Project updates
Follow the railway's progress
This page will bring together news of Sudan Rail Group's preparations, railway rehabilitation and the introduction of services. It will also carry announcements about recruitment, supplier opportunities and partnerships.
In preparation, September 2026. Sudan Rail Group has not yet assumed operating responsibility.
The project is in preparation. Sudan Rail Group has not yet assumed operating responsibility. Financing, engineering assessments and service planning are being developed ahead of the planned transition later in 2027. Passenger tickets are not on sale and freight enquiries are currently for service planning.
Where the project is now
- Current stage
2026
Preparation
Engineering assessments, financing, rehabilitation planning, workforce preparation and service planning.
2027
Operating transition
Sudan Rail Group assumes operating responsibility for the corridor.
2027
Passenger services begin
One departure each week in each direction, after the transition and service preparations.
2028 onward
Growing the service
More frequency and capacity as demand grows and railway capacity allows.
Dates describe the current plan. Confirmed dates will be announced on this website.
Sudan Rail Group is preparing to assume operating responsibility for the Port Sudan to Khartoum railway later in 2027.
Preparing for operations in 2027
Sudan Rail Group is preparing to assume operating responsibility for the Port Sudan to Khartoum railway later in 2027. Our work brings together infrastructure and equipment planning, financing, workforce preparation and the development of customer services.
Passenger planning targets an initial service of one train each week in each direction between Port Sudan and Khartoum, serving Haya, Atbara and Shendi. Timetables, booking arrangements and freight service details will be announced as preparations advance.
What you will find here
Progress on assessments, works and preparations for the operating transition.
Passenger and freight service information as arrangements are confirmed.
Vacancy notices and procurement notices as they are published.
Project activities and information for communities along the corridor.
Confirmed partnerships and funding announcements.
Timetables, freight arrangements and passenger booking information will be announced here as preparations advance.
Services, opportunities and how to get in touch.