iran War Boosts $10 Billion Kazakh Rail Plan Linking EU to China Read →
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Not Tariff Relief, but a Package of Measures Not Tariff Relief, but a Package of Measures Read →
Experts Take a Closer Look at the Corridors Experts Take a Closer Look at the Corridors Read →
THE INDEX WILL SHOW THE WAY THE INDEX WILL SHOW THE WAY Read →
One Country’s War Is Another’s Workday One Country’s War Is Another’s Workday Read →
Belarusian Railway Is Ready for Change Belarusian Railway Is Ready for Change Read →
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Measures to stimulate connections Measures to stimulate connections between the EU and Central Asian countries along the TITR/TRACECA corridor

The development of the TITR/TRACECA corridor reflects the trend toward diversification of China-Europe-China freight flows

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Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The Establishment and Development of Railways in Indonesia (1867–Present) Read →
Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Read →
Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Read →
Eurasian logistics market update. April 2026 Eurasian logistics market update. April 2026 The last two weeks at a glance Read →
BRICS: CREATING INDEPENDENT CORRIDORS BRICS: CREATING INDEPENDENT CORRIDORS LOGISTICS INSIGHTS. Issue 35. Read →
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Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Тhe BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Creation and Development of Railways in the UAE (2009 to Present)

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The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Creation and Development of Railways in Iran (1888–Present) Read →
St. Petersburg Hosts Discussions on the Europe-Asia Transport Corridor St. Petersburg Hosts Discussions on the Europe-Asia Transport Corridor Read →
For Whom the Steam Whistle Tolls For Whom the Steam Whistle Tolls

Or what befell Iran's railways on the night of April 8, as the Gulf conflict raged on — and just as a ceasefire began to seem within reach, from the Strait of Hormuz and beyond.

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The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles
Creation and development of railways in China (1876 – Present)


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The BRICS space: Historical chronicles The BRICS space: Historical chronicles Creation and development of railways in Russia (1992 - present time) Read →
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The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Creation and development of railways in the Republic of South Africa (1858 - today). Read →
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The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Creation and development of railways in India (1853–Present) Read →
The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Read →
The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Read →
The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles The BRICS Space: Historical Chronicles Creation and development of railways in Brazil (1854–Present) Read →
Eurasian logistics market update. March 2026 Eurasian logistics market update. March 2026 The last two weeks at a glance Read →
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Ships no longer enter this harbor Ships no longer enter this harbor LOGISTICS INSIGHTS Issue 26

How has Eurasia's connectivity transformed over 12 days of Middle East conflict— or where one can neither fly nor reach

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“The Field of Miracles: Where Billions Are Planted, But Will “The Field of Miracles: Where Billions Are Planted, But Will Or A Brief Risk Analysis of Transport and Logistics Infrastructure Projects

LOGISTICS INSIGHTS. Issue 28.

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All Aboard for Grain All Aboard for Grain

Siberian grain export volumes have already set a historic record this season.

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Rail container transportation Rail container transportation Read →
Accelerating the Launch of New Agricultural Routes Accelerating the Launch of New Agricultural Routes Read →
Eurasian logistics market update. February 2026 Eurasian logistics market update. February 2026 The last two weeks at a glance Read →
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The Core Mission of International Activities: The Core Mission of International Activities: Creating Conditions for Foreign Trade Transportation Read →
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Diplomatic Approaches Diplomatic Approaches
Russia is pursuing a sustained and systematic approach to reopening transport corridors across the South Caucasus region.

Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk made the announcement on February 12.

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India and the EU Establish a Tariff Mechanism India and the EU Establish a Tariff Mechanism

U.S. President Donald Trump has simultaneously introduced preferential tariff treatment for India.

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TELL ME WHO YOUR FRIENDS ARE: DECODING THE FREIGHT DYNAMICS TELL ME WHO YOUR FRIENDS ARE: DECODING THE FREIGHT DYNAMICS Read →
Digital Cargo Footprints Digital Cargo Footprints
Starting February 11, electronic navigation seals for tracking goods shipments across the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) territory will enter full-scale operation.

Devices can be applied and removed at 48 stations across Russia.

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Russian Railways to Exchange Expertise with Brazilian Partners Russian Railways to Exchange Expertise with Brazilian Partners Read →
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The European Rail Sector: The European Rail Sector: Current Conditions and Trends along the China – Europe – China Route Read →
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Eurasian logistics market update. January 2026 Eurasian logistics market update. January 2026 The last two weeks at a glance Read →
The Power of Transport Diplomacy: How Iran Is Strengthening Its Influence in Central Asia The Power of Transport Diplomacy: How Iran Is Strengthening Its Influence in Central Asia Read →
Slow and Steady Wins the Race Slow and Steady Wins the Race

This is a strategy that proves especially prudent amid economic headwinds.

