Freight transport by rail in Azerbaijan has increased

ECONOMY15.09.2026
Freight transport by rail in Azerbaijan has increased

“Azerbaijan Railways” CJSC (ADY) transported more than 12 million tons of cargo in January-August 2026. This is 9% more compared to the same period last year.

According to the information provided to elchi by ADY, transit shipments reached 5 million tons during the mentioned period, exceeding last year’s figure by 12%.

According to the information, an increase of 17% was recorded in transit cargo transportation along the East-West corridor, and 24% along the North-South direction.

“The total volume of cargo transportation for August of last year and this year increased by 32%, and transit shipments by 40%,” the statement notes.