Topic: Trans-Siberian corridor

‘Virtual coupling’: new technology increases Russian railway capacity

‘Virtual coupling’, a new technology being applied by Russian Railways, is showing tangible results. The technology automates the distance between two consecutive trains. It allows…
BAM and Trans-Siberian expansion accelerates despite sanction impact

RZD is preparing to launch the third stage of modernisation for the BAM and Trans-Siberian routes, the world’s longest rail lines. In 2024, RZD will…
Russia expands BAM and Trans-Siberian rail to cope with cargo flows

Russia will speed up the expansion of the Baikal-Amur Mainline (BAM) and Trans-Siberian railway, thanks to the final allocation of funds for the electrification of…
Maersk launches third Far East-Europe intermodal service

Maersk launched a new intermodal service linking the Far East with Europe. AE66, as it’s named, complements the logistic provider’s existing AE19 and AE77 services,…
How the Russian route to China becomes a million-TEU corridor

Rail freight volumes via the Trans-Siberian corridor could reach a million TEUs in 2023. That estimation is based on the current growth trends, which show…