The project is part of ADB's ongoing Railway Sector Development Program, which aims to strengthen Azerbaijan's railway operations and management. Under this program, Azerbaijan Railways (ADY) implemented comprehensive reforms in 2018-2019 that boosted its financial capacity and railway management. As a result, ADY's freight transport grew by 34% between 2018 and 2022, from 14 million tons to 18.7 million tons, with over 80% being international or transit traffic.
Improving Efficiency and Sustainability
Upgrading and modernizing Azerbaijan's rail service will enable the country to provide safer, cheaper, and more energy-efficient transport. The project aligns with the transport strategy of the Central Asia Regional E