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State subsidies State subsidies for container rail transport in China:

experience, current status, and development prospects

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Three for One: A Unified Approach in Chinese Logistics Three for One: A Unified Approach in Chinese Logistics Read →
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EAEU Expands Transit Corridors EAEU Expands Transit Corridors The agreement on a unified customs transit system between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and third countries is set to be ratified soon.

This agreement is expected to enhance Russia's role as a key transit hub in Eurasia and strengthen its influence in regional integration efforts.

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Dubai stevedore enters North–South corridor Dubai stevedore enters North–South corridor Russian Railways and DP World, the world's largest port operator based in Dubai, UAE, are poised to enhance their collaboration. Read →
The Silk Road Goes Iron The Silk Road Goes Iron Read →
From the North–South corridor to the Eurasian Transport System From the North–South corridor to the Eurasian Transport System Read →
Russia and Kazakhstan Making History Russia and Kazakhstan Making History Railway export shipments through Russian-Kazakh border crossings have achieved unprecedented volumes.

The January–October period saw shipments increase by 7.2% year-over-year, reaching a total of 25.5 million tons.

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Russian Railways (RZD) and Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) Russian Railways (RZD) and Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) are deepening their partnership as part of the broader Eurasian transport integration initiative.
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Eurasian logistics market update. Eurasian logistics market update. November 2025 Read →
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Grain Hopper Cars Cross Borders Grain Hopper Cars Cross Borders For the first time in 35 years, a shipment of grain has been delivered from Russia to Armenia via Azerbaijan. The transportation was organized by Russian Railways. Read →
Red Light for the Dollar: Red Light for the Dollar:

How Russia and Iran Are Translating Technological Readiness for Payment Sovereignty into Bilateral Trade Practice

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Rail freight volumes see seasonal uptick Rail freight volumes see seasonal uptick

October saw a modest 0.1% growth in loading activity, bringing the total to 96.9 million tons.

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Eurasian logistics market update. October 2025 Eurasian logistics market update. October 2025
Main insights for the second half of October 2025

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Moscow Sends Out Signals to Develop Unified Network Moscow Sends Out Signals to Develop Unified Network Read →
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Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Finds Compromise Format for Cooperation with Russia and China Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Finds Compromise Format for Cooperation with Russia and China Read →
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Signing of Trilateral Memorandum Signing of Trilateral Memorandum of Understanding on Railway Transportation Between Iran, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan: 

Facilitating Iranian Rolling Stock Movement in the Region

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Betting on the Hejaz Corridor Betting on the Hejaz Corridor Read →
E-Commerce in Russia and China: E-Commerce in Russia and China: Read →
The Future of Transportation Projects After the Israel-Iran War The Future of Transportation Projects After the Israel-Iran War Read →
The Long Road Ahead The Long Road Ahead The Russian government is developing a strategy concept to ensure the country's connectivity through 2050. Read →
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Where North meets South Where North meets South
Russian Railways (RZD) and Kazakhstan Temir Zholy plan to sign agreements on developing the eastern branch of the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and interstate border crossing points by year-end.

The 16th meeting of the joint working group on strategic cooperation in Vladivostok discussed these documents.

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Russia Fills Prescriptions for Importing Countries Russia Fills Prescriptions for Importing Countries

 

Russia could break into the top 10 pharmaceutical exporters worldwide by 2030, according to market analysts.

This projection stems from recent pharmaceutical export shipping data.

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Pakistani Trains to Turkey Will Travel Via Iran Pakistani Trains to Turkey Will Travel Via Iran Read →
How the steel was joined How the steel was joined

Yesterday (September 10, 2025), Saint Petersburg began welding the first rails for the Moscow-Saint Petersburg high-speed railway.

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Government Sets Railway Development Priorities Government Sets Railway Development Priorities
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has signed a Comprehensive Plan for developing transport, energy, telecommunications, social and other infrastructure through 2036.
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Foreign Investors to Receive Tax Benefits Foreign Investors to Receive Tax Benefits
International Advanced Development Territories (IATDs) begin operations on January 1, 2026. The regulatory framework is ready, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced during the plenary session at the Eastern Economic Forum.

