The Ethio-Djibouti Railway (EDR) has announced its plan to increase its annual freight turnover capacity from two million to six million within the next five years. An additional goal on the company's agenda is a rise in revenue from Birr three billion to eight billion annually.

The EDR will need to take steps including raising public awareness and developing partnerships with security elements to expand the number of rails and guarantee the safety of the railway lines in order to accomplish this. Additionally, the EDR will need to expand the skills of its rail line technicians, come to agreements with pertinent parties, and start using new services such as fuel transportation.

The company plans to transport two million tons of fuel annually and aims to connect the rail gauge with fuel depots to avoid issues such as stealing, fraud, and quality problems. The EDR also plans to transport tourists between Djibouti and Ethiopia to contribute to the national economy, and it intends to enhance its contribution to the tourism, mining, agriculture, and technology sectors.

Source: The Ethiopian Herald

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