Has Marmaray helped rail freight?
Figures publicized about Marmaray which started also hosting freight trains between Asian and European side of Turkey.
Container trains head towards Asian side
As Marmaray tunnel is opened for freight trains, container services started from Asian side of Turkey one after the other.
Ferry out, Marmaray in
Freight trains have started to pass Bosphorus only via Marmaray.
10 countries, 11500 km: China train at Turkey
The train departed from China which will pass through 10 countries to Czechia is at Turkey.
Marmaray opened for freight trains
Preparations for freight trains to cross Bosphorus via Marmaray tunnel is completed.
Freight through Marmaray is again on table
The new investment of Volkswagen in Turkey has carried the “freight trains through Marmaray” topic to top.
Is Marmaray ready for freight?
After suburban trains and HSTs, next step for Marmaray project is the freight train traffic via tunnel.
Can freight trains pass through Marmaray tunnel?
In a couple of months, Turkish national network in Europe and Asia will be connected through Marmaray tunnel.
New attraction for freight: Marmaray pass
The Marmaray pass which will open in the beginning of 2019 may change the logistics map of Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions about Marmaray project
Marmaray project is taking interest of many people from Turkey and outside who wants to travel or carry load between Europe and Asia. Here are the most frequently asked questions about Marmaray Project and answers:
What will NOT happen in 2016?
Some of the expected and frequently asked railway projects will not be able to completed in 2016. Here are them:
The Big Istanbul Tunnel project
The Big Istanbul Tunnel -the 3rd tunnel to be constructed under Bosphorus- was unveiled last week..
Discount for the Tekirdag Derince ferry
TCDD announced discounted rates for the Tekirdag-Derince ferry.
Marmaray started with discussions
The first phase of the Marmaray Project opened last week. Unfortunately with some problems. And those caused many discussions. Here’s a detailed summary of what happened, what’s claimed and what are the answers of the officers:
In openings nobody trusts
The opening of Tekirdag Derince ferry and Halkali terminal at announced dates seems impossible.
Completely false facts about Marmaray
The dream of İstanbul for hundred years is about to come true. How much do we know about the project, and how much of that is true?
Is it worth paying for crossing Marmara?
Crossing Marmara by ferry is increasing the costs 10 €/to for Asian side of Istanbul. So who will pay this additional cost, who will use this ferry?