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Big Plans for the Far East Big Plans for the Far East Read →
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Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in the first half of 2025 Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in the first half of 2025 Read →
Trade and Transport Logistics Relations between Russia and China Trade and Transport Logistics Relations between Russia and China Read →
Trade and Transport Logistics Relations between Russia and China Trade and Transport Logistics Relations between Russia and China Read →
Eurasian logistics market update Eurasian logistics market update Main insights for the second half of August 2025 Read →
Russia and India: Russia and India:
bringing a new dimension to the transport and logistics aspect of brotherly friendship

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Russia, Iran discuss Rasht-Astara railway Russia, Iran discuss Rasht-Astara railway
as Moscow signals stance on 'Trump corridor'
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Eurasian logistics market update. Eurasian logistics market update. Main insights for the second half of July 2025 Read →
A Strategic Transit Link A Strategic Transit Link

In an exclusive interview with 1520International, Azamat Sakiev—CEO of Kyrgyz Temir Zholu, the national railway company operating under the Ministry of Transport and Communications - shared insights into the country's railway operations.

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Integration into transport corridors Integration into transport corridors Read →
Trends in mutual trade and transport logistics between Russia and China Trends in mutual trade and transport logistics between Russia and China Read →
Eurasian logistics market update. Eurasian logistics market update. Main insights for the first half of July 2025 Read →
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Russian bidders join race for royal projects Russian bidders join race for royal projects

Saudi Arabia, named as the partner nation for "Innoprom-2025" this year, is keen to develop partnerships with Russia in a range of industries.

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Eurasian logistics market update Eurasian logistics market update Main insights for the second half of June 2025 Read →
A vital factor shaping Uzbekistan’s economy A vital factor shaping Uzbekistan’s economy Read →
Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Read →
Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Part three

Greater Eurasian Partnership as an integration of integrations

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Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Part two

Outline of the Greater Eurasian Partnership Read →
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Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Greater Eurasian Partnership: Theory and Practice Part one

Introduction. The Idea of Greater Eurasia

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Addressing Regulatory Flaws Addressing Regulatory Flaws Amendments to the Customs Code of the Eurasian Economic Union are set to take effect this year. These changes address inconsistencies and administrative hurdles in the existing framework. Read →
Overcoming infrastructure barriers to the development of the International North-South Transport Corridor Overcoming infrastructure barriers to the development of the International North-South Transport Corridor Read →
Destination North Destination North Read →
Russia to Supply Meat and Grain to Indonesia Russia to Supply Meat and Grain to Indonesia Russia stands ready to boost food exports to Indonesia. Transport companies confirm that the necessary logistics infrastructure is already in place. Read →
The Northern Sea Route as a key Russian transport corridor: strategic importance and development prospects The Northern Sea Route as a key Russian transport corridor: strategic importance and development prospects The development of the NSR is intended to provide another link between Asia and Europe Read →
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Making the Most of Time Making the Most of Time The TransRussia 2025 International Exhibition saw the signing of several important agreements on the development of the transportation industry in various areas. Read →
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Train route between Iran and Turkey reestablished Train route between Iran and Turkey reestablished Read →
KTZ's Journey into the Future: KTZ's Journey into the Future: Read →
Sustainable development Sustainable development Read →
India is establishing a foothold in Central Asia. India is establishing a foothold in Central Asia. The first container train departed from Port Mundra (India) to Sorokovaya station (Astana, Kazakhstan) Read →
Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2024 Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2024 The continuing upward trend in the volume of transit freight transported along the China-Europe-China route reflects the recovery of traffic and the return of shippers to continental routes. Read →
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Every third ton is international… Every third ton is international… Read →
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The transit potential of the Ufa Railway is very great... The transit potential of the Ufa Railway is very great... Last year, Ulaanbaatar Railway JSC achieved record transportation figures. Read →
A new stage of growth A new stage of growth Read →
Kabul bets on iron Kabul bets on iron Read →
The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and other promising corridors in Central Asia The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and other promising corridors in Central Asia Read →
Olya will strengthen the North–South MTK Olya will strengthen the North–South MTK A new checkpoint will open in the Astrakhan region, which will increase the transshipment of goods for the North-South ITC. Read →
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Careless touch Careless touch Possible US trade duties will cause a change in demand for container transportation and a correction in their cost Read →
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The 2025 Vision: Swift, Smart, and Sustainable Supply Chains The 2025 Vision: Swift, Smart, and Sustainable Supply Chains The acting CEO of JSC “Russian Railways Logistics” Oleg Poleev about adapt to consigners’ needs  Read →
Leverage for the car market Leverage for the car market Read →
Transparent streams Transparent streams Read →
From theory to practice From theory to practice Results 2024 for BRICS transport industry

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Useful connections Useful connections Development of international transport corridors supports the economy

