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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Tbilisi, December 22 (Xinhua) — The launch of the Georgian railway infrastructure modernization project will significantly reduce freight transit times, Georgian Railway CEO Lasha Abashidze announced on Monday.
According to him, as part of the modernization project, new infrastructure was built on the Rikoti Pass section, which will speed up train travel and improve transportation efficiency.
"The pass is the most challenging section of the railway, where trains spend the most time. Thanks to the new infrastructure, the expansion of the train fleet from 47 to 57 units, and the increase in the permissible train weight, we will be able to transport more cargo per shipment," noted L. Abashidze.
He added that Georgian Railway plans to completely renew its locomotive fleet, abandoning the repair of outdated vehicles. According to L. Abashidze, the purchase of new modern locomotives will be the largest project in the company's history.
The CEO also announced plans to build a railway line to the port of Anaklia. "The project will be large-scale and will include the construction of tracks, a connecting line, and a freight terminal linking the railway to the port of Anaklia. Completion is planned within two to two and a half years," he noted.
L. Abashidze emphasized that reducing travel time and upgrading rolling stock will strengthen Georgian Railway's position as a strategically important partner in the Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian International Transport Route), contributing to the development of the regional transport network and increasing logistics efficiency. –0–
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