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New high-speed route opens, linking Nizhny Novgorod to Moscow and St Petersburg

On 30 July 2010, Sapsan trains began running on the…

2 August 2010 | By Russian Railways

On 30 July 2010, Sapsan trains began running on the Moscow – Nizhny Novgorod line. With the launch of the Sapsan service between Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Railways has established a new high-speed route: Nizhny Novgorod – Moscow – St Petersburg...

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Russia’s role in increasing international rail transportation

The issue of increasing the role of international rail transportation…

31 May 2010 | By Vladimir Yakunin, President, Russian Railways

The issue of increasing the role of international rail transportation between Europe and Asia has recently been growing in significance. Countries of the Asia-Pacific region, primarily China, are maintaining positive economic growth trends despite the global recession, and potential for boosting their foreign trade, including with European Union countries. Russia,…