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Tehran–2024 Tehran–2024 Read →
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Networks in exchange for transit Networks in exchange for transit Russia and Azerbaijan will develop MTK North-South on the principle of «take or pay» Read →
The Emirates will become a logistics hub for the North-South MTK The Emirates will become a logistics hub for the North-South MTK Read →
Afghanistan is getting closer Afghanistan is getting closer Read →
Cargo will travel by train from Russia to Pakistan Cargo will travel by train from Russia to Pakistan The rail link between Russia and Pakistan can be launched in test mode already next year  Read →
Pakistan is asking to enter the corridor Pakistan is asking to enter the corridor The number of participants in the North-South ITC may increase

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Terminal for the growth of cargo traffic Terminal for the growth of cargo traffic Read →
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Growth points, tariffs and cargo base Growth points, tariffs and cargo base
Institute of Economy and Transport Development assessed the potential of MTK North-South
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Shanghai Railway Workers Organization Shanghai Railway Workers Organization Read →
Digital Cross-Border Payments Digital Cross-Border Payments Read →
Unified operator of the North–South corridor Unified operator of the North–South corridor Russian and Kazakh railways have developed an action plan to coordinate trans-Eurasian transportation Read →
MTK North – South received a superstructure MTK North – South received a superstructure A special representative and a working group for its development have appeared in Russia Read →
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Each passenger counts Each passenger counts

Russian Railways received the Movement Formula Award for the best transport digitalization solution.

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New incentives for the North–South corridor New incentives for the North–South corridor Russia is developing measures state support for the development of the corridor Read →
The key rate of Russian Railways The key rate of Russian Railways Read →
The space for maneuver The space for maneuver Read →
The October Revolution The October Revolution Vladimir Putin sets tasks for the development of the transport industry Read →
India plans to transport raw materials from Mongolia via UBZhD India plans to transport raw materials from Mongolia via UBZhD Read →
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Export castling Export castling Fertilizer exports are growing due to increased fertilizer production in Russia and demand in foreign markets Read →
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The way through the ice The way through the ice Why Russia needs railways in the North Read →
Express International Express International Read →
Streamlined registration process Streamlined registration process Read →
The Northern Sea Route is gaining strength The Northern Sea Route is gaining strength Logistics operators have paid attention to the transport artery beyond the Arctic Circle Read →
BRICS expansion and integration in the field of transport BRICS expansion and integration in the field of transport The development of railways is the most important element in realizing the transport potential of the association Read →
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Russian technologies on Indian roads Russian technologies on Indian roads Joint Russian-Indian plant for the production and maintenance of Vande Bharat electric trains opens Read →
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The main routes of the BRICS: numbers and maps The main routes of the BRICS: numbers and maps Where billions of tons of cargo are being transported. Overview of the main transport channels between the countries of the Association Read →
World trade statistics World trade statistics Read →
The Gateway to Greater Eurasia The Gateway to Greater Eurasia Read →
Despite the shifting geopolitical landscape Despite the shifting geopolitical landscape

The development plans of JSC NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (JSC NC KTZ) are of great interest to the 1502international audience. We contacted the press service of the Kazakh company with a request to answer a few questions.

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Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in the first half of 2024 Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in the first half of 2024 Read →
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The role of BAM in the development of the country's economy The role of BAM in the development of the country's economy Read →
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The North-South corridor. Export and import The North-South corridor. Export and import

The Baltic-Indian Ocean International Transport Corridor: Russia's Import and Export Landscape

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Digital solutions for expanding EAEU’s railway transit potential Digital solutions for expanding EAEU’s railway transit potential Read →
BRICS+ countries are building a transport framework BRICS+ countries are building a transport framework Read →
JSC Ulan-Bator Railway (UBZD) has completed the next stage of development of the Russia–Mongolia-China railway corridor JSC Ulan-Bator Railway (UBZD) has completed the next stage of development of the Russia–Mongolia-China railway corridor Read →
A new chapter in the development of China–Europe railway connection A new chapter in the development of China–Europe railway connection The first intermodal container service has been arranged, offering an integrated shipping schedule from Southern China, across Russia, to destinations in the European Union Read →
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BRICS’ ranks swell as new countries come onboard BRICS’ ranks swell as new countries come onboard The BRICS integration platform was established to foster mutually beneficial partnerships, sparking genuine global interest and attracting an increasing number of new members. Read →
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Russian Railways Logistics is gaining a foothold in the African and Persian Gulf markets Russian Railways Logistics is gaining a foothold in the African and Persian Gulf markets Read →
Structural change Structural change Read →
The Moscow-Beijing train picking up speed The Moscow-Beijing train picking up speed Read →
North-South International Transport Corridor becomes a priority for Global South states North-South International Transport Corridor becomes a priority for Global South states The countries of the Middle East, including the Arabian Peninsula, have started to consider the prospects of the route connecting the Arctic with the Indian Ocean Read →
India inks 10-year deal to operate Iran's Chabahar India inks 10-year deal to operate Iran's Chabahar Read →
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Transport as a driver for the country's development Transport as a driver for the country's development What will the new national Transport project look like: experts' forecasts and the expected global effect Read →
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How a project-based approach serves to optimize railroad logistics How a project-based approach serves to optimize railroad logistics JSC Russian Railways utilizes a unique mechanism to efficiently manage project work Read →
Red Sea crisis: Impact on maritime and overland cargo traffic Red Sea crisis: Impact on maritime and overland cargo traffic Read →
The G20: a destination for a billion tons of cargo The G20: a destination for a billion tons of cargo Read →
Enhancing the Dynamics of Belarusian Export Activities Enhancing the Dynamics of Belarusian Export Activities Read →
Diversification of cargo flow from Kyrgyzstan to Russia and Belarus Diversification of cargo flow from Kyrgyzstan to Russia and Belarus Bilateral trade between Kyrgyzstan and Russia amounted to $2,930.7 million in 2023 Read →
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Integration into a shared network Integration into a shared network

