Trucks transport nearly 85% of Moldova's exports to the European Union
84.5% of Moldova's exports to the European Union are transported by truck; in the first half of 2026, goods worth 895 million euros were delivered to the EU by this means
Rail transport
InfoMarket Morning Brief | 22.09.2026
Authorities are preparing urgent measures regarding energy and water supply, while parliament is set to consider a proposal to declare a state of emergency. At the same time, the agenda includes budget revenues, bank earnings, new infrastructure projects, and regulatory changes that could have a significant impact on the market and the business environment.
Train service has resumed on the Cahul–Prut-2 section in Moldova following a derailment
Train service has resumed in Moldova on the Cahul–Prut-2 section, where five open-top cars had previously derailed
The EU has allocated 20 million euros to Moldova for the reconstruction of the North-South railway corridor
The European Union has awarded Moldova a grant of 20 million euros for the reconstruction of sections of the "North-South" railway corridor along the route Vălcineț – Ocnița – Bălți – Ungheni – Chișinău – Căinari
In Moldova, rail operators will assess risks in the event of major changes
Moldova's railway sector is introducing uniform rules for risk assessment and management in connection with major technical, operational, and organizational changes. The new methodology will affect both existing operators and future market participants; the full version of this article provides details on which inspections will become mandatory and how this will impact investment projects.
Moldova Will Tighten Rules for Rail Transport in Line with European Standards
Moldova will tighten and, at the same time, make more transparent the rules governing the authorization of rail transport for operation in accordance with European standards. The new procedures will involve inspections of rolling stock at various stages and will change the way applicants interact with regulators, which could have a significant impact on the rail freight market and the supply of railway equipment.
Moldova Is Modernizing Its Rules for Investigating Traffic Accidents and Incidents
Moldova is preparing to update the rules for investigating accidents and incidents involving various modes of transportation: Parliament has already approved the relevant bill on its first reading. The bill is intended to strengthen the independence of the relevant agency, more clearly separate technical investigations from legal proceedings, and introduce new approaches to the publication of safety findings and recommendations.
Moldova's Railways Increased Agricultural Exports and Freight Transit in August
In August, "Moldova Railways" facilitated the export of approximately 28,530 metric tons of agricultural products and transported 18,020 metric tons of cargo in transit.
The EBRD will allocate 11 million euros for the rehabilitation of the Chisinau-Сainari railway
The EBRD will provide a tranche of 11 million euros for the rehabilitation of the Chisinau-Cainari railway section
Japan Will Increase Aid to Moldova for Railways and Agriculture
Japan and Moldova are discussing a new phase of cooperation that could broaden support for key sectors, with rail infrastructure and agriculture among the areas under consideration. The talks also covered trade expansion, fresh investment, and efforts to strengthen Moldova's presence on the Japanese market.
Moldova will allow Ukrainian grain to transit only after receiving confirmation of receipt in Constanța
Moldova is tightening transit procedures for Ukrainian grain: railcars will now be allowed to pass through the country only after the Romanian port of Constanța confirms their receipt. The decision was made amid concerns from farmers and discussions regarding priorities for local agricultural producers, as well as the strain on the railway infrastructure.
Moldova's National Railway Returned to Profit After Two Years of Losses
Following the first half of 2026, the state-owned enterprise "Moldovan Railways" returned to profitability after several years of losses. Authorities attribute this turnaround to financial restructuring measures and changes in management, and note that it has already had a positive impact on salary payments and the company's operations.
An agreement with Ukraine on preferential transit of goods could revive Moldova's railways
The agreement with Ukraine on the transit of cargo via Moldova's railways at a 50% discount is an opportunity for the revival of the Moldovan Railways—Veaceslav Ioniță
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