The first freight train from Russia arrived at the Aprin dry port near Tehran, Iran. This event marked a significant step in the development of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.
Transportation details
A train consisting of 62 forty-foot containers of sulphate pulp traveled from the Northern Railway's testing ground in Russia to the port of Aprin in 13 days. The route passed through Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Iran.
The Importance of the North-South Corridor
This shipment continues RZD Logistics' work to create and promote integrated logistics solutions based on the North-South International Transport Corridor. This corridor is of strategic importance for the development of trade and economic cooperation between participating countries.
Prospects for the development of logistics
Oleg Poleev, CEO of Russian Railways Logistics, noted growing customer interest in this area and the company's readiness to offer reliable and technologically advanced solutions for export, import, and transit.
Potential of the Aprin Dry Port
The Aprin Dry Port, located at the intersection of Iran's East-West and North-South railway corridors, is the country's largest logistics project. Although it only opened in May 2025, it is already reaching its planned capacity.
Economic context
The development of logistics infrastructure in Iran is particularly important given the country's challenging water situation. Earlier reports indicated that the main source of drinking water in the Iranian capital, Tehran, could dry up within two weeks due to a severe drought.
Future Prospects
In the future, cooperation between Russia and Iran in the logistics sector may continue to develop, which will contribute to strengthening trade and economic ties between the countries and solving problems related to the provision of water and other resources.
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