BAKU: Azerbaijan Railways CJSC (ADY) is set to escalate its decarbonization efforts over the long term, as announced by ADY Chairman Rovshan Rustamov during the “Sustainable Transport for the Future” event in Baku. The initiative aims to transform the country’s railway system by increasing electrification to 100 percent.

According to Trend News Agency, Rustamov highlighted that the current electrification level of Azerbaijani railways stands at 60 percent. The chairman underscored the company’s commitment to achieving complete electrification as part of its broader environmental strategy.

The initiative is being developed in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank, which is assisting in advancing these projects. This partnership is expected to support Azerbaijan Railways in its transition towards a more sustainable and eco-friendly transportation network.