Uniform transportation rules and technologies are in place for 16 Eurasian states

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China's logistics potential. Top trends and predictions for 2024 China's logistics potential. Top trends and predictions for 2024

Russia has stormed to the top 5 of the PRC's economic partners

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Routes to the Pacific: APEC members transport 7.1 billion tons of cargo and over a trillion passengers by railroad Routes to the Pacific: APEC members transport 7.1 billion tons of cargo and over a trillion passengers by railroad Read →
Transportation is adapting to new economic conditions Transportation is adapting to new economic conditions Read →
Railroaders with an accent: the specialties foreign students choose to study at Russian industry universities Railroaders with an accent: the specialties foreign students choose to study at Russian industry universities Double degree programs, status conferences, virtual simulators, and other perks Russian Railway education offers Read →
A cold chain will link Moscow with China A cold chain will link Moscow with China A new transcontinental transit service has been launched for meat producers Read →
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How rail thoroughfares operate in Eurasia How rail thoroughfares operate in Eurasia Sergey Pavlov, First Deputy General Director of Russian Railways, explores the increasing significance of international transport corridors in an interview with 1520International Read →
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Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO): Enhancing Transport and Logistics Connectivity Across Member Territories Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO): Enhancing Transport and Logistics Connectivity Across Member Territories

An overview of railway operations in the member states of the largest economic unions. A new joint analytics and information project by 1520International and Institute for Transport Economics and Development (IEDT).

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Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2023 Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2023 Read →
BRICS: Coordinated development of transport and logistics corridors BRICS: Coordinated development of transport and logistics corridors Read →
Rail services to ensure food security Rail services to ensure food security

In 2023, exports of various agro-industrial products transported through the Eurasian Agroexpress project increased by more than 6% year on year.

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EAEU, BRICS, SCO railway services EAEU, BRICS, SCO railway services

An overview of railway operations in the member states of the largest economic unions. A new project by 1520International and Institute for Transport Economics and Development (IEDT). EAEU - Joint Integration into the World Network.

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An invitation to explore An invitation to explore Read →
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Coordination in a single direction Coordination in a single direction Construction of Eurasia’s railroad infrastructure is picking up speed  Read →
From Chelyabinsk to China From Chelyabinsk to China Read →
Entering promising markets Entering promising markets Read →
Cargo flows between Uzbekistan and the European Union: opportunities and constraints for rail transit Cargo flows between Uzbekistan and the European Union: opportunities and constraints for rail transit Mutual trade between the EU and Uzbekistan by type of transportation for the 9 mounts of 2023. ERAI Analytical Review. Read →
Potential for growth Potential for growth The North-South ITC is providing Russia consumer goods from foreign countries Read →
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Multidimensional logistics Multidimensional logistics

Uzbekistan continues to develop its international transport corridors

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Russians choose the railway services Russians choose the railway services

