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Russian Railways demonstration train makes run between Rajin and Khasan
A demonstration train made a run between Rajin in North Korea to Khasan in Russia on 13 October 2011.
Alstom and TMH signed contract to produce 2ES5 electric locomotive for Russian railways
Alstom and Transmashholding have signed a contract to develop and produce the new 2ES5 electric locomotive in Russia.
Russian Railways transports 88.9 million passengers in September 2011
According to the latest figures, 88.9 million passengers travelled on Russian Railways infrastructure during September 2011, up 6.3% over the same period last year.
Russian Railways - construction of a railway on the island of Kalimantan
JSC “Russian Railways” has developed a project of construction of railway and associated infrastructure on Kalimantan island of Indonesia, company president Vladimir Yakunin told reporters on 30 September in Moscow.
Russian Railways announces 2010 results according to IFRS
Russian Railways has announced its results for 2010 according to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Russian Railways, 75% of passengers condemn smoking in vestibules
Russian Railways has completed an online survey on the problem of smoking on railway facilities.
Russian Railways switching points and stations and main lines
Switching points and station and main lines to be installed between Khasan in Russia and Rajin in North Korea in 2011.
Russian Railways formulates development programme for railways in Far East
The Company has drawn up a programme to develop the eastern parts of the Trans-Siberian and Baikal-Amur Railways which is aimed at eliminating the rail networks infrastructural bottlenecks.
Floating in a most peculiar way: Russian firm outlines space hotel plans
Orbital Technologies has released further details of its plan to offer guests accommodation at the first space hotel. Situated some 350 kilometres above the earth, the Commercial Space Station will have accommodation for seven guests and will be serviced by the Russian Soyuz and Progress spacecraft.
Russian Railways, Moscow to Beijing tourist train makes first journey
The international Moscow - Beijing tourist service is a joint project between two tour operators, RZD Tour and Intourist. The launch of this new service on 15 August 2011 is an important stage in the development of international rail tourism.
National Railway Day celebrated in Novosibirsk
Russian Railways President Vladimir Yakunin participated in the National Railway Day celebrations held in Novosibirsk on 7 August 2011.
Mega destination resort planned for Russia
Projected to be one of the most unique and compelling entertainment destination resorts in the world, Magic World Russia will encompass over 600 acres and be comprised of multiple theme park concepts as well as hotels, retail, dining and entertainment venues. It represents a unique collaboration between Russia and a consortium of industry leading California based companies.