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.
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 provide a tranche of 11 million euros for the rehabilitation of the Chisinau-Cainari railway section
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 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.
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.
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
The transit of Ukrainian cargo via Moldova's railways will not hinder the export of Moldovan products and will generate significant revenue for the Moldovan Railways—Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development
Chișinău Airport has introduced new passenger facilities and is testing a temporary transport solution aimed at easing access to the terminal for travelers arriving from Ukraine. The pilot project will be assessed later this month, when airport officials are expected to present the first results and decide whether the route should be continued.
Moldova and Romania will accelerate the implementation of joint strategic projects in the transportation and energy sectors, including the construction of the Bălți–Suceava and Strășeni–Gutinaș power lines
The European Union and the EIB will continue to finance the modernization of Moldova’s transportation infrastructure and strengthen its transportation links with the EU, which will contribute to a more competitive economy and closer integration with the European space
Moldova has revised the financing terms for its railway infrastructure modernization project, which will reduce costs and improve the efficiency of the funds already raised. The changes affect consulting services for the rehabilitation of one of the key railway sections and are related to the refusal of an additional tranche. However, the full version of the material contains important details about the solution mechanism and its implications for the project.
The state-owned enterprise "Moldovan Railways" has put into service, for the first time, a freight train operated by a locomotive crew consisting of a single engineer
In Moldova, rail transport will be eligible for co-financing to improve mobility in certain communities, and the Moldovan Railways will receive 300 million lei for the development of the rail sector until its reorganization is complete
Moldova Will Save More Than 180,000 Euros Through the Modernization of Its Railway Infrastructure
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