Zabaikalsk Road Border Crossing Capacity to Increase 5.5-Fold Modernization of border crossing checkpoints at the Russia-China border will help increase cargo and passenger traffic between the two countries.
“Chukotka” Nuclear Icebreaker Launched in St. Petersburg RF President Vladimir Putin participated, via video link, in a ceremony for launching “Chukotka” nuclear icebreaker under construction in St. Petersburg.
First Freight Express Train from Tatarstan Grain shipments from Kukmor are planned as regular with 48 railcars monthly at the initial stage.
Nakhodka Commercial Sea Port Adds Equipment Nakhodka Commercial Sea Port has acquired a LiuGong front loader for solid bulk cargo and four SANY SCP130H forklift trucks.
New Research and Expedition Vessel Laid in St. Petersburg When completed, the vessel will be operated by the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.
First Block Train from One Belt, One Road Terminal in Russia It is panned, that in 2025 the terminal will start sending trains with export-designated grain, vegetable oil and rubber.
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