Turkey's Ambitious Northern Railway Crossing Project to Boost Asia-EU Trade
Turkey is set to advance with the Northern Railway Crossing Project, a long-awaited initiative to build a new double-track electrified line stretching 126 kilometers (78.29 miles) across the Bosporus. The project, part of the Development Road initiative, aims to boost regional trade and ease congestion in Istanbul.
The new line will connect Çayırova on Istanbul's Asian side to Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Istanbul Airport, and Çatalca on the European side via the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge. Turkey is nearing an agreement with the World Bank for up to $3 billion in financing, with the total project cost estimated at around $4 billion.
The project is expected to significantly increase the number of freight trains crossing the strait, relieving pressure on existing corridors. A public tender for the project is anticipated before the end of the year.
Turkey views itself as a natural bridge between Asia and Europe, and this project is a key step in fostering regional and global news while supporting sustainable development. The new high-capacity rail line will strengthen freight and passenger connections between the two continents, ultimately benefiting both local communities and the wider region.
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