Benguela railway back in action
Posted: 08 Aug 2012, 08:24
BENGUELA RAILWAY BACK IN ACTION
On August 7, 2012 Railways Africa
The return of much of the Benguela Railway to freight conveyance is already boosting economic activity in the region, businessman Principe Eduardo told the Angolan news agency Angop. Speaking in Kuito, he was referring in particular to the highland region of Bie. Caminhos de ferro de Benguela (CFB) is currently in operation between the coast and Kuito (582km). It is hoped to extend service to the rest of the line within the next 12 months.
The Luena – Luau section is currently under construction, though 180km of route is still without rails. CFB CEO Carlos Gomes told journalists he hopes to have this section complete by the end of 2012, including the provision of two bridges. Luau lies 20km from the DRC border.
On August 7, 2012 Railways Africa
The return of much of the Benguela Railway to freight conveyance is already boosting economic activity in the region, businessman Principe Eduardo told the Angolan news agency Angop. Speaking in Kuito, he was referring in particular to the highland region of Bie. Caminhos de ferro de Benguela (CFB) is currently in operation between the coast and Kuito (582km). It is hoped to extend service to the rest of the line within the next 12 months.
The Luena – Luau section is currently under construction, though 180km of route is still without rails. CFB CEO Carlos Gomes told journalists he hopes to have this section complete by the end of 2012, including the provision of two bridges. Luau lies 20km from the DRC border.