Mchinji–Chipata Cross-Border Rail (Zambia–Malawi)

This 110 km freight rail line entered service in Zambia. The line uses diesel traction and 1067 mm Cape gauge. Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) and Malawi Ministry of Transport are delivering the project News

Mchinji–Chipata Cross-Border Rail (Zambia–Malawi) is a freight rail project in Zambia, currently operational.

This 110 km freight rail line entered service in Zambia. The line uses diesel traction and 1067 mm Cape gauge. Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) and Malawi Ministry of Transport are delivering the project, with Mota-Engil as main contractor. It opened in 2010, with an investment of USD 120 m.

Construction began in 2008 and the project opened in 2010.

The project has an estimated investment of $120M.

Country
Zambia
Status
Operational
Investment
$120M
Opened
2010
Length
110 km