Domestic railway tourism on the rise in Russia

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Containers to gain significance on the market Containers to gain significance on the market Read →
From Murmansk to Mumbai in 15 days From Murmansk to Mumbai in 15 days Read →
Tour for New Year's Eve Tour for New Year's Eve A Russian business extends the reach of its services internationally Read →
Stop the "flickering" of containers. How to overcome the local TEU deficit Stop the "flickering" of containers. How to overcome the local TEU deficit Objectively speaking, there are fewer 20-foot containers on the market today than operators need Read →
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Transportation and Logistics Industry Technologies Transportation and Logistics Industry Technologies Transit container train consolidation is providing a means for improving services quality in the 1,520-mm space Read →
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Turn to the East: China's cargo flow to Russia in 2023 and challenges to the transport system Turn to the East: China's cargo flow to Russia in 2023 and challenges to the transport system Cargo traffic between Russia and China has grown to 128 million tons and other trends in global logistics in Eurasia. ERAI rating based on the results of 9 months of 2023
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Russian Railways develops railroad partnership with Belarusian Railway Russian Railways develops railroad partnership with Belarusian Railway Read →
The Zabaykalsky Krai is attracting investments The Zabaykalsky Krai is attracting investments Read →
A Country of Great Transit Potential A Country of Great Transit Potential National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, JSC (NC KTZ, JSC), plays an active part in the creation of Eurasia’s new transport framework Read →
Keep the level of service quality and reduce costs Keep the level of service quality and reduce costs Chairman of the Board of UTLC ERA
Alexey Grom about achievements of company
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Historical Chronicle: Pavel Ivankin speaks to the progress and evolution of railroads within the 1,520-gauge space Historical Chronicle: Pavel Ivankin speaks to the progress and evolution of railroads within the 1,520-gauge space Excerpts from the book written by the renowned expert. 1992: how the network was successfully maintained in the face of challenging times Read →
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An International Initiative An International Initiative The Russian government is looking into granting increased subsidies to compensate for goods transportation costs over the North-South Corridor. Read →
Moscow draws new services Moscow draws new services Read →
Partners Leg Partners Leg Read →
Indian accent Indian accent The North-South ITC is in the focus of attention of many shippers Read →
The Transportation Framework of Multipolarity The Transportation Framework of Multipolarity Cooperation within the bounds of the EAEU and BRICS is fostering the growth in trade between the member countries Read →
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The Icy Silk Road The Icy Silk Road Lavna port will serve as a Northern Sea Rout junction point and will be part of the Murmansk transportation hub. Read →
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From Intern to Key Employee From Intern to Key Employee Advanced programs and virtual reality: UTLC ERA improves employee training methods Read →
The geography of BRICS is expanding on a global scale The geography of BRICS is expanding on a global scale Read →
Belarusian timber gone global via St. Petersburg Belarusian timber gone global via St. Petersburg Read →
Russian Railways (RZD) is headed for the equator. Russian Railways (RZD) is headed for the equator. Russia is excited to announce it will soon be sharing its experience on the African continent Read →
The New Reality Guides the Way The New Reality Guides the Way Partnership is proving instrumental in incorporating new cargo delivery services  Read →
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Special Cargo Categories in Need of Priority Handling Special Cargo Categories in Need of Priority Handling Ports have provided Russian products to the international market  Read →
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Shipments Embarking beyond the Arctic Circle Shipments Embarking beyond the Arctic Circle The railroad transportation junction for inbound Murmansk port shipments is now 80% ready. Read →
Introducing a Brand-New Service for Customers Introducing a Brand-New Service for Customers Read →
China Just Got a Little Bit Closer China Just Got a Little Bit Closer Read →
The trade barriers will come tumbling down The trade barriers will come tumbling down The introduction of a free trade zone (FTZ) with Mongolia will have a positive impact on the operation of the Eastern Polygon. Read →
The Road to Green Technology The Road to Green Technology The electrification of India's railroads has reached the final stage Read →
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Single Track Connection Single Track Connection The pre-project study of the feasibility of the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan railroad’s construction has been finalized. Read →
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Exports to take off Exports to take off The development of the strategic corridor will help take domestic products to markets abroad


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Eastward Bound Refrigerated Containers Eastward Bound Refrigerated Containers


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All hands to the port! All hands to the port!


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Stage-by-stage development of the route Stage-by-stage development of the route Russia is shaping the development of the transport corridor Read →
A springboard for development A springboard for development The operators have agreed to join forces to develop their services further Read →
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The North-South freight volumes soar The North-South freight volumes soar Efforts by Russia, Iran, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan have led to the increase of transit volumes along the eastern route of the corridor Read →
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A tandem with a subsidiary A tandem with a subsidiary A Russian company launches a container shipping service to South Korea Read →
Strictly to the East Strictly to the East Read →
Corridor for investments Corridor for investments Read →
Intermodal transportation service is now incorporated into the Belarusian track Intermodal transportation service is now incorporated into the Belarusian track FESCO has opened a new door-to-door route Read →
Ports to lend a helping hand Ports to lend a helping hand Russian sea terminals contribute to removing the infrastructural constraints in the East. Read →
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Prioritizing the East Prioritizing the East On the sidelines of the TransRussia exhibition and congress agreements were signed with partners from Asian countries Read →
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Back to the previous shipment volumes Back to the previous shipment volumes

