Overextension

Russian loading shrinks by 6% in August, but not due to lack of demand

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Loading on the Russian rail network has shrunk by six per cent in August, when compared to the same month last year. The cause of the drop is likely not a lack of demand, but rather Russian Railways’ (RZD) overextension due to issues with locomotive and staff shortages.

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Author: Dennis van der Laan

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