Week: Week 22-2023
Temporary Suspension Of Mulobezi Passenger Train Service And Rehabilitation Of Bombwe Bridge
Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) has temporarily suspended the Mulobezi Passenger train service due to the unsafe condition of Bombwe Bridge. The Zambian Ministry of Transport and Logistics has allocated K27 Million for the rehabilitation of the bridge.
STA Alto Adige Railway Rolling Stock
The European Investment Bank (EIB) notes that a project for the acquisition of seven (7) EMU trainsets to be used on the regional railway network in Alto Adige/South Tyrol (Italy), including connections with neighbouring stations in Austria, as well as the northern part of the Province of Trento – is currently under appraisal.
London Cable Liner® Featuring Liebherr Technology
Liebherr's MACS 8.0 air-conditioning systems are enhancing the passenger experience in the London Cable Liner®. With exceptional reliability, comfort, and energy efficiency, the MACS 8.0 is revolutionising public transit.
Work Starts on First Zero-Emissions Capable Freight Locomotive Built in Australia
Aurizon, Australia's largest rail freight company, is making a significant investment to construct the first zero-emissions capable freight locomotive in the country
D&M Rail Construction – Pre-announcement of Company Name Change
D&M Rail Construction, a leading railway construction and maintenance company in Namibia, is undergoing a significant transformation with a name change to Afri-Track Railway Construction. This change aligns with their vision of becoming a preferred railway and infrastructure firm in Namibia and the wider region. The launch of the Afri-Track Group will take place in Windhoek from 5th to 9th June 2023.
Sierra Leone And Liberia Hand Over Sites To The Ecowas Commission For The Detailed Engineering Design & Construction Of A Joint Border Post At The Jendema-Bo Waterside Border
The Governments of Sierra Leone and Liberia have officially handed over two sites on both sides of the Jendema-Bo Waterside border to the ECOWAS Commission, for the design of a modern Joint Border Post to facilitate cross border trade along the corridor.
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni: Launch of the Operation Vulindlela Progress Report
South Africa Operation Vulindlela progress report launch article, highlighting the implementation of structural reforms for economic growth and job creation. Key milestones in the freight logistics sector, including third-party access to rail networks and port improvements, are outlined. The establishment of a National Logistics Crisis Committee and the development of a freight logistics roadmap.
MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela: Gauteng Roads and Transport Prov Dept Budget Vote Speech 2023/24
Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics notes the achievements of the Gautrain Management Agency (GMA), their assistance in establishing a technical working group for the Gauteng to Limpopo Rail Link, and the efforts to expand PRASA train lines to townships.
Egypt: African Development Bank Approves $345 Million in Partial Credit Guarantees to Bolster Funding for Green and Social Initiatives
The African Development Bank Group has approved a $345 million Partial Credit Guarantee to Egypt, facilitating access to the Panda bond market for financing green and social projects. This move allows Egypt to raise $500 million in the Chinese yuan-denominated bond market. The bond proceeds will be directed towards clean transportation, renewable energy, and energy efficiency.
The Malaba Freight Yard Takes Center Stage In Transforming Regional Logistics
Kenya's Ministry of Roads & Transport and Uganda's Ministry of Works and Transport mark a significant step in East African rail transportation with the inspection of Malaba Freight Yard. This development signifies a new era, offering a wide range of intermodal solutions and transforming logistics operations across the region.
TAZARA’s Transformation Strategy: 2023/2024 Budget Approval, Survival Plan Endorsement, and Progress with Chinese Investors
Explore the outcomes of the 119th TAZARA Board of Directors' Meeting, which sets a progressive vision for the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority for 2023/2024. Uncover the strategic survival plan, the engaging initiative of Chinese investors, and the introduction of Open Access Operations, all aimed at boosting regional economies and transport efficiencies.