Shipment of mineral fertilizers may increase after the commissioning of the Taman terminal

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Flour is in demand Flour is in demand Read →
An exit is planned for coal An exit is planned for coal Read →
Railroad lines and the experience of other countries Railroad lines and the experience of other countries

Russian equipment will make the railroad lines construction and repair works abroad easier

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The Leaders of the Eurasian Space The Leaders of the Eurasian Space The reorientation of cargo flows in Russia has set a new historic record. Read →
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Cold reception Cold reception Only 13 Russian shippers took advantage of export discounts in January-February for transportation in refrigerated containers. Read →
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A Window To Central Asia A Window To Central Asia
Since 2016, Uzbekistan has been reforming the tourism sector by modernizing its infrastructure and developing passenger transportation.
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Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2022 Rail container transportation in the Eurasian space in 2022 Read →
A diploma of opportunities A diploma of opportunities Read →
Ecology first Ecology first Russian Railways is set to adopt best environmental practices Read →
Electronic consignment note exchange with China Electronic consignment note exchange with China The next step will concern measures to implement electronic interaction in veterinary and phytosanitary control in rail transit Read →
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Digital quality Digital quality

The Russian Railways will bring new freight transportation services to the market


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Countries will be connected by ferry Countries will be connected by ferry

The port of Turkmenbashi will become a new point of multimodal international communication

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Career-long training Career-long training Read →
Experience has no boundaries Experience has no boundaries Read →
From the Heartland From the Heartland

Russian operators develop new routes to China

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Russian Railways Holding Company will share its technologies Russian Railways Holding Company will share its technologies

Russian railway specialists will help their Kyrgyz colleagues to implement a project on construction of railway infrastructure

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Experience for two countries Experience for two countries Mongolian railroad workers gained necessary knowledge about Russian railcar repairs Read →
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The train goes to the fairy tale The train goes to the fairy tale

Russian Railways will show its passengers Veliky Ustyug, Karelia and many other cities and regions of the Russian Federation on New Year


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Modern Era International Transportation Modern Era International Transportation Read →
New Year on Wheels New Year on Wheels Read →
Transit with a digital bias Transit with a digital bias

Russian information technologies enter the international stage


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Transport corridors in Eurasia to be digitalized Transport corridors in Eurasia to be digitalized

Digital solutions will improve the competitiveness of railway transport corridors on the "East-West" route



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Profitable route Profitable route

Russian operators develop cooperation with Asian banks


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A virtual journey through history A virtual journey through history Russian Railways has developed the first digital platform of the Russian Railways Museum Read →
The corridor is being adjusted in terms of logistics The corridor is being adjusted in terms of logistics Read →
Everyone becomes a professional Everyone becomes a professional Read →
International Transport Corridor North-South: facts, dates, perspectives International Transport Corridor North-South: facts, dates, perspectives Read →
Growth on an International Scale Growth on an International Scale

Russian Railways is considering diversification of freight traffic in communication with Asian countries


