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.