North–South Railway Project

Summary

The proposed north-south railway line will improve Turkmenistan's accessibility to Kazakhstan, the Persian Gulf countries, the Russian Federation, and South Asia; and increase regional trade.

Expected Outcome

Better connectivity with neighboring countries and an efficient, safe, and reliable railway transport network in Turkmenistan

Expected Outputs

• Signaling and telecommunications for 311 kilometers of the railway between Bereket and Buzhun
• Capacity of the Ministry of Railway Transportation enhanced, and asset management system established and maintained