Why is this important
The delivery of new high-speed trains strengthens Uzbekistan’s railway infrastructure and contributes to the development of domestic and international passenger transportation. This also reflects the strengthening of strategic cooperation with South Korea, one of the world leaders in high-speed transport. The introduction of new trains will improve the comfort, speed, and safety of transportation, which is important for economic growth and population mobility.
What happened
- Hyundai Rotem sent the first batch of high-speed trains to Uzbekistan.
- The Ministry of Transport announced the departure of the first batch of Hyundai Rotem high-speed trains to Uzbekistan.
- The official departure ceremony took place at the Masan port in Changwon city — Uzbekistan’s representatives attended: Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev, Deputy Transport Minister Jasurbek Choriyev and Chairman of Uzbekistan Railways Zufar Narzullayev, and South Korean government representatives and Hyundai Rotem executives.
Numbers and facts
- The first train of the new high-speed railway fleet of Uzbekistan was named Jaloliddin Manguberdi.
- The trains were manufactured as part of a contract signed between Hyundai Rotem and Uzbekistan Railways in June 2024.
Context
- The delivery of trains will accelerate the renewal of the high-speed transport fleet and improve the quality of services for passengers.
- The new trains can improve regional connectivity and ensure more efficient transport corridors.
- The implementation of the contract confirms the reliability of the partnership with Hyundai Rotem and opens up opportunities for future joint transport projects.
- Hyundai Rotem is one of the world’s leading high-speed train manufacturers and supplies equipment for European and Asian countries.
