The EBRD forecasts a 3.7% economic growth in the SEMED region for 2023, with detailed insights into the economies of Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, and Tunisia. Explore the prospects, challenges, and developments shaping the future of these economies.
PRASA's latest milestone with the reintroduction of modern high-tech train services from Pretoria to Kempton Park. Dive into the agency’s commitment to delivering affordable and efficient rail solutions in Gauteng, empowering the daily commuter.
AfDB pledges to support Tanzania's SGR railway construction and the Mangapwani Port project in Zanzibar. Hon. Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, AfDB President, discussed the bank's commitments during the seventh KOAFEC meeting in Busan, South Korea.
Linxon partners with Yapi Merkezi to electrify sections of Tanzania’s SGR, a pivotal part of the East African Railway Master Plan. This infrastructure project, aiming to enhance regional connectivity, will see Linxon provide vital electrification solutions to bolster railway speeds and efficiency.
NGE, France's 4th largest construction group, reveals a record international order book of €588M, marking a 19% YoY growth. With involvement in significant projects like Egypt’s high-speed railway, the group showcases its expansive reach and multi-trade expertise across continents, focusing on infrastructure that meets environmental and societal challenges.
Announcement regarding the resignation of Transnet's Group Chief Executive, Portia Derby, and Group CFO, Nonkululeko Dlamini. Ms. Derby has been instrumental during challenging periods for Transnet, including a global pandemic, significant floods, and more.
An overview of PRASA's monumental efforts in restoring the passenger rail network in South Africa. Discover the latest rail recovery milestones, socio-economic benefits, and PRASA's ongoing commitment to making passenger rail the backbone of public transport.
Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu of Turkey is in Algeria, strengthening ties in transportation and infrastructure. Focused on enhancing maritime, railway, metro, and tramway collaborations, the partnership aims to boost connectivity and mutual growth. Explore the key developments and insights from this pivotal visit.
Leading technology entities Alstom, Ericsson, NetWorkS!, and the Polish Railway Institute are collaborating to test the innovative FRMCS Railway System in Poland. This advanced communication standard is set to optimize the capacity and operation costs of existing railway networks, marking a significant step towards the full digitalisation of rail transport.
Egis, a global player in construction engineering and mobility services, enhances its rail expertise in Australia by signing an agreement to acquire Omada Rail Systems. This acquisition expands Egis’ capabilities in railway signalling and telecommunications, enabling comprehensive service offerings in the dynamic ANZ markets.
A groundbreaking partnership between Infrastruktura Železnice Srbije (IZS), Agence Française de Développement (AFD), and SNCF aims to modernize Serbia’s railway infrastructure. With a €500,000 grant from AFD and expertise from French rail specialists, this collaboration represents a significant leap towards efficient, sustainable, and EU-standard railway systems in Serbia.
Deutsche Bank and DFC collaborate with Angola's Minister of Transport to finance key transport projects. This initiative covers railways, airports, and regulatory reforms to bolster Angola's transport infrastructure and boost the country's market economy.
Under ECOWAS and AfDB's auspices, major regional and international DFIs convened on 26 September 2023 to discuss financing for the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway. This landmark project, central to the ECOWAS Vision 2050, aims to link economic capitals across five West African nations and enhance the Trans-African Highway Network.
Transurb collaborates with Siemens Mobility in Egypt to provide state-of-the-art 6DOF motion platform simulators for the National Authority for Tunnels. Ensuring optimum high-speed rail system driver training, this partnership prioritizes safety, efficiency, and technological innovation.
During the Eighth Annual Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors in Sharm El-Sheikh, President El-Sisi and AIIB's Mr. Jin Liquin discussed deepening ties in transport, clean energy, and transitioning to a Green Economy. Both leaders recognize the value of their ongoing collaboration and the potential for sustainable growth.
Siemens Mobility South Africa welcomes Patrick Moodley as its new CEO, effective 1 October 2023. Bringing extensive regional and international experience to the role, Moodley is set to advance Siemens Mobility’s strategic vision and commitment to addressing local challenges and empowering the Southern African rail industry.