Cotonou – Niamey Rail Loop (Bénirail / Bolloré Loop)

This 1060 km freight rail line is currently suspended in Benin. The line uses diesel traction and 1000 mm metre gauge. Bénirail (Benin Government 60% and Petrolin Group 40%) — formerly Bolloré-led con News

Cotonou – Niamey Rail Loop (Bénirail / Bolloré Loop) is a freight rail project in Benin, currently suspended.

This 1060 km freight rail line is currently suspended in Benin. The line uses diesel traction and 1000 mm metre gauge. Bénirail (Benin Government 60% and Petrolin Group 40%) — formerly Bolloré-led consortium are delivering the project. Investment is EUR 2.5 bn (~USD 2.7 bn).

The project has an estimated investment of €2.50B.

Country
Benin
Status
Suspended
Investment
€2.50B
Length
1060 km