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Transit in new reality Transit in new reality More than 550 routes have been organized on the services of UTLC ERA Read →
Young specialists exchange experience Young specialists exchange experience Interaction with foreign railway workers continues on the Russian holding company’s international platform Read →
Anniversary of the unified gauge Anniversary of the unified gauge Read →
The Venice Express The Venice Express Read →
Eastern priority Eastern priority Reorientation of cargoes to Makhalino border crossing will increase the throughput capacity of the Eastern polygon Read →
A forum of big time projects A forum of big time projects Russian Railways plans to develop transport infrastructure in the Far East Read →
Operators are in demand in the Orient Operators are in demand in the Orient Russian railway companies continue tapping Japan's logistic services market Read →
Testing new routes Testing new routes The number of cities from where local producers of goods can send cargoes by rail to Russia is growing in China Read →
From Korla to Kaliningrad From Korla to Kaliningrad Read →
Football is back from quarantine Football is back from quarantine Read →
From pier to rails From pier to rails Russian operators continue opening new railway routes Read →
New cargo to the Celestial Empire New cargo to the Celestial Empire The Eastern polygon is ready to accept additional volumes of shipments Read →
Tour on two mainlines Tour on two mainlines Russians are offered a railway cruise to the Republic of Belarus Read →
Leaders in Sustainable Development Leaders in Sustainable Development The projects of Russian Railways JSC are highly appraised by BRICS Business Council Read →
Track Track construction to be facilitated by Russian machinesto be facilitated by Russian machines Track Track construction to be facilitated by Russian machinesto be facilitated by Russian machines Read →
A new audience for the journal A new audience for the journal Read →
Machine vision will enhance station safety Machine vision will enhance station safety The new technology will make it possible to reduce expenses on locomotive crews Read →
Gold for technology Gold for technology A subsidiary of Russian Railways receives high praise from experts at an international exhibition Read →
Transportation quality strategy Transportation quality strategy Russian Railways shares its experience in organizing a traffic safety management system with Armenian railway workers Read →
Rails change color Rails change color The holding company will start testing rails made of recycled raw materials. Read →
Passengers get trains back Passengers get trains back Read →
Priority of sustainable development Priority of sustainable development Read →
Working proactively Working proactively Russian Railways switches to domestic equipment to ensure uninterrupted operation of freight yards Read →
Contactless Control Contactless Control Solution of Russian Developers Increased Kazakhstan Railroads Capacity Read →
Bound for decarbonization Bound for decarbonization Russian Railways is focused on the principles of sustainable development and takes measures to reduce harmful substances emissions into the atmosphere. Read →
Traction will tap a new market Traction will tap a new market CTM-produced locomotives to be delivered to Uzbekistan for the first time Read →
Education without Borders Education without Borders Read →
A train to two countries A train to two countries Read →
Passenger railway links with Central Asia are resumed Passenger railway links with Central Asia are resumed The railway administrations of Russia and Kazakhstan have opened an international service Read →
Reliance on the network Reliance on the network Russian Railways plans to modernize its terminal infrastructure Read →
An award for an Interface An award for an Interface The website of a subsidiary of Russian Railways is recognized as one of the best Internet projects in Russia Read →
Technology born in Russia Technology born in Russia Read →
Russia attracts cargoes Russia attracts cargoes Read →
Enough seats for everyone Enough seats for everyone Read →
Cargoes will go green Cargoes will go green Railways retain their status as the most environmentally friendly mode of transport Read →
Easy calculation Easy calculation The ERAI Rail Transit Index has become a decision guide for foreign exporters and carriers Read →
Service across three countries Service across three countries Russian and Uzbek operators are testing a new multimodal route from China Read →
Network focal points Network focal points Russian Railways adds terminal capacity for transportation between Russia and China Read →
Platform for Dialogue Platform for Dialogue Read →
Agricultural product corridor Agricultural product corridor Read →
The network is being prepared for growth The network is being prepared for growth Potential cargoes from Japan and Korea will allow a fourfold increase in transit through Russia over the next six years Read →
Carriage in one lot Carriage in one lot A trusted digital environment is being created in the 1520 space to organize seamless transit through the territories of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Belarus Read →
Europe opts for speed Europe opts for speed The growth of transit traffic through the Russian Railways network brings a synergetic effect to its neighbors Read →
International award winners International award winners Russian Railways' initiatives are recognized as promising for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals Read →
Made in South Korea Made in South Korea Read →
"Ivolga" to go to Buenos Aires "Ivolga" to go to Buenos Aires Read →
Sustainable Development Leaders Sustainable Development Leaders Russian Railways’ initiatives were highly appreciated at the All-Russian Contest of Environmental Projects Read →
Christmas in transit Christmas in transit Russian Railways offers new services for passengers during the holidays Read →
Innovations will come from Russia Innovations will come from Russia Ideas of Russian railway engineers have received international recognition Read →
Japan is testing the Trans-Siberian Railway Japan is testing the Trans-Siberian Railway Rail freight shipments from the country of the Rising Sun through the network of Russian Railways are growing rapidly Read →
Technology saves time Technology saves time Read →
1520 International - a new project of JSC Russian Railways and Gudok Publishing House 1520 International - a new project of JSC Russian Railways and Gudok Publishing House Read →
New markets, new opportunities New markets, new opportunities Russian Railways forms a unified logistics environment Read →
There is always an alternative There is always an alternative The Central Directorate for the Management of the Terminal and Warehouse Complex (CM) is developing its services in order to enter new markets. Read →
From Paper to Paperless From Paper to Paperless JSC UTLC ERA is planning to start test rail transit shipping using an Electronic Consignment Note in three countries

JSC UTLC ERA is planning to start test rail transit shipping using an Electronic Consignment Note in three countries

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Rolling Stock Is Taken On Rolling Stock Is Taken On n 2021, JSC UTLC ERA transferred the accounting of the railcars turnover to a new automated system, which not only allows the company to track railcars en-route but also identify failures and react accordingly Read →
Market Benchmark Market Benchmark Read →
Hub Added Options Hub Added Options